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Portage River

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Ohio, United States

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White bass

5 in · 2 oz

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Freshwater drum

30 in · 11 lb

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Smallmouth bass

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Eyetail bowfin

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Freshwater drum

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Channel catfish

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General info

Portage River is a stream located in Ottawa County, Ohio, United States. It is also intersecting with Sandusky County, Ohio. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Channel catfish, and Freshwater drum.

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41°29′49.5″N 83°07′32.5″W
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Fishing regulations at Portage River, 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.

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FAQ about Portage River fishing

the Portage River is a stream located in Ottawa County, Ohio, United States. It is also intersecting with Sandusky County, Ohio. Its coordinates are:
41°29′49.5″N 83°07′32.5″W
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