Ashley, OH Fishing Trip — April
Your Ashley, OH Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 42°F5.4" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in April
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentWalleye
Various
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
April Weather in Ashley
62°F
Avg High
42°F
Avg Low
5.4"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
3 Guides Near Ashley
No guides are based in Ashley, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
Also Consider Fishing In...
What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
Ohio Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$50
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Lake Erie permit additional for Lake Erie fishing.
Species Regulations
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum (varies by water)
Some lakes and reservoirs have special regulations; consult the Ohio Fishing Regulations for specific locations.
Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day (Lake Erie, Sandusky River, and Maumee River during spawning run); 4 per day (Inland waters)
Size Limit:15-inch minimum (Lake Erie, Sandusky River, and Maumee River during spawning run); No minimum size (Inland waters)
Specific regulations apply to Lake Erie and its tributaries during the spawning run.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:30 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
There are some bodies of water with special regulations, so check local regulations before fishing.