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| Lake Information | Details and State Management |
|---|---|
| Veto Lake | Veto Lake is in Washington County. This small lake covers 160 acres of water and 6 miles of shoreline. It lies within Ohio Division of Wildlife District Four(4). |
| Location | Veto Lake is located in southwestern Washington County. From US Route 50 take State Route 339 south to the lake. |
| Distance from Major Cities | Approximately 50 miles south of Cambridge. Approximately 90 miles southeast of Columbus. Approximately 5 miles from the Ohio/WV border. |
| Fishing Opportunities | Veto Lake supports populations of *Largemouth Bass *Spotted Bass *Bluegill *Redear Sunfish *Channel Catfish *Saugeye. |
| Boating Information | There is a 10-hp restriction on Veto Lake. An improved boat ramp is located off of Constitution Road on the south side of the lake. |
| State Management | The Division of Wildlife activities include ~ monitoring fish populations ~ stocking of channel catfish and saugeye ~ physical and chemical water analysis. |
Veto Lake 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 boating, 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.
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- Excluding Bats From Buildings During Roosting Season April 16, 2019Bats are migrating to summer maternity roosts and now is a good time to make sure bats are kept out of the house! It is illegal to kill bats, learn about non-lethal exclusion and other ways to keep bats from roosting in buildings.
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- Citizen Science: Frogs and Salamanders April 16, 2019Yesterday, we highlighted citizen science projects focused on monarchs and dragonflies - but maybe amphibians are more your thing! iNaturalist Salamander Project and Ohio Frog and Toad Calling Survey.
- ODNR and Partners Provide Hunts for Hunters with Disabilities April 16, 2019Blue Rock State Forest and Pike State Forest were the settings for two recent special hunts organized for hunters with disabilities to enjoy the outdoors while hunting for wild turkey.
- Citizen Science: Spiders and Bees April 16, 2019Spiders and bees are literally everywhere, so your help is needed to study these fascinating creatures! Ohio Spider Survey and Ohio Bee Atlas.
- Fishing Basics: Fly Fishing April 16, 2019This method of fishing uses techniques that are more challenging than other types of fishing, but what a fun challenge it is!
- Lake Erie’s Amazing Walleye Hatch April 15, 2019Walleye trawl results from Ohio and Canada show the 2018 hatch was the highest ever recorded in Lake Erie’s western basin - and things will only continue to get better! Read on to see how bright the future of Lake Erie walleye is.
- Citizen Science: Monarchs and Dragonflies April 15, 2019If you or your family are interested in observing things that flutter or zip by this summer, then we have a few citizen science projects for you! Monarch Joint Venture and Ohio Dragonfly Survey.
- Beginning Birding Tours Available During International Migratory Bird Day Weekend April 16, 2019
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