Findlay Reservoir #2

Hancock County, Ohio

Findlay Reservoir #2 is the largest upground reservoir in Ohio, southeast of Findlay in Hancock County. It is known for yellow perch, bass and white bass.

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Surface area645 acres

Max depth33 ft

Shoreline—

Boat motors9.9 hp maximum

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.

Smallmouth Bass●●●○○

Rock, gravel and points. Tubes, jerkbaits and drop-shots.

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.

1West side double rampRamp
Double-lane concrete ramp with docks, plus a floating fishing pier and accessible parking. Restrooms at the ramp.Directions ↗
Perimeter parkingPublic
Several parking areas around the reservoir for bank fishing.Directions ↗
More public accessPublic
See the ODNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Findlay Reservoir #2 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 ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

Gas outboards are allowed here, up to 9.9 hp.
The reservoir averages 24 feet deep and tops out near 33 feet.
Perch are a popular target, so fish near the dike and the piers.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.