Buckeye Lake Fishing Map – Central Ohio
Here’s an ODNR Division of Wildlife Buckeye Lake fishing map with shore features, Buckeye Lake weather, plus information about fishing opportunities and boating regulations at 3800-acre Buckeye Lake, OH.
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| Lake Information | Details and State Management |
|---|---|
| Buckeye Lake | Buckeye Lake is in south central Ohio in Fairfield- Perry- Licking counties * Ohio Division of Wildlife District 1 * 3600 acres of fishing water * 32 miles of shoreline. |
| Location | In south central Ohio about 25 miles east of Columbus. The lake is accessible from I-70 east on any of the following roads; State Route 13 – SR37 – SR 79. |
| Distance from Major Cities | Approximately 120 miles south of Cleveland — Approximately 25 miles east of Columbus — Approximately 130 miles southeast of Toledo — Approximately 120 miles northeast of Cincinnati. |
| Fishing Opportunities | Largemouth Bass * Muskellunge * Bluegills * Crappie * Channel Catfish * Brown Bullheads * Yellow Perch. |
| Boating Information | There is a boat rental. Horsepower is unlimited. Be very careful with your boat as the lake averages only 4.5 feet deep. There are four improved public boat launches. |
| State Management | There is an Ohio Division of Wildlife fish hatchery nearby so the lake often receives a surplus fish stocking. |
Buckeye Lake, OH Weather ~ 43026
Buckeye Lake Location – 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 Ohio sportsmen and women with safety and excellent fishing & hunting opportunities!
Turn In a Poacher (1-800-POACHER)
Ohio’s Turn In a Poacher, or ”TIP” program is helping 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 it 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.
