The spectacular Rocky Fork Lake, located in Highland county, west of Chillicothe provides 2,080 acres of favorable fishing waters framed by a 30-mile shoreline.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Parks and Recreation constructed Rocky Fork Lake in 1951 for public recreation. The Rocky Fork State Park offers hiking, bird watching, camping, picnicking, boating, sailing, skiing, swimming, fishing, hunting and disc golf.

Fishing

Fishing enthusiasts will delight in favorable catches of largemouth and white bass, bluegill, crappie, walleye, channel catfish, flathead catfish, carp and bullhead species.

Located on Rocky Fork Lake's southeast side is a handicapped-accessible fishing pier.

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     Coordinates:
39.1769N -83.4961W
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Lake Type:
Reservoir
Surface Area:
2,080 acres
Maximum Depth:
40 ft
Elevation:
860 ft
Normal Water Clarity:
1.5 ft
Major City:
Dayton
Airport:
Dayton

Rocky Fork Lake welcomes motorboats of all sizes as there is no horsepower limit. Specified areas are available for boat camping and swimming.

Six (6) fee-free boat launch ramps are available around the lake. The marina offers boat and dock rentals, as well as boating and fishing supplies, fuel and snacks.

• Ohio Fishing Licenses
• Ohio 2012 Statewide Limits and Regulations
• Ohio Fish Consumption Advisories
• Rocky Fork Lake State Park
• Ohio Department of Natural Resources