Paramount Lake near Niles: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Trumbull County, Ohio, is where Paramount Lake sits. Country round the bank runs to open valley. At roughly 19 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. Niles sits 1.7 miles from here and is the nearest stop. The nearest city of size is Akron, 38 miles away. The line between counties passes nearby, which can change who manages the water.

• Where to Fish on Paramount Lake

  Depth is not on record here, so the bank has to tell you. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. Read the surface for the wind lane, then fish the edge of it. Records held for Trumbull County cover johnny darter, fantail darter, bluegill, white sucker and green sunfish. The list covers the county rather than this water alone, so treat it as a guide. Work Paramount Lake in sections rather than trying to cover it.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Temperature averages peak at 72°F in July and bottom out at 26°F in January. Some winters cap it and some do not. Cover comes and goes, so treat it with suspicion rather than trust. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. It sets the rhythm of the year at Paramount Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing on record says whether the bank is open or closed. There is a toilet block some half a mile out. Largemouth respond to soft plastics tight to cover; go weedless where the growth is heavy. Check whether a boat is allowed before you tow one. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. The nearest alternative is Cedar Lake, 2.9 miles out. Check the position at Paramount Lake before loading the car.