O'Shaughnessy Reservoir
O'Shaughnessy Reservoir is a Columbus water supply lake on the Scioto River, about 9 miles northwest of downtown in Delaware County. It is known for crappie, largemouth bass and stocked saugeye.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Crappie
Has a special limit of 30 with a 9 inch minimum.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Saugeye
Stocked by the Division of Wildlife.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
Boat launches
7 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Twin Lakes areaRampParking and boat ramps off State Route 257.Directions ↗
- Home Road accessPublicPublic access off State Route 257.Directions ↗
- 3BellepointRampParking and boat facilities off State Route 257.Directions ↗
- 4Marina and LaunchMarinaLaunch with dock or marina, 7690 Riverside Drive, Concord Township. (614) 645-3337.Directions ↗
- 5Two Lakes WestRampPublic boat launch, 9280 Dublin Road, Shawnee Hills. (614) 645-1721.Directions ↗
- 6Midpoint LaunchRampPublic boat launch, 8260 Riverside Drive, Concord Township. No horsepower limit. (614) 645-1721.Directions ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the ODNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Special rules for this lake, confirmed from official state regulations. Minimum size and daily limit.
| Species | Min size | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|
| Crappie Black and white crappie, singly or combined. | 9 in | 30 |
Other species in this lake: look up the limits at Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
Closest shops to the lake and its boat launches. Call ahead for live bait and hours.
- Liberty Bait and TackleNearby122 E Olentangy St, Powell, OH 43065(614) 505-6342Directions ↗
Local tips
- Depths pass 40 feet near the dam, so fish deeper water there in summer heat.
- Boats over 22 feet are not allowed.
- Check Ohio Department of Health water advisories before you go.
View on interactive map
Zoom and pan on a street, satellite or terrain map. Red pins are boat launches; blue pins are bait shops nearby.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.