Your Guide to the Best Ohio Ice Fishing
Just because the winter months are approaching doesn’t mean that hibernation is in the forecast! Look no further than Ohio for some top-notch state parks that offer a wide variety of year-round recreation. Ohio ice fishing is one winter sport that is steadily gaining popularity and lucky for you, we know some of the best spots to pursue this pastime!
Learn how to plan an incredible winter getaway at the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls when you download our free vacation guide. It’s full of information on the best attractions in the area, including the best places to go Ohio ice fishing.
Ohio Ice Fishing is Perfect for Cold Weather Fun
There are so many recreational activities that can be enjoyed in the cooler weather. Ohio ice fishing allows new and seasoned fishermen to engage in the sport year-round. Be sure to visit one of these wonderful locations and experience the natural wonder they offer!
Hocking Hills State Park
Hocking Hills State Park provides a variety of recreational opportunities in a serene, natural setting. The 2,356-acre park has towering cliffs, waterfalls and deep hemlock-shaded gorges that serve as a beautiful backdrop to fun activities and accommodations.
It’s no wonder that this is a top destination for winter recreational activities such as ice fishing. Park visitors are welcome to enjoy ice fishing under the proper conditions and with a valid Ohio fishing license.
Old Man’s Cave
Old Man’s Cave is one of the most popular attractions in the Hocking area. It provides a grand display of nature’s beauty with its Eastern Hemlocks, sheer cliffs, and waterfalls. Thousands of years of water flowing through the valley have cut away the Blackhand Sandstone and provided a trail for visitors to follow.
Open all year long, winter at Old Man’s Cave provides a robust selection of outdoor activities including ice fishing.
Lake Logan State Park
Just a 20-minute drive from our inn, Lake Logan State Park is a 318-acre day-use park that features one of the best fishing lakes in Ohio. The lake sports northern pike, bass, bluegill, crappie, catfish and saugeye. Lake Logan provides scenic picnic areas and secluded walking paths amongst the wooded beauty of Ohio’s hill country. During the winter months, visitors can enjoy ice fishing under proper conditions.
Burr Oak State Park
Located in southeast Ohio, Burr Oak State Park offers 2,593 acres of natural wonder. Situated in a quiet and remote location, the park is about an hour from our inn and is a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all types.
Burr Oak Lake is well known for catches of largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish. In the winter months the lake becomes a popular destination for ice fishing. A valid Ohio fishing license is required.
Scioto Trail State Forest
This natural gem is small, quiet, and nestled in beautiful 9,000-acre Scioto Trail State Park. The 218-acre state park is an undisturbed wooded refuge just south of Chillicothe. The ridgetops and winding forest roads offer breathtaking views of the Scioto River Valley. The beauty and remoteness of Scioto Trail offers a breathtaking escape for park visitors.
Anglers enjoy this location for its abundance of bluegill, bass, catfish, and trout. Winter sportsmen will enjoy ice fishing once the lake freezes over. A valid Ohio fishing license is required.
Come Back to the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls to Warm Up and Relax
As you plan a trip to Hocking Hills this winter, be sure to book your stay at our beautiful resort. Our comfortable geodomes, yurts, cottages, cabins are nestled deep in the woods and provide a serene escape after a day of fun ice fishing. Enjoy luxurious amenities like fireplaces and whirlpool tubs, then visit our award-winning restaurant and onsite spa. We look forward to seeing you this winter!
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