Lake Marburg
Lake Marburg
- Boat Ramps
- 8
- Access Points
- 12
- Species
- 21
Lake Marburg is a premier 1,275-acre fishing destination located in Codorus State Park, just ten miles southwest of York in south-central Pennsylvania. This picturesque lake boasts 26 miles of shoreline and offers both warm-water and cold-water fishing opportunities throughout the year. The lake's abundant forage base, particularly white perch, supports impressive populations of trophy-sized game fish, making it a favorite among anglers in the region. Whether you're targeting monster bass in the spring, ice fishing for perch in winter, or night fishing for catfish during summer, Lake Marburg provides diverse fishing experiences for anglers of all skill levels.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Lake Marburg and what's needed to catch them.
Fish stocking schedule
Latest 5 stockings
- Walleye25,500 fish · Fingerlings2026
- Striped Bass12,750 fish · Fingerlings2026
- Walleye51,000 fish · Fingerlings2025
- Striped Bass12,750 fish · Fingerlings2025
- Muskellunge950 fish · Yearlings2025
Source
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
Updated Nov 13, 2026. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.
Open stocking page, opens in new tabFishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Lake Marburg. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Know where you can legally fish on Lake Marburg
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
Pennsylvania licenses and regulations
Pennsylvania Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
Pennsylvania Fishing License
A current license, signed in ink, is required of persons age 16 and over to fish or angle for any species of fish and to take fish bait, baitfish, and species of amphibians and reptiles from Commonwealth waters by those legal methods described in the Pennsylvania Summary of Fishing Regulations and Laws (Summary Book).
Pennsylvania Fishing Regulations
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
Pennsylvania Stream Access Laws
The public has the right to fish in any navigable waterway, which is determined by the practical uses of the water. If a stream is determined navigable, the streambed is considered state owned, thus allowing wading, portage, and fishing. If the stream bed is non-navigable, floating is permitted, but fishing is exclusive to the landowner.
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Fishing spots
- Codorus State Park Marina Boat Ramp
- Codorus State Park Black Rock Bridge Boat Ramp
- Codorus State Park Mooring Cove Boat Ramp
- Codorus State Park Wonder Cove Boat Ramp
- Codorus State Park Main Launch Boat Ramp
- Codorus State Park Smith Station Road Boat Ramp
- Codorus State Park Hidden Cove Boat Ramp
- Marina Area, Codorus State Park Boat Ramp
- Smith Station Road Walk-in Fishing Access Site
- Tailhead Walk-in Fishing Access Site
- Sinsheim Road Walk-in Fishing Access Site
- Blooming Grove Road Walk-in Fishing Access Sites
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