Findlay Reservoir #1
Findlay Reservoir #1 is a city water supply lake southeast of Findlay in Hancock County. It was built in 1950 and has about 2 miles of diked shoreline.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Yellow Perch
Schools on mud and sand flats. Great through the ice.
Walleye
Points, flats and reefs at low light. Jigs and live bait early, crankbaits and crawler harnesses in summer.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
White Bass
Schools chasing shad in open water, and spring river runs.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Channel Catfish
Cut bait and nightcrawlers on flats and creek mouths in the evening.
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Reservoir #1 boat rampRampPrimitive ramp with a floating fishing pier and accessible parking.Directions ↗
- Reservoir #2 facilitiesPublicRestrooms are at the nearby Reservoir #2 ramp.Directions ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the ODNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Findlay Reservoir #1 are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
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- This is the electric-only reservoir. Reservoir #2 next door allows up to 9.9 hp.
- There is very little aquatic vegetation, so fish the dikes and the floating pier area.
- Riverbend Recreation Area is less than a mile north if you want to camp.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.