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Columbus Grove, OH Fishing Trip — April

Your Columbus Grove, OH Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 63°F / Low 41°F6" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

5 species
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

April Weather in Columbus Grove

63°F
Avg High
41°F
Avg Low
6"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

3 Guides Near Columbus Grove

No guides are based in Columbus Grove, but these guides operate nearby.

Briarwood Sporting Club - Briarwood Sporting Club
Briarwood Sporting Club

Briarwood Sporting Club

4.9(123)Top Rated

Briarwood Sporting Club is regarded as the best whitetail hunting outfitter, fishing club, and outdoor destination in Ohio!

Bellefontaine, Ohio
Mrtwistercharters - Mrtwistercharters
Mrtwistercharters

Mrtwistercharters

2.6(5)

Captain Sib provides an up to date Lake Erie fish species seasonality calendar, use this helpful info to learn about the best time to fish Lake Erie for Walleye, Perch & more.

freshwaterWalleyePerch
Portage, Ohio
Reef Robber Charter Service - Reef Robber Charter Service
Reef Robber Charter Service

Reef Robber Charter Service

Napoleon, Ohio

Reef Robber Charters has a Commodore Perry Inn right across the street, which offers a special fishing rate. Click to book a room with them, and contact us today to book a charter with us!

inshore
Napoleon, Ohio
$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
1 / 2

Walleye

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Rainbow Trout

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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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 freshwater / inshore Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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.

Buy License Online — Ohio

Species Regulations

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.

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.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

In some areas, trout fishing may be restricted to specific seasons or require a trout permit.

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.

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