Alum Creek Lake Fishing Map | Central Ohio | Delaware County

Alum Creek Lake is located in Delaware County. ODNR Wildlife District 1. Alum Creek features 3,387 acres of fishing water with 46 miles of shoreline.

Central Ohio Lake Location

Alum Creek Lake is in Delaware County about seven(7) miles north of Columbus. The lake is paralleled by I-71 to the East with SR36 and SR37 providing access.

State Routes 521, SR36, SR37, Chesire Road, Hollenback Road and Lewis Center Road all provide access from SR23 on the west side of the lake.

Distance from Major Cities

Seven(7) miles north of Columbus | 105 miles southwest of Cleveland | 100 miles northeast of Cincinnati

Fishing Opportunities

Largemouth Bass ~ Smallmouth Bass ~ Muskellunge ~ Saugeye ~ White and Black Crappie ~ White Bass ~ Channel Catfish.

Boating Information

There are four(4) boat ramps around Alum Creek. Three of these ramps have two lanes. Horsepower is unlimited. You can rent both fishing boats and personal watercraft.

State Management

The Ohio Division of Wildlife management includes annual stocking of saugeye and muskellunge. They monitor fish populations and construct fishing piers and boat ramps.

Ohio Division of Wildlife News

Apply for a Step Outside Grant February 13, 2019
Offered to local government agencies, non-profit organizations, and other family and youth-oriented facilities to promote outdoor skills such as fishing, hunting, trapping, archery, and shooting sports.
Spaces Available to Become a Certified Youth Fishing Instructor February 13, 2019
Passport to Fishing instructor workshop in northwest Ohio on March 20. By becoming certified instructors, you can help connect youths with the outdoors.
Wildlife Open Houses on March 2nd February 13, 2019
Mark your calendar! ODNR Division of Wildlife district open houses will be held on Saturday, March 2 from 12 pm - 3 pm at each of our five locations around the state. Find more details and other public meetings and open houses coming up.
Born Wild, Stay Wild! February 13, 2019
Spring is around the corner, and love is in the air! Valentine's Day is a reminder that some wildlife species are now more active as they begin searching for mates and nesting. Remember this spring - Born Wild, Stay Wild!
Ohio Huntsman Podcast February 13, 2019
The Ohio Huntsman Podcast recently interviewed Ohio's Deer Program Administrator Mike Tonkovich about electronic deer check and more. Listen online.
2019 Ohio Natural History Conference February 12, 2019
Don't miss it, the Ohio Natural History Conference is Sat, Feb 23 in Columbus! This year's keynote address is Lake Erie and the Waters of Ohio - Past, Present and Future.
The Making of a State Wildlife Officer: Week 3 February 12, 2019
Week 3 of the Wildlife Officer Training Academy involved studying laws to be enforced in the field. Another highlight was Officer Water Survival Training. Stay tuned as we update you on their progress each week!
Unique Valentine's Day Gifts for Nature Lovers February 12, 2019
Looking for a unique Valentine's Day gift? If your special person loves nature, we have a few ideas for you!
Hunter Education Instructor Trainings February 12, 2019
If you've decided that you want to become a volunteer hunter education instructor, then mark your calendar! Instructor trainings are coming up this spring and summer. See requirements and how to register for a training.
Explore Different Types of Fishing February 12, 2019
All types of fishing are fun and offer a great opportunity to spend quality time with your family and friends in the outdoors, so why not mix it up and try a new type of fishing? Explore different fishing methods from Take Me Fishing.
Maumee River Lake Sturgeon Release February 11, 2019
In Oct 2018, the Toledo Zoo and its partner organizations held a lake sturgeon release into the Maumee River. See behind-the-scenes of this conservation journey, from raising young sturgeon in a rearing facility to their release.

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 Ohio sportsmen and women with safety and excellent fishing & hunting opportunities!

Ohio Fishing Licenses | OH Fishing Regulations | Fish Ohio Awards

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.