Rocky Fork Lake
Rocky Fork Lake is in Highland County near Hillsboro. It is a large lake with unlimited horsepower boating and six launch ramps.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Saugeye
Points, riprap and the dam area. Jigs in cold water, crankbaits in summer.
Crappie
9 inch minimum
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
White Bass
Schools chasing shad in open water, and spring river runs.
Flathead Catfish
Fish up to 40 pounds reported
Channel Catfish
Cut bait and nightcrawlers on flats and creek mouths in the evening.
Boat launches
8 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- 1North Beach RampRamp6-lane lighted rampDirections ↗
- 2East Shore Launch RampRamp6-lane lighted rampDirections ↗
- 3Fishermans WharfRamp2-lane lighted rampDirections ↗
- 4North Beach MarinaMarinaFuel, rentals and over 700 docksDirections ↗
- 5South BeachRampPublic boat launch, Blue Ribbon Road/County Road 19, Hillsboro. No horsepower limit. (937) 393-4284.Directions ↗
- 6Campground RampRampLaunch with dock or marina, North Shore Drive at the camp grounds, Hillsboro. No horsepower limit. (937) 393-4250.Directions ↗
- 7East Shore MarinaMarinaLaunch with dock or marina, Lucas Lane off County Road 51, Hillsboro. No horsepower limit. (937) 393-4284.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.
- Bayview Bait & TackleNearby11104 N Shore Dr, Hillsboro, OH 45133(937) 393-3119Directions ↗
Local tips
- Keep crappie 9 inches or longer, up to 30 a day.
- Use the lighted ramps for early or late launches.
- Bayview Bait & Tackle is next to the North Shore ramps.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.