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| Lake Information | Details and State Management |
|---|---|
| Acton Lake | Acton Lake is found in Butler and Preble Counties. It covers 5.625 acres of fishing water with 8 miles of shoreline. This lake is in Ohio Division of Wildlife District Five(5). |
| Location | In Delaware and Preble counties on the southwestern edge of Ohio. Four miles from the Indiana/Ohio state line. The lake is accessible by State Route 177 – SR 732 – SR 725 – U.S. Route 27. |
| Distance from Major Cities | 7 miles north of Oxford. 40 miles northwest of Cincinnati. 35 miles southwest of Dayton. |
| Fishing Opportunities | Acton Lake fishing action includes; *Largemouth Bass *Bluegills *Muskellunge *Tiger Musky *White Crappie *Channel Catfish *Bullheads. |
| Boating Information | There is a boat rental and marina. Horsepower limited to 10-hp. |
| State Management | The State Park is 3596 acres and surrounds Acton Lake. Ohio Division of Wildlife activities include ~ stocking ~ constructing of fish shelters ~ population monitoring ~ water quality analysis. ODNR has stocked the species listed above. Bass must be 15". |
Acton Lake Spotlight – Courtesy of Google Maps
A very special THANKS to the Ohio Division of Natural Resources, the Division of Wildlife and the Division of Watercraft for their hard work and dedication in providing Southwest Ohio sportsmen and women with boating safety plus excellent fishing & hunting opportunities!
Turn In a Poacher (1-800-POACHER)
Ohio’s Turn In a Poacher -“TIP” program – helps to curtail poaching throughout the state by involving the public in reporting wildlife violations. If you observe a wildlife violation, click here and submit the form online or print the form and mail to:
TIP Headquarters, Division of Wildlife
2045 Morse Rd., Bldg G
Columbus, Ohio 43229-6693
Or call the TIP toll-free hotline, 1-800-POACHER.
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- Next Duck Stamp Celebrates Waterfowl Hunters August 15, 2018Funds from the Duck Stamp help provide access, enhance habitats, sustain wildlife populations, and more. The theme of the 2019-2020 Federal Duck Stamp contest is Celebrating our waterfowl hunting heritage.
- Where Are The Fish? August 15, 2018Knowing what lake to fish is easy. But knowing where to fish on these lakes can be difficult, and can change with the seasons. Watch this video to learn where to focus your efforts as the seasons change.
- Weekly Lake Erie Fishing Report August 15, 2018Fishing for yellow perch has been excellent near the islands, with the best reports coming from south of Green Island in 30 feet of water.
- Great Horned Owl Rescue August 14, 2018A great horned owl that had become tangled in a soccer goal net was rescued by ODNR Division of Wildlife staff in Summit County last week.
- Report Wild Turkey and Ruffed Grouse Sightings August 14, 2018Reports can be made until August 31 via the online Wildlife Species Sighting Report.
- Reminder! Tree Stand Regulations August 14, 2018A tree stand on ODNR Division of Wildlife public hunting areas is legal as long as it is portable and uses no nails, steps, or any other device placed or inserted into a tree. The tree stand can be installed no more than one month prior to the beginning of deer archery season (which begins […]
- Learning to Fish Resources August 14, 2018Find more tips, resources, and information to help get you (or a friend) started learning how to fish.
- Free Range Day Success! August 13, 2018In a fantastic turnout, participants of all ages got to experience Ohio's premier public shooting ranges during Free Range Day this past Saturday.
- The Truth About Carp August 13, 2018Many people associate carp with the Asian species that have invaded U.S. waterways and threaten the Great Lakes. But not all carp are that bad. Learn more about the good carp in Ohio's waters, and how to catch them.
- Native Spotlight: Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrel August 15, 2018
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