Charles Mill Lake
Charles Mill Lake is a lake in Ohio. Anglers here fish mainly for White Bass, Bluegill and Smallmouth Bass.
Best day to fish
The bite over the next days, scored at dusk. Based on the weather forecast, so it is guidance, not guarantees.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Feeding times today
Solunar times are a traditional guide based on the moon's position, separate from the live ranking above. Local time at the spot.
Next hours
Likely catch now (17 species)
About the fishing here
Anglers here regularly land White Bass, Bluegill, Smallmouth Bass, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass and Striped Bass.
White Bass is generally most active around Apr-May. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
A state fishing license is required to fish here. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Guides for this water
Tips right now
Fishing permit
A state fishing license is required to fish here. Licenses are issued by each state:
About this water
Charles Mill is a reservoir located in central Ohio near the junction of State Routes 430 and 603. Charles Mill Lake is a quiet and enjoyable place for boating, camping, fishing, hunting, or hiking. The lake is located in both Richland County and Ashland County, with the dam located in Ashland County. This lake is located on the Black Fork of the Mohican River. Many local residents refer to Chales Mill Lake as Mifflin Lake due to its proximity to Mifflin, Ohio. The lake primarily sees local use by nearby residents who fish or boat; the marina is accessible from St. Rt. 430.
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Charles Mill Lake?
The usual catches here are White Bass, Bluegill, Smallmouth Bass, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, Brook Trout and Northern Pike.
Do you need a fishing license at Charles Mill Lake?
Yes. A state fishing license is required; see the link on this page for the state's rules.
When is the best time to fish Charles Mill Lake?
White Bass fishing is usually best around Apr-May. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
What is biting at Charles Mill Lake right now?
Right now White Bass is the most likely catch, at about 21%.