Ohio · Lake fishing · Genoa Township

Hoover Reservoir

Easy
difficulty
Jun, Aug–Oct
best months

Hoover Reservoir is a lake fishing spot in Ohio, set within Hoover Reservoir Park in the Columbus area. The reservoir is managed jointly by the City of Columbus Division of Power and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. It is an easy outing for anglers. Late spring and early fall are the most comfortable times to fish. Typical averages from the nearby Westerville weather station run to highs around 75°F in May and 79°F in September, while July and August climb to the mid-80s. Several other spots lie within a short drive. Alum Creek Below Dam Area is about 4.4 miles away, and Alum Creek Lake is roughly 7.7 miles off. The Multi-Use Trail (2.25 Mi) is about 8 miles away for anyone wanting to pair fishing with a walk.

  • Best time to go · Jun, Aug–Oct

    Best time to visit Hoover Reservoir

    Best months: June and August–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      38° / 22°

      13 wet

    2. Feb

      42° / 24°

      11 wet

    3. Mar

      53° / 32°

      12 wet

    4. Apr

      66° / 42°

      13 wet

    5. May

      75° / 52°

      14 wet

    6. Jun

      83° / 61°

      12 wet

    7. Jul

      86° / 65°

      11 wet

    8. Aug

      85° / 63°

      10 wet

    9. Sep

      79° / 56°

      9 wet

    10. Oct

      67° / 45°

      11 wet

    11. Nov

      53° / 35°

      11 wet

    12. Dec

      42° / 27°

      13 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Westerville, OH, 4.7 mi away at 802 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

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