YOUR OHIO FISHING GUIDE

Port Clinton Fishing

• The small local community in this area is filled with classic northeast charm and architecture. Visit the magnificent Port Clinton Lighthouse, walk the beautiful shores of the "Walleye Capital of the World," and you will see Ohio Fishing Charter boats fill the marinas and bays primed to take anglers out on a fishing trip to remember for ages.
• When you step aboard a Lake Erie Fishing Charter at Port Clinton, Ohio, be prepared for some serious Lake Erie Walleye fishing. During April, many fishing guides will have their guest jig fish and catch near 100 walleye in just a few hours.

Lake Erie Fishing

• If you cant depart on a charter fishing boat from Port Clinton, don't worry. As a member of the Great Lakes, you have plenty of places to leave from with high success rates, and fishing stories even bigger.
• The Ohio State Fish is the Walleye, and Lake Erie is a big reason why. Although commercial fishing as stoped on this lake, you can select from several Lake Erie, Ohio fishing trips that depart from the banks of this body of water every day.

Sandusky Bay Fishing

• This one made our top fishing destinations in Ohio list because it tends to get overlooked with its bigger and more famous brothers and sisters. However, Channel Catfish and Largemouth Bass will keep your rods bent, especially during June. Cast a Texas-rig into the shallows in Cold Creek.
• June isn't the only month where your arms might get tired, fishing in this bay is year-round. This body of water is shallow, between 10 and 2 feet. The only exception is for when some areas are dredged to provide for commercial access.

Toledo Fishing

• The Maumee River runs right through the city of Toledo, Ohio providing a convenient getaway for any angler in the area seeking one of the many fish species it offers. This river offers excellent trout fishing year-round, but during the summer months, you will need to have a gameplan.
• Try yellow perch fishing or fishing for smallmouth bass with one of your smaller spinners, in areas of current. If you fish after significant rain, it can churn the water and help the fish become more active with the higher levels of oxygen.

Bass Islands Fishing

• Can't decide if you want to party of fish? Head to the Bass Islands with a fly rod and your choice of beverage. For those that don't mind a lively area, with tourists and party-goers, the North Islands are your spot, and honestly a hidden gem for experiencing fly fishing in Ohio.
• If you want a more secluded fly fishing trip, then you will want to cast a line on the middle islands, pssst f you can get to know a local... there are some superb private fishing areas, then just toss your best set up a little ways past the rocks, and the bass will hit.

Other Fishing Lakes and Rivers

• Ohio River, Mad River, Alum Creek, Clear Fork Reservoir, Piedmont Lake, and Indian Lake

If you know your child, under the age of 16, will be a lifelong avid angler, go ahead and give him a gift for a lifetime. Purchase a Resident Youth Lifetime License for $430.56.

For residents 16 years and older:

• 1 Year License Costs $25
• 1 Day License Costs $14
• 1 Day Lake Erie Charter Fishing License Costs $14

For all non-residents:

• 1 Year License Costs $50.96
• 1 Days License Costs $14
• 1 Day Lake Erie Charter Fishing License Costs $14

Nonresident Lake Erie Sportfishing Permit is required for all non-residents fishing Lake Erie from January 1 to the last day of April.

There are many other things to consider when looking at fishing in Ohio, so you are responsible for doing your due diligence by reviewing more information from the ODNR Division of Wildlife.