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| Lake Information | Details and State Management |
|---|---|
| Jackson Lake | Jackson Lake is located in Jackson County. This small lake covers 242 acres of fishing water with 11 miles of shoreline. The lake lies within Ohio Division of Wildlife District Four(4). |
| Location | Jackson Lake is located in southern Jackson County and is accessible by taking State Route 93 south from Jackson to State Route 279 west from the city of Oak Hill. |
| Distance from Major Cities | Approximately 80 miles south from Columbus. Approximately 35 miles from the southern Ohio border. Approximately 100 miles east of Cincinnati. |
| Fishing Opportunities | Jackson Lake has *Largemouth Bass *Bluegill *Redear Sunfish *Channel Catfish *a few rare Musky and Pike. |
| Boating Information | There is an electric motors only restriction on Jackson Lake. An improved double lane launch ramp is located off of State Route 279. There is a boat rental nearby. |
| State Management | The Division of Wildlife activities include; monitoring fish populations ~ physical and chemical water quality analysis. |
Jackson Lake State Park – Courtesy 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 and boating 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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- Where to Fish in Winter: How Species of Fish Survive Under Ice and Cold Water November 11, 2019Have you ever wondered how fish survive in Ohio’s cold winter weather or where they go when water freezes over? Like many people, fish tend to be less active in the cold.
- Reporting Wildlife Sightings from the Tree Stand: Wildlife Reporting System November 11, 2019While you’re in your tree stand waiting for the perfect shot at a white-tailed deer, you’re likely to see a lot of other wildlife. Report wildlife sightings and contribute important data to science!
- Thankful for BIRDS! November 8, 2019Thinking about the wildlife we are thankful for, we cannot forget BIRDS! Birds aren’t just fun to watch and identify, they also play an important role in pest control.
- Wildlife Gift Guide November 8, 2019Looking for unique gifts? Get an early start on that holiday list with the Wildlife Gift Guide! Consider buying the hunter or angler in your life a gift certificate for a multiyear or lifetime license.
- Game Check Update: Confirmation Code November 8, 2019Attention hunters! When completing game check, hunters will now receive a 6-digit confirmation code. If you bought your tag prior to Oct 16, 2019 it will say 18-digit confirmation code on the tag.
- Lake Erie Fish Ohio Report November 7, 2019Check the latest Lake Erie Fish Ohio Report for information on walleye, perch, and bass fishing conditions.
- Wear It! Safe Boating this Winter November 7, 2019Winter is just around the corner, and more hunters and anglers will be on cold water, putting themselves in potential danger if they don’t use precautions. Learn more about staying safe on the water.
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