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Lower Girard Lake

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Ohio, United States

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Common carp

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Largemouth bass

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Yellow bullhead

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General info

Lower Girard Lake is a lake located in Trumbull County, Ohio, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Common carp, and Blue catfish.

Location

41°11′18.8″N 80°42′9.6″W
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Fishing regulations at Lower Girard Lake, OH

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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Largemouth bass

Largemouth bass

Regulation boundaryOhio State Waters
Bag limit5

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size12" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Aggregate limit5

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Restrictions & requirements

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Additional information
Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass regulations for Lake ErieMarch 1 - April 30: bag limit = 5; min size = 14-inchesMay 1 - June 24: bag limit = 1; min size = 18-inchesJune 25 - April 30: bag limit = 5; min size = 14 inches Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass regulations for the Ohio River - Western Unit (Ohio/Kentucky) Regulations. These regulations apply only to boat anglers when fishing in Ohio waters, shoreline anglers when fishing on the Ohio shoreline, and all anglers in Ohio embayments and tributaries within the Western Unit.bag limit = 6; min size = 12 inchesKentucky regulations apply to boat anglers fishing beyond the 1792 low water mark, identified at wildohio.gov. WildOhio.gov. Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass regulations for the Ohio River - Eastern Unit (Ohio/West Virginia) Regulations. These regulations must be followed when fishing on or within a quarter mile of the Ohio River on its embayments and tributaries to the first riffle or dam in the Eastern Unit.bag limit = 6; min size = 12 inchesWest Virginia regulations apply to boat anglers fishing the main stem of the Ohio River, shore anglers fishing the West Virginia shoreline, and boat and shore anglers fishing West Virginia embayments and tributaries within the Eastern Unit. Largemouth Bass and Smallmouth Bass regulations for Pymatuning Lake:bag limit = 5; min size = 12-inches Additional site-specific regulations for Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass in inland lakes, reservoirs, rivers, and streams:Action: bag limit = 4 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 15-inches and 2 fish 15-inches or longerAdams: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesAll American Electric Power Company waters, including AEP ReCreation Lands: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerAppalachian Hills Wildlife Area: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerBelmont: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerBlue Rock: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesBurr Oak: bag limit = 5; none may be taken between 12 and 15-inchesCaldwell: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesCowan: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesDale Walborn: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesDow: bag limit = 5; none may be taken between 12 and 15-inchesFindley: bag limit = 4 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 15-inches and 2 fish 15-inches or longerFox: bag limit = 5; none may be taken between 12 and 15-inchesGreenfield: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesGuilford: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerHammertown (Jackson City Reservoir): bag limit = 5; none may be taken between 12 and 15-inchesHancock County Wetlands: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesHargus: bag limit = 4 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 15-inches and 2 fish 15-inches or longerHighlandtown: bag limit = 4 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 15-inches and 2 fish 15-inches or longerJesse Owens: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerKilldeer Plains ponds: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerKiser: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerKnox: bag limit = 5; min size = 18-inchesLa Su An: special limits are postedLake Rupert (Wellston City Reservoir): bag limit = 5; none may be taken between 12 and 15-inchesLake Snowden: bag limit = 4 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 15-inches and 2 fish 15-inches or longerLong: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerNew Lyme: bag limit = 4 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 15-inches and 2 fish 15-inches or longerNo. 30 and No. 33: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerOhio-Erie Canal: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesOxbow: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerPaint Creek: bag limit = 4 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 15-inches and 2 fish 15-inches or longerPine: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesResthaven Pond No. 8: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesRoss: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesRush Runs: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesSalt Fork: bag limit = 4 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 15-inches and 2 fish 15-inches or longerSeneca: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesSilver Creek: bag limit = 4 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 15-inches and 2 fish 15-inches or longerSlope Creek (Barnesville No. 3): bag limit = 5; none may be taken between 12 and 15-inchesSpencer: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerSt. Joseph Wildlife Area: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerTurkey Creek: bag limit = 5; none may be taken between 12 and 15-inchesTycoon: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerUpper Sandusky No. 2: bag limit = 4 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 15-inches and 2 fish 15-inches or longerWellington Reservoir South: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inchesWingfoot: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerWolf Run: bag limit = 3 fish split daily limit; 2 fish less than 14-inches and 1 fish 20-inches or longerZepernick: bag limit = 5; min size = 15-inches
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Micropterus nigricans
Season open: year-round
Blue catfish

Blue catfish

Regulation boundaryOhio State Waters
Memorable / trophy limits1 > 35

The maximum number of trophy individuals legally harvested per harvester per day. A trophy is any individual of a length greater than the max size limit. Trophy individuals are included in the daily bag limit unless stated otherwise.

Additional information
No minimum size limit. No bag limit for blue catfish under 35-inches. Bag limit of 1 blue catfish 35-inches or larger. Hoover Reservoir; bag limit = 4 fish split limit; 3 fish less than 18-inches and 1 fish 28-inches or longer may be harvested. None may be taken between 18-inches and 28-inches. For additional site-specific regulations, see Ohio Division of Wildlife Fishing Regulations.
Edibility
Very good
Synonyms
Ictalurus furcatus
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FAQ about Lower Girard Lake fishing

📍 Where is Lower Girard Lake located?
Lower Girard Lake is a lake located in Trumbull County, Ohio, United States. Its coordinates are:
41°11′18.8″N 80°42′9.6″W
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🎣 Where on Lower Girard Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Lower Girard Lake by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Lower Girard Lake?
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📢 What are the latest Lower Girard Lake fishing reports?
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🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Lower Girard Lake?

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

In Ohio, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. Residents 66 and older qualify for a discounted license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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