Fishing Lake Chateau in Medina County, Ohio

• Overview

  Lake Chateau is a Medina County water, Ohio side. The surface lies 1,083 feet up. About 4 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. It is one of the smaller waters we list in Medina County. Head to Brunswick, 1.7 miles away, for anything you forgot. The nearest city of size is Akron, 19 miles away. Two sets of local rules meet not far from this water.

• Where to Fish on Lake Chateau

  No depth figure appears in our records, so the bank has to tell you. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Survey and observation records for Medina County include bluegill, johnny darter, rainbow darter, fantail darter and white sucker. The county figures include rivers and lakes alike. Take Lake Chateau a stretch at a time.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Seasonal averages run from 25°F in January up to 72°F in July. The year runs cold to warm and back, with clear transitions. Ice is part of the season here, ending near late March. Ice usually gives way near late March, and forms again about late December. September and October fish steadily right up to the freeze. It holds true on Lake Chateau more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. Access points are not mapped for this water, which suits people who like quiet. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Where a permit is needed, the nearest town usually sells it. Where parking is tight, arriving early solves most problems. Failing this one, try Carol-Jane Lake, 1.2 miles away. The position on Lake Chateau is worth confirming on the day.