Your Favorite Lake in Ohio

Warpath · November 15, 2006, 05:47:58 AM

Well, since Jay decided to go with Cranberry Creek, I will go with another. He fishes out of there more than I do anyhow.

My favorite inland lake in Ohio is Clear Fork Reservoir. Grass equals big bass. A lot great features in the lake to fish as well. The lake's only marina/bait shop is:

The Robin's Nest
7471 State Route 97
Mansfield, Ohio 44903
(419) 884-3650

Eric

PARTSMAN2112 · November 15, 2006, 08:13:00 AM

my favorite lake in southern oh is Ross Lake. it dosnt have a marina but there is a nice bait shop just up the road.

D & K Bait and Tackle
288 W Hydell Rd
Chillicothe, Oh 45601
(740) 772-1836

Bman · November 15, 2006, 04:04:46 PM

I would say this ones the best around me!

Eastwood Lake

Fisherman's Quarters
142 S. Keowee St
Dayton, Ohio 45402

1-937-222-2224

OHbassaholic · November 15, 2006, 04:38:04 PM

Alum Creek Reservoir just North of Columbus, OH.

Alum Creek State Park
3615 S Old State Rd
Delaware, 43015-9673
http://www.stateparks.com/alum_creek.html

Boating:
Alum Creek Reservoir contains 3,387 acres of water. The broad expanse of the lake south of Cheshire Road is a boater's paradise with unlimited horsepower and plenty of room for skiers. The northern portion offers a quieter scene with tree-lined shores, shale cliffs and sheltered inlets for canoeists.

Fishing and Hunting:
The narrow coves and quiet inlets offer fine catches of bass, bluegill, crappie, walleye and saugeye. The northern half of the park is best for the squirrel and deer hunter, while the southern half offers better opportunities for rabbit and other upland game. Valid Ohio hunting and fishing license are required. Note the hunting map as many areas are restricted.

Alum Creek Bait & Tackle
7007 E State Route 37
Sunbury, OH
(740) 548-0343

Dick's Sporting Goods
6111 Sawmill Road
Dublin, OH 43017

CJ Basser8 · December 17, 2006, 06:26:26 PM

Delaware State Park
5202 U.S. 23 North
Delaware, OH 43015

Park Office (740) 369-2761
Campground Office (740) 363-4561
Marina (740) 363-6102
Camping/Getaway
Rental Reservations 1-866-644-6727

http://www.ohiodnr.com/parks/parks/delaware.htm

Coonhound · December 18, 2006, 11:36:58 AM

It's not necessarily my favorite, but it is the lake i fish the most: Caesar's Creek

The baitshop i hit pretty much every Tuesday during tournament season:
Spillway Party Supply
Located at the corner of Oregonia and Clarksville roads near the Spillway.
(513) 897-9334

reel-nut · December 18, 2006, 01:25:08 PM

Lake Erie is my favorite Smallmouth water.

Cranberry Creek is located between the Huron and Vermilion Rivers

Chris Woods
Cranberry Creek Marina @ Ruggles Beach
4319 Cleveland Rd East
Huron, Ohio 44839
(419) 433-3932 or (440) 967-3932
WWW.CRANBERRYCREEKMARINA.COM

Phil Carver · December 20, 2006, 10:04:25 PM

My favorite lake would have to be Knox lake in Fredericktown Ohio . The best marina in the state is located on the north end of the lake . They have a very helpfull staff , the best boat mechanics around as well as anything that you will need to have a great day out on the water . If you are ever up in the area , make sure to stop by and check them out . You just may find something that you have been looking for , great customer service !

Knox Marine
13285 Netherland Rd.
Fredericktown, OH 43019
(740)694-7774
www.knoxmarine-ltd.com

Jerry Holston Jr · December 21, 2006, 06:50:08 AM

Phil took mine lol.
I grew up just up the street from knox lake and the friendly folks at knox marine. I have fished this lake since i was a kid and still only live 5min from it. It is one of the best bass lakes in the state with many large fish and many great areas for them to hang out. The lake has an 18inch limit imposed. Its a 10hp restricted lake were you can have a great bass day.

