Spring Valley Park Lake near Salem: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Spring Valley Park Lake lies in Columbiana County, in Ohio. It sits at 1,204 feet above sea level. The water measures roughly 9 acres, so nothing here is far from anything else. By elevation it is in the upper part of our Ohio listings. Salem sits 4.3 miles from the bank. For a city, Akron is 38 miles off. Being near a boundary, it pays to know which side you are fishing.

• Where to Fish on Spring Valley Park Lake

  Depth went unrecorded, which puts the reading back on you. Standing timber shows when the level drops, and fish sit against it. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. County-wide records name fantail darter, rainbow darter, greenside darter, banded darter and johnny darter. Read it as a county summary, not a water-by-water list. Work Spring Valley Park Lake in sections rather than trying to cover it.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-run averages give July about 71°F and January about 25°F. Mild ends to the year keep the season long. Hard water here is never dependable, so check for yourself before stepping out. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. Plan around that when you fish Spring Valley Park Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing on record says whether the bank is open or closed. Mapping shows no built access close by; expect to walk in from wherever you can leave the car. For the panfish, a small hook, a float and a piece of worm outfish everything fancy. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Some ground is open by custom rather than by right, so tread carefully. Should this one be busy, Salem Reservoir is 2.6 miles off. The position on Spring Valley Park Lake is worth confirming on the day.