Seasons

Ohio weather can sometimes change daily, but that doesn't stop us from fishing year-round!
Check out the info below or contact us to learn more about seasonal fishing.

March 20 - June 21

Smallmouth Bass, Steelhead,

Pike, Rainbow Trout, Musky,

Brown Trout, Freshwater Drum, Hybrid Striped Bass, Walleye

Spring

During the spring, anglers can target various fish species, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, crappie, white bass, bluegill, and saugeye. Spring is particularly popular for walleye fishing in Lake Erie.

In the summer, anglers can continue pursuing walleye, bass (both largemouth and smallmouth), crappie, bluegill, white bass, and other panfish species. Some anglers also target channel catfish and flathead catfish during this season.

June 21 - September 23

Smallmouth Bass, Carp,

Hybrid Striped Bass,

White Bass, Freshwater Drum

Pike, Walleye

Summer

Fall

March 20 - June 21

Smallmouth Bass, Steelhead,

Pike, Rainbow Trout, Musky,

Brown Trout, Freshwater Drum, Hybrid Striped Bass, Walleye

Fall offers opportunities for fishing various species, including walleye, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, crappie, white bass, bluegill, and saugeye. Additionally, anglers may target steelhead trout, as they begin their annual spawning runs in Lake Erie tributaries.

While we don't currently offer ice fishing, the rivers and streams in Ohio do offer some great winter fishing opportunities. Popular species targeted during this season include steelhead, musky, pike, walleye, and various species of trout (rainbow trout, brown trout).

Winter

December 21 - March 20

Steelhead, Musky,

Rainbow Trout, Pike, Brown Trout,

Pike, Walleye

It's important to note that specific fishing seasons, size restrictions, and other regulations can vary depending on the body of water, region, and species.