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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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