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Fishing in Ohio

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About Ohio fishing

Ohio fishing is anchored by Lake Erie’s world-class walleye fishery. Bass, catfish, crappie, and steelhead populate inland lakes and rivers, making Ohio a diverse freshwater fishing destination.

Ohio fishing license

Ohio requires a fishing license for anglers 16+. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual, short-term, and combination options, available online or from licensed vendors.

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Top fish species caught in Ohio

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Biggest catches in Ohio

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State records of caught fish in Ohio

SpeciesWeightChannel catfish37.6 lbsWalleye16.2 lbsLargemouth bass13.1 lbsSmallmouth bass9.5 lbsBlack crappie4.5 lbsBluegill3.3 lbs

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Walleye

Lake Erie

27 in · 7 lb

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Steelhead

Lake Erie

25 in · 7 lb

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Brown trout

Mad River

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Steelhead

Lake Erie

20 in · 3 lb

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Steelhead

Lake Erie

25 in · 7 lb

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Saugeye

Scioto River

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Walleye

Lake Erie

26 in · 7 lb

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Saugeye

Scioto River

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Scioto River

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Saugeye

Scioto River

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Fishing regulations in Ohio

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Ohio can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Ohio fishing

Fishing regulations in Ohio, United States vary by location and species, covering size limits, bag limits, and open seasons. To stay up to date and avoid guesswork, use the for the latest rules on every fish and body of water.
Anglers in Ohio, United States most often target Bluegill, Largemouth bass, and Smallmouth bass. For more detailed insights, the shows exactly which species are biting in each lake, river, and coastline.
Popular waters in Ohio, United States include Lake Erie, Great Miami River, and Nimisila Reservoir. With the , you can zoom in on any area to discover the best spots and see what other anglers are catching there.