Guide To Fishing At Delaware Lake

AKA: Delaware State Park Lake

The main attraction at Delaware State Park, Delaware Lake is a 1,330-acre lake in the central part of the state with over 30 miles of shoreline. Four designated fishing areas, with parking, rest rooms and access to the shore for bank fishing, are scattered around the lake.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Launch Ramps
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

Two boat launch ramps are available for the public to launch boats with up to 10 horsepower (the lake maximum). The marina offers services to boaters, fishing tackle and bait, and rental boats. In addition to the lake, there are over 50 ponds scattered around the lake. Most of these ponds have populations of fish and are available to the public. Delaware State Park includes a campground with RV hookups.

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, bluegill, white bass, muskie and saugeye at Delaware Lake in Ohio.

Primary fish species residing in Delaware Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Delaware Lake Amenities

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

Today's Weather & Forecast

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Delaware State Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, at the Delaware State Park Marina, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Road 223 Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Horseshoe Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with paved parking.

Southwest Boat Ramps
Located in the southwest section of the lake, due north of the west end of the dam, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking. It is also a portage spot for canoes and kayaks.

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