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FISHING IN SANDUSKY COUNTY
The Sandusky River in Fremont, Ohio, as well as several other area reservoirs and bodies of water offer numerous fishing opportunities. While the spring run is our most popular fishing opportunity, good fishing can be had all year long throughout the county. With our many parks and public access areas, Sandusky County is truly an anglers paradise.
Sport fishermen for generations have been flocking to the Sandusky River, each spring to take part in the walleye and white bass spring run fishing phenomenon. This year, make it your new tradition. The spring run is known for producing some of the largest walleye taken from Lake Erie each year. The most consistent success on spring walleye usually occurs in the deep pools that line the Sandusky River between the State Street and Miles Newton Bridges in Fremont. Favorite gear for landing these thrashing lunkers among the rocks is a medium-weight spinning rod and ten-pound-test line. From March 1 through May 1, lures are restricted to those with single hooks, so lead head jigs in a variety of weights and bright colors are the universal favorite. The actual start date is triggered by water temperature so dates may vary. For fishing conditions and regulations, visit: http://wildlife.ohiodnr.gov
Fremont Current Weather Conditions
Sandusky River
Top 3 Spring Run Locations
PUBLIC FISHING ACCESS LOCATION 1
MILES NEWTON (DOWNTOWN)
Sandusky River Current Conditions
Above is a map to our downtown Fremont access parking area to use during the spring run. Parking is FREE but is first come first serve! Other parking can be found in the downtown Fremont business district.
PUBLIC FISHING ACCESS LOCATION 2
SAND DOCKS
The Sand Dock at the end of North Street and Sand Road is located on the river behind the Sewer Water Treatment Plant and has a public boat ramp and plenty of easy access to the river bank. Ideal for those with decreased mobility or a handicap that would like to fish, but cannot easily make their way down the rocky floodwall downtown.
PUBLIC FISHING ACCESS LOCATION 3
Darr-Root Fishing Access
Ohio Department of Natural Resources, in collaboration with county and city officials, opened Fremont’s first public boat ramp on the Sandusky River offered by ODNR, which is being called “Darr-Root Fishing Access.” Darr-Root Fishing Access is at 201 Walnut St. in Fremont, The locations has plenty of truck and trailer parking and easy access to the river.
Additional Information and Maps
Fishing in Sandusky County is known to be some of the best in the state of Ohio. From Walleye and White Bass Fishing on the Sandusky River to fly fishing at mull covered bridge, the fishing opportunities and plentiful. Please be sure to purchase your fishing license and verify that you are following all State ODNR rules and regulations BEFORE you fish. For rules and regulations visit: wildlife.ohiodnr.gov
Fremont is located:
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20 minutes from the Lake Erie Island Ferry in Downtown Port Clinton
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40 minutes to Cedar Point Amusement Park
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45 minutes from downtown Toledo
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82 minutes from downtown Cleveland
Downloadable PDF Information Sheet about Fishing Locations
712 North Street, Fremont, Ohio 43420 | 419-332-4470 or toll free 800-255-8070 | Fax 419-332-4359