Hickory Hills Lake, Ohio: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Highland County in Ohio is where Hickory Hills Lake sits. This is farm and woodlot ground. The water covers some 48 acres, so pick a bank rather than trying to cover it all. Supplies mean a trip to Hillsboro, 12 miles off. The big place round here is Columbus, 58 miles distant. This one sits near enough to a boundary to be worth checking.

• Where to Fish on Hickory Hills Lake

  Depth is not on record here, which means reading the ground instead. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Across Highland County, recorded fish include rainbow darter, bluegill, greenside darter and green sunfish. County data is a starting point rather than a guarantee. The near bank of Hickory Hills Lake is often the one people ignore.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The seasonal spread runs 28°F to 73°F. The swings are modest, so patterns change slowly. It should never be assumed safe, whatever the month says. The hot months push the fishing to dawn and dusk. It holds true on Hickory Hills Lake more years than not. Nights draw in quickly late in the season, so plan the walk back.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access status is simply unknown for this water. Access points are not mapped for this water, which suits people who like quiet. For the panfish, a small hook, a float and a piece of worm outfish everything fancy. Bank access can be seasonal on ground like this. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. The nearest alternative is Rocky Fork Beach, 4.5 miles out. Check the current arrangement for Hickory Hills Lake.