Sunset Hill Estate Lake Fishing in Franklin County, Ohio

• Overview

  Sunset Hill Estate Lake is listed under Franklin County, Ohio. Elevation runs to 856 feet. The water measures roughly 13 acres, so nothing here is far from anything else. Some 6.3 miles away sits Commercial Point, the nearest settlement. The nearest city of size is Columbus, 15 miles away. Two sets of local rules meet not far from this water.

• Where to Fish on Sunset Hill Estate Lake

  Depth figures are not published for this one. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Draw-down through summer strips the margins, so follow the water out. County-wide records name rainbow darter, greenside darter and bluebreast darter. County records show what lives in the area; the local agency holds the water-by-water list. Work Sunset Hill Estate Lake in sections rather than trying to cover it.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Temperature averages peak at 73°F in July and bottom out at 27°F in January. The year gives four workable seasons without severe ends. Some winters give nothing at all, so plan for open water. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. It sets the rhythm of the year at Sunset Hill Estate Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  We hold no note on access for this one. Willoughby Preserve takes in this water; protected-area rules will apply. 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 ground is open by custom rather than by right, so tread carefully. Should this one be busy, Clark Lakes Pond One is 0.8 miles off. Signs at Sunset Hill Estate Lake carry more weight than any list.