Welcome to the Ohio Fishing Regulations

Ohio Free Fishing Days

On June 14 and 15, 2025, all Ohio residents are invited to experience Ohio’s fantastic public fishing opportunities without purchasing a license. All size and daily limits apply during these two days.

Fishing Regulation Changes

• The 15-inch minimum length requirement for walleye, saugeye, and sauger was removed on Acton Lake, Alum Creek Lake, Atwood Lake, Buckeye Lake, Caesar Creek Lake, Ferguson Reservoir, Findlay Reservoir 1, Findlay Reservoir 2, Indian Lake, Metzger Reservoir, Piedmont Lake, Pleasant Hill Lake, Rocky Fork Lake, Seneca Lake, and Tappan Lake.
• A 15-inch minimum length requirement for walleye, saugeye, and sauger was established at Mosquito Creek Lake and LaDue Reservoir.