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Chain Pickerel
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Smallmouth Bass
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Striped Bass
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American Shad
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Pennsylvania lakes and reservoirs
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Lake Jean Fishing
A 244-acre Pennsylvania lake in Luzerne County.
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Luzerne County
Getting to know Lake Jean
Lake Jean spans 244 acres according to PFBC, located in Luzerne County. Its land and shoreline belong to Ricketts Glen State Park. Jamison City lies roughly 5 miles from the PFBC point. Downstream, it drains into Unt To Kitchen Creek (ganoga glen). PFBC region: Northeast.
Fish on the PFBC roster: bluegill and pumpkinseed, chain pickerel, largemouth bass and yellow perch. 2 access areas with ramps serve boats.
244acres
2ramp access areas
4species listed
1counties
PFBC Lakes_Point layer (acres from NHD), Census places, retrieved October 23, 2026.
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Gamefish of Lake Jean
Linked chips open the Pennsylvania species page for each fish listed at Lake Jean.
PFBC WWCW species listing by water and PFBC stocking schedules, retrieved October 23, 2026.
Access
Boat access around Lake Jean
- Ricketts Glen State Park – Trailhead Parkingboat ramp, 20 trailer spaces, electric motors only; owner Bureau of State Parks
- Ricketts Glen State Park – Visitor Centerboat ramp, 20 trailer spaces, electric motors only; owner Bureau of State Parks
Launch points around Lake Jean
- Harris Pond AccessHarris Pond, 9 miles east
- Sylvan Lake AccessSylvan Lake, 9 miles southeast
PFBC access areas layer (ramps and fishing-only sites), retrieved October 23, 2026.
Limits
Keeping fish from Lake Jean
| Species | Creel and size | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Bass (June 13 to Sept. 30) | 6 (combined species); minimum 12 inches | June 13 through Sept. 30 |
| Bass (Jan. 1 to April 10, Oct. 1 to Dec. 31) | 4 (combined species); minimum 15 inches | Jan. 1 through April 10 and Oct. 1 through Dec. 31 |
| Bass (April 11 to June 12) | NO HARVEST – catch and immediate release only (no tournaments permitted) | April 11 through June 12 (no harvest begins 12:01 a.m.) |
| Muskellunge and tiger muskellunge | 1 (combined species); minimum 40 inches | Open year-round |
| Northern pike | 2; minimum 24 inches | Open year-round |
| Chain pickerel | 4; minimum 18 inches | Open year-round |
| Walleye and saugeye | 6; minimum 15 inches | Jan. 1 through March 14 and May 2 through Dec. 31 |
| Sunfish, crappie and other panfish | 50 (combined species) | Open year-round |
| Catfish | 50 (combined species) | Open year-round |
| Striped bass and hybrids | 2 (combined species); minimum 20 inches | Open year-round |
| American shad | 3 | Open year-round |
The table repeats the statewide inland limits that govern Lake Jean.
2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary (PFBC), pp. 10-17, retrieved October 23, 2026.
Surveys
PFBC biologist reports on Lake Jean
- Post-drawdown Fishery Evaluation2018
- Spring 2007 Sampling Gear: Trap Nets & Electrofishing2007
- Spring 2003 Sampling Gear: Trap Nets and Electrofishing2003
PFBC Biologist Report Listing layer, retrieved October 23, 2026; older reports are history, not a current survey.
Compare
Lakes near Lake Jean compared
| Lake | Distance | Acres | Ramps | Species | Stocked trout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Jean | 244 | 2 | 4 | ||
| Lopez Pond | 6 miles northwest | 20 | 0 | 2 | |
| Shumans Lake | 8 miles north | 37 | 0 | 0 | |
| Harris Pond | 9 miles east | 30 | 1 | 4 | |
| Sylvan Lake | 9 miles southeast | 82 | 1 | 6 | yes |
| Pikes Creek Reservoir | 13 miles east | 400 | 0 | 5 |
PFBC Lakes_Point, access areas and species listings, retrieved October 23, 2026.
Nearby
Within reach of Lake Jean
Still water worth the drive from Lake Jean
- Lopez Pond6 miles northwest
- Shumans Lake8 miles north
- Harris Pond9 miles east
- Sylvan Lake9 miles southeast
- Pikes Creek Reservoir13 miles east
Tackle counters within reach of Lake Jean
- Sunnyside Marinamarina, Benton, under a mile
- Bait Buddiesbait and tackle shop, Hunlock Creek, 10 miles
- Smith Outdoor Connection, 669 Knob Mountain Rdbait and tackle shop, Berwick, 17 miles
- Bass Unlimitedbait and tackle shop, Nanticoke, 18 miles
- Dallas Sporting Goodsbait and tackle shop, Shavertown, 18 miles
- Smith Outdoor Connection, 4 Whitetail Lnbait and tackle shop, Berwick, 20 miles
Charter and guide options at Lake Jean
- Boyds Nepa Guding Servicecharter, Waverly, (570) 417-5841
- Susquehanna Fishing Magazinefishing guide, Susquehanna River, Bloomsburg, (570) 441-4606
Lodging bases for Lake Jean
- Harveys Lake13 miles
- Dallas17 miles
- Nanticoke18 miles
County guides along Lake Jean
- Luzerne Countyseat: Wilkes-Barre
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Fish ID
Species of Lake Jean in photographs
Photo: Hellion102792, CC BY-SA 4.0
Photo: James Mann from Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada, CC BY 2.0
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Photo: Steven G. Johnson, CC BY-SA 3.0
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Answers
Planning a Lake Jean trip: the questions
How do I find Lake Jean on a Pennsylvania map?
PFBC places it in Luzerne County, PFBC Northeast Region, about 5 miles from Jamison City.
How much surface does Lake Jean cover on the PFBC list?
244 acres, by the PFBC lake layer.
Where is the boat launch at Lake Jean?
2 ramp access areas, including Ricketts Glen State Park – Trailhead Parking.
Which fish has PFBC listed at Lake Jean?
On the PFBC roster: bluegill and pumpkinseed, chain pickerel, largemouth bass and yellow perch.
What may I keep from Lake Jean?
Bass (June 13 to Sept. 30): 6 (combined species); minimum 12 inches; June 13 through Sept. 30.
Is a Pennsylvania license required at Lake Jean?
Anyone 16 or older needs a Pennsylvania fishing license: $27.97 for residents, $60.97 for nonresidents and $14.47 for resident seniors, fees included.
Which hatchery fish does PFBC send to Lake Jean?
No planned stocking is on file for 2026.
Where do Lake Jean anglers buy worms?
Sunnyside Marina, under a mile away.
Mark Lake Jean on the calendar
License fees, permits and every Summary table sit on the license page.