Spring Lake, Ohio: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Spring Lake is one of the Guernsey County waters in Ohio. Land around it is farm and woodlot. Small at around 9 acres: two anglers spread out cover most of it. Cambridge lies 4 miles from the water. Beyond it, New Concord at 5.2 miles and Byesville at 5.4 miles. A county boundary sits nearby, which can matter for local access rules.

• Where to Fish on Spring Lake

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. Draw-down through summer strips the margins, so follow the water out. Points where the flooded channel swings in are the reliable ones. Across Guernsey County, recorded fish include green sunfish, white sucker, bluegill, greenside darter and johnny darter. Records at county level tell you what is around, not what is stocked here. Treat Spring Lake as a water to read rather than to cover.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warmest month averages 72°F, the coldest about 28°F. Fishing continues through most of the calendar, with quiet spells rather than closures. Hard water here is never dependable, so check for yourself before stepping out. Late winter often fishes better here than midsummer does. The season on Spring Lake rarely departs from it.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access status is simply unknown for this water. Public mapping records no formal access here, so plan for a walk and soft ground. Bluegill and other panfish take small jigs or worms under a float near any cover. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Access can change hands, so last year's answer may not hold. If the gate is shut, Luburgh Lake at 0.5 miles is the nearest alternative. Confirm access to Spring Lake locally before you travel.