Mogadore Reservoir was constructed in 1939 within the valley of the Little Cuyahoga River in Portage County, Ohio and is owned and operated by the city of Akron. The fish populations in Mogadore Reservoir are managed by the Ohio Division of Wildlife. The reservoir has 1,104 acres of boating and fishing water with a maximum depth of 24 feet defined by a 27 mile shoreline.

Fishing

Mogadore Reservoir provides excellent fishing throughout the year. Fishing from shore is somewhat limited, but the entire reservoir is available for boat fishing.

Fish species that are found in Mogadore Reservoir include largemouth bass, red ear sunfish, bluegill, black and white crappie, yellow perch, channel catfish, and brown bullhead. Channel catfish are stocked during odd-numbered years by the Division of Wildlife.

Ice fishing is very popular at this reservoir. Most of the fish caught ice fishing tend to be bluegill, crappie, and perch.

Anglers who catch a big fish should enter their prize in the Fish Ohio angler recognition program. A fish qualifies for an award if it meets the minimum size requirement set for the Fish Ohio program. Applications are available online at FishOhio.org.

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     Coordinates:
41.0570N -81.3798W
Map It:
Lake Type:
Reservoir
Surface Area:
1,104 acres
Maximum Depth:
24 ft
Elevation:
1,090 ft
Normal Water Clarity:
1 - 2 ft
Major City:
Cleveland
Airport:
Akron-Canton

Boats are allowed on Mogadore Reservoir, but they must be propelled by electric motors only. Three modern boat launches are distributed along each third of the lake. Please check out the Lake Resource Guide for boating services and rentals in the area.

• Ohio Fishing Licenses
• Ohio 2012 Statewide Limits and Regulations
• Ohio Fish Consumption Advisories
• Ohio Department of Natural Resources