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Carp fishing in Ohio

Ohio provides strong freshwater fishing opportunities for carp. Lakes, rivers, and reservoirs across the state offer reliable action for anglers.

Best baits and lures for Carp in Ohio

According to catch data from over 20 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the best baits used to catch Carp.

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Latest Carp fishing reports in Ohio

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Common carp

Scioto River

25 in · 4 lb

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Common carp

Newport Lake

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Common carp

Maumee River

26 in · 8 lb 8 oz

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Common carp

Liberty Lake

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Common carp

Todd Pond

23 in · 6 lb

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Common carp

Liberty Lake

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Common carp

Sandy Creek

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Common carp

Lake Erie

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Common carp

Maumee River

25 in · 9 lb 8 oz

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Mirror carp

Liberty Lake

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Regulations for Carp in Ohio

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FAQ

Anglers in Ohio commonly catch several Carp species, including Common carp, Mirror carp, Grass carp, Goldfish, and F1 carp, according to reports from Fishbrain members.

These species can be found in many lakes, rivers and streams throughout the area. If you are targeting a specific species, you can use the to filter catches by species and see where anglers are catching them and which baits they are using.
Carp are caught in lakes, rivers and streams throughout Ohio. Popular fishing waters reported by Fishbrain members include Lake Erie, Great Miami River, and Nimisila Reservoir.

The allows anglers to see exact catch locations shared by other members, helping you discover productive fishing spots where Carp have recently been caught.