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| Lake Information | Details and State Management |
|---|---|
| Lake Hope | Lake Hope is located in Vinton County. This small lake covers 120 acres of fishing water with 5.7 miles of shoreline. The lake lies within Ohio Division of Wildlife District Four(4). |
| Location | Lake Hope is located in Vinton County approximately 15 miles west of Athens – 10 miles southwest of Nelsonville – 20 miles northeast of Wellston. The lake is accessible from State Route 278. |
| Distance from Major Cities | 52 miles southeast from Columbus. 15 miles west of Athens. 190 miles south of Cleveland. 135 miles east of Cincinnati. |
| Fishing Opportunities | Forked Run Lake features *Bluegill *Largemouth and Spotted Bass *Channel Catfish – *Saugeye and *Golden Trout are stocked. |
| Boating Information | There is an 3-hp restriction on Lake Hope. Near the dam is a small primitive boat launch with a boat rental and beach nearby. |
| State Management | The Division of Wildlife activities include; monitoring fish populations ~ physical and chemical water analysis. |
Lake Hope Location – 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 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.
Ohio Wildlife News- Apply for a Step Outside Grant February 13, 2019Offered 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, 2019Passport 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, 2019Mark 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.
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- Ohio Huntsman Podcast February 13, 2019The 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, 2019Don'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, 2019Week 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, 2019Looking 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, 2019If 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, 2019All 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.
- Apply for a Step Outside Grant February 13, 2019
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