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| Lake Information | Details and State Management |
|---|---|
| Leesville Lake | Leesville Lake is in southwestern Carroll County. The lake covers 1000 acres of water with 27 miles of shoreline at normal pool level. It is within Ohio Division of Wildlife District Three. |
| Location | Leesville Lake is located in southwest Carroll County between New Philadelphia and Carrollton. The lake can be accessed by State Route 39 – SR 212 – SR 332. |
| Distance from Major Cities | Approximately 70 miles southeast of Cleveland. Approximately 45 miles southeast of Akron. Approximately 100 miles northeast of Columbus. |
| Fishing Opportunities | Leesville Lake is known for its * Muskellunge and also has *Largemouth Bass *Crappies *Bluegill *Channel Catfish. |
| Boating Information | There is a 10-hp limit restriction on Leesville Lake. There are two marinas on the lake plus one public launch ramp. The Leesville campground has 200 sites. |
| State Management | The Division of Wildlife activities include monitoring fish populations ~ stocking (muskellunge) ~ creel studies ~ and physical and chemical water quality analysis. |
Leesville Lake Location – Courtesy of Google Maps
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Bait & Tackle Shops Nearby
T & A Bait & Tackle: 7236 Roswell Rd. SW, Sherrodsville, OH 44675
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 Northern Ohio sportsmen and women with boating safety plus 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- Get Schooled on Ohio’s Squirrels October 17, 2018While gray, red, and fox squirrels are the most commonly seen squirrel species, a few more call Ohio home. For example, you might be unaware that the flying squirrel is probably the most common of all squirrel species found here. And have you ever seen a thirteen-lined ground squirrel?
- Weekly Lake Erie Fishing Report October 17, 2018Fishing for yellow perch has been good. A few good reports came from the Sputnik buoy near Toledo in 28 to 30 feet of water.
- Learn to Hunt: Using a Doe Bleat October 17, 2018Video. If you're new to hunting, it's helpful to know different ways to call a deer in closer. Doe bleats, grunts, and rattling are all useful while hunting, but there are times when you should and should not use these calls.
- Chasing the Rainbows October 16, 2018The ODNR Division of Wildlife’s annual rainbow trout stockings are popular among anglers at smaller lakes and reservoirs throughout Ohio. Each spring, fish management staff stock approximately 100,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout. Stocking rainbow trout provides excellent opportunities for anglers of all ages to catch a fun, feisty, and harvestable fish.
- Wild Ohio Cookbook: Small Game and Wild Fowl Recipes October 16, 2018How does oven-fried squirrel sound? Get the recipe in our Wild Ohio Cookbook, adding a blend of spices you prefer such as oregano, thyme, or smoked paprika.
- Wildlife Center Stage: Mallard October 16, 2018Glance across any wetland habitat, and you’re likely to see the quintessential duck, the mallard. Yet, as commonplace as a mallard might be, it is hardly ordinary. Read on for a few fun and fascinating facts about these ducks.
- Range Orientation at Grand River Shooting Range October 15, 2018A range orientation class was recently held at the Grand River Shooting Range. A dozen participants, almost all new to range use, were introduced to the concepts of safely enjoying public shooting ranges. Topics such as range operations, rules, and general etiquette were covered by ODNR Division of Wildlife staff.
- Flathead Catfish October 15, 2018A large flathead catfish – also known as a shovelhead, mudcat, or yellow catfish - was recently captured while ODNR Division of Wildlife fish management staff conducted an electrofishing survey for saugeye at Tappan Lake in Harrison County. The flathead catfish is the only North American catfish species with a lower jaw that is longer […]
- Earth as Inspiration is Theme for Earth Science Week October 15, 2018Ohioans are invited to join the Ohio Department of Natural Resources in exploring the state’s natural history during Earth Science Week, Oct. 14-20. Geologists will give talks and lead hikes and fossil collecting throughout Ohio at state parks, state nature preserves and other important geologic sites.
- Wild Ohio Cookbook: Fish Recipes October 12, 2018Need a snack while watching the game this weekend? Find fish recipes in the Wild Ohio Cookbook.
- Get Schooled on Ohio’s Squirrels October 17, 2018
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