Knox Marine
13285 Netherland Rd.
Fredericktown, OH 43019
(740)694-7774
www.knoxmarine-ltd.com

River Walker · December 25, 2006, 06:29:55 PM

No doubt about it,my favorite big bass waters in north-central Ohio Charles Mill Lake,although Clear Fork is better in numbers.Great crappie and saugeye fishing too,with a spattering of big wipers and channel cats also.

Charles Mill Marina
1277 St.Rt.430 east
Mifflin,Ohio
(419) 368-5951

bigbassbuck69 · February 12, 2007, 06:06:53 PM

my favorite lake is our great lake ERIE,,,Smallies everywhere and big ones at that!!!!

tcba1987 · February 23, 2007, 02:11:15 PM

i fish Tappan alot so id have to go with Tappan Lake !!!

catfish_hunter · February 27, 2007, 11:51:17 AM

well im just starting to fish the lakes alot with my buddy TCBA1987 so I dont really have a favorite yet but I like all the MWCD lakes, but mostly a river fisherman!

blackknight · April 15, 2007, 05:14:21 AM

well so far i have fished a few lakes in ohio ,,,,, have not had much luck on them yet ,,, ,but Peadmount is the one i like to fish its clear water ,,you can see down almost 7 feet on a good day

OHbassaholic · April 15, 2007, 09:53:01 PM

That's one I haven't tried yet but it sounds good. Welcome to Ultimatebass.com, blacknight, it's always great to have another Ohioan join us here.

Fish_myster_Son · April 22, 2007, 05:59:31 PM

Well I don't live in Ohio anymore but my favorite lake would Have to be East Fork Lake.

shotie · April 25, 2007, 05:59:05 PM

Apple Valley is far the best -- then Buckeye

Warpath · April 26, 2007, 11:33:36 AM

I've heard great things about Apple Valley for both bass and walleye, but unfortunately, it's private. I knew aperson who lived there, and he offered to let me fish it with him. I never had a chance to take him up on the offer.

Eric

af2c40 · December 12, 2007, 06:57:32 PM

Right now my favorite lake is Caesars creek. I am fairly new to Ohio and that is the lake I have had the most luck at. I am looking forward to getting out and fishing other lakes and rivers here in Ohio.

Bman · December 12, 2007, 08:39:11 PM

Welcome to Ohio!!!!! Were the weather changes every ten minutes!!!! Hey since you live in Beavercreek you should try Eastwood Lake off of Harshman Rd!

Bman

Fish_myster · December 12, 2007, 08:43:05 PM

Quote from: af2c40 on December 12, 2007, 06:57:32 PM
Right now my favorite lake is Caesars creek. I am fairly new to Ohio and that is the lake I have had the most luck at. I am looking forward to getting out and fishing other lakes and rivers here in Ohio.

welcome aboard new buckeye in the making'
I'm fishin about an hour and a half south if you. I live next to east fork.

See you around!
Chip

Benthook120 · December 13, 2007, 06:52:21 PM

Hi all.

I'd have to say that Rocky Fork is one of my favorites. Aside from mother Erie. Its a good crankbait lake and one that will produce on soft plastics too.

af2c40 · December 13, 2007, 07:22:32 PM

I am really looking forward to getting out and fishing all of these lakes here. When I first got here I bought a couple of books that have all the lakes and rivers in the state. They are from sportsman's connection. They break the state into two sections, North and South. Check out there web site. Sportsmanconnection.com. They tell you what the lake has been stocked with, show boat launches, and other points of interest on the water. Not a plug for the web site. The books work for me. I picked them up at gander mountain fro $20 a piece.

guardrail · December 14, 2007, 07:42:13 PM

Well gotta say i dont have a fav lake but the prettyest lake was one i fish for the first time this year was Berlin lake it has just abought any type of cover you want you can fish deep or shallow tons of NO wake area big lake bigger than alum at full pool

Falcon104 · January 12, 2008, 08:48:56 AM

My favorite lake would be Nettle Lake in Williams County as its the only lake that is close to me other than Erie.