lake in Ohio, USA
A flood-control lake with a strong crappie program and split-limit bass regulations in the rolling hills west of Chillicothe. Located in Highland and Ross counties in southwest Ohio.
Paint Creek Lake is a lake in Ohio, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region. This guide brings together the fish species you can target, the regulations that apply, and the campsites nearby so you can plan a complete fishing trip.
Anglers fishing Paint Creek Lake can target species including Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, and White Crappie. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Paint Creek Lake.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Paint Creek Lake. A fishing license is required across most of USA, and daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change from year to year. When FishFinder has matching records, use the regulations link below to review the rules hub before you cast a line.
Explore the species guides for fish recorded at Paint Creek Lake:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Paint Creek Lake:
Anglers at Paint Creek Lake can target species including Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, and White Crappie. Explore each species on this page to learn its habits, average size, and the tackle that works best.
Yes — a fishing license is required across most of USA. Daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change year to year, so review the regulations on file for Paint Creek Lake before you cast a line.
Paint Creek Lake is a lake in Ohio, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.