Guide To Fishing At Charles Mill Lake

AKA: Mills Lake

At the crossroads of I-70 and Highway 30, Charles Mill Lake is a convenient destination for boating, water sports and fishing. The lakes provides 1,300 surface acres and has 29 miles of shoreline. Several boat ramps allow visitors to launch boats with up to 10 horsepower, which is the lake maximum.

Kayaks, canoes and car-top boats are popular. There is plenty of areas for fishing from the bank, swimming, hiking and picnicking. For anglers, the lake boasts good fishing for catfish, saugeye and bass. Healthy populations of hybrid stripers, sunfish, perch and crappie also reside in the lake. Camping, lodging and other services are all convenient in the area.

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, hybrid striped bass and saugeye at Charles Mill Lake in Ohio.

Primary fish species residing in Charles Mill Lake

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Charles Mill Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Fishing Boat Rentals

Charles Mill Marina
Rentals: Fishing boats, kayaks and pontoons
419 368-5951

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Charles Mill Lake Boat Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Highway 430, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Marinas

Charles Mill Marina
1277 OH-430
Mansfield, OH 44903
419 368-5951

Click here for a Ohio Fishing License.

Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Charles Mill Lake Park Campground - 419 368-6885

Eagle Point, Charles Mill Park Campground - 419 368-6885

Charles Mill Lake OH Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

Lake Video

Contact Information

Charles Mill Lake
Charles Mill Marina
1277 OH-430
Mansfield, OH 44903
419 368-5951

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