Fishing At Salt Fork Lake

AKA: Salt Fork State Park Lake

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

Surrounded by Salt Fork State Park, in east-central OH, Salt Fork Lake is a 2,900-acre fishery with over 60 miles of shoreline. The lake offers over a dozen popular fish species. Ten boat launch ramps and two marinas make this an ideal destination for boating, water sports and fishing. Bass, muskies, walleye and crappie are favorites here, plus there is good fishing for catfish and sunfish. Plenty of camping, RV hookups, cabins and lodging options are available for a weekend fishing trip or an extended family vacation. When the cold of winter sets in, and the ice is safe, anglers can expect good action while ice fishing for black crappie, white crappie, walleye and bluegill.

Primary fish species residing in Salt Fork Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Salt Fork 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