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Ohio · Fishing
Green, Ohio sits in Summit County just south of Akron, and while it's not a destination anglers drive hours to reach, it holds a handful of quiet lake fisheries worth knowing about if you're local or passing through.
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Green, Ohio sits in Summit County just south of Akron, and while it's not a destination anglers drive hours to reach, it holds a handful of quiet lake fisheries worth knowing about if you're local or passing through. Comet Lake, Singer Lake, and Miller Lake are the three fishable waters in the area, all of them small inland lakes typical of northeast Ohio's glaciated terrain — think panfish, bass, and the occasional catfish rather than trophy trout water. These aren't wilderness spots; they're accessible, low-pressure lakes that reward early mornings and weekday visits when boat traffic and bank crowds thin out. For families getting kids into fishing or anglers looking for a relaxed half-day session without a long drive, the lakes around Green punch above their weight. Regulations fall under Ohio Division of Wildlife rules, so an Ohio fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older. Gear needs are simple — light to medium spinning tackle covers most situations here. If you're expecting a remote experience, adjust expectations accordingly, but if you want fishable water close to home, these three lakes deliver.
All three lakes are typical of small northeast Ohio impoundments, so largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and channel catfish are the most realistic targets. Carp are also present in lakes like these throughout Summit County. Don't expect trout — none of these waters appear on Ohio's designated trout or wild trout lists.
Yes. Ohio requires a valid fishing license for anyone 16 years of age or older. Licenses are available through the Ohio Division of Wildlife website or at local retailers. Make sure to check whether any of the specific lakes have additional access requirements or are on private property before you go.
Comet Lake
~2 min drive
A worthwhile stop near OH.
Portage Lakes – Turkeyfoot Lake Access
~8 min drive
Easy
Singer Lake
~3 min drive
A worthwhile stop near OH.
Miller Lake
~5 min drive
A worthwhile stop near OH.
Willowdale Lake
~5 min drive
A worthwhile stop near OH.
Rex Lake
~7 min drive
A worthwhile stop near OH.
Tweed Lake
~8 min drive
A worthwhile stop near OH.
Ohnoname 10 Reservoir
~8 min drive
A worthwhile stop near OH.
Lake Cable
~10 min drive
A worthwhile stop near OH.
Clays Park Lake
~12 min drive
A worthwhile stop near OH.
Lake James
~12 min drive
A worthwhile stop near OH.
Lake O'Pines
~14 min drive
A worthwhile stop near OH.
Early morning and the hour or two before sunset are consistently the most productive windows for bass and panfish in small Ohio lakes. Midday in summer tends to push fish deeper and slow surface activity considerably. If you're targeting catfish, after dark can be productive, but confirm whether nighttime access is permitted at your chosen lake.
Light to medium spinning tackle handles the range of species you'll encounter here. For bass, soft plastics, small crankbaits, and weedless rigs work well around any shoreline structure. For panfish and crappie, a simple bobber-and-jig setup or live worms are hard to beat. Bring a valid Ohio fishing license, a net, and a cooler if you plan to keep fish.
Late spring through early fall is the most productive stretch, with May and June being particularly good as bass move shallow to spawn and panfish are actively feeding. Summer remains fishable with adjusted timing — focus on early mornings. Ice fishing is possible on small Ohio lakes in a cold winter, but ice thickness and safety conditions vary year to year and should be verified locally before venturing out.
