Trout & Salmon Stamp
Pennsylvania Trout Stamp
2026
Trout and salmon stamp requirements, fees, and covered waters for Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania requires a Trout/Salmon Permit for anglers 16 and older fishing for trout or salmon. This permit is required from the first Saturday in April through Labor Day. Pennsylvania has one of the largest trout stocking programs in the nation, releasing over 3 million trout annually. The permit funds this extensive program and coldwater conservation efforts.
Trout Stamp Required
Covers Salmon
2026 Trout Stamp Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Resident Fee
$9.70
Annual resident stamp fee
Nonresident Fee
$19.90
Annual nonresident stamp fee
Stamp Required?
Yes
Required to fish for trout
Covers Salmon?
Yes
Salmon included in stamp
Step-by-Step
How to Get a Trout Stamp in Pennsylvania
Follow these steps to purchase and use your trout stamp in Pennsylvania:
1
Confirm If a Stamp Is Required
Pennsylvania requires a trout stamp in addition to your general fishing license. You must purchase the stamp before fishing for any trout or salmon in designated trout waters.
2
Purchase Your Fishing License First
A valid Pennsylvania fishing license is required before you can add a trout stamp. Purchase your license online at Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission's website, at a licensed sporting goods retailer, or at a regional agency office. Licenses are available for residents and nonresidents.
3
Add the Trout Stamp
Add the trout stamp to your license at the point of purchase. Resident fee: $9.70. Nonresident fee: $19.90. Trout/Salmon Permit required during trout season (April–Labor Day) in addition to fishing license.
4
Know Your Waters & Regulations
Waters covered: All waters stocked with trout and salmon in Pennsylvania..
Review the annual fishing regulations booklet for size and bag limits on trout and salmon species. Some waters have special restrictions including catch-and-release only sections, artificial lures only, or delayed harvest periods.
Requirements
Pennsylvania Trout Stamp Requirements
Anglers 16+ must have a valid PA fishing license plus the Trout/Salmon Permit to fish for trout or salmon during the trout season.
Important Notes
Pennsylvania-Specific Trout Rules
After Labor Day through December 31, trout fishing is allowed on select waters without the permit.
Source: Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (www.fishandboat.com).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and regulations directly with the agency before fishing.