Piedmont Lake
A long, wooded MWCD lake on State Route 22 between Cambridge and Cadiz. It produced Ohio's state-record muskellunge, and its 10 hp limit keeps it quiet. Often called the most scenic of the MWCD lakes.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Muskellunge
The state-record lake. Troll or cast big baits along the old river channel and weedy flats.
Saugeye
Main-lake points and the dam area. Jigs and minnows in cold water, trolled cranks in summer.
Crappie
Brush piles and fallen timber along the wooded banks.
Smallmouth Bass
Rocky banks and points on the lower lake. Tubes and small swimbaits.
Largemouth Bass
Upper-lake coves and shoreline wood.
Boat launches
4 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- 1Piedmont MarinaMarinaRentals, gas, food, docking. (740) 658-1029Directions ↗
- 2Reynolds Road LaunchPublicPublic ramp with a fishing pierDirections ↗
- 3Belmont Better Hunting & Fishing Club RampPublicListed as a public access rampDirections ↗
- 4Kirkwood RampRampPublic boat launch, Twp Rd. 802, Sewellsville. Motor limit: 10 HP. (330) 343-6647.Directions ↗
Size & creel limits
Special rules for this lake, confirmed from official state regulations. Minimum size and daily limit.
| Species | Min size | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|
| Crappie Black and white crappie combined; site-specific rule for Piedmont | 9 in | 30 |
Other species in this lake: look up the limits at Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
Closest shops to the lake and its boat launches. Call ahead for live bait and hours.
- 32281 Marina Rd, Freeport, OH 43973740-658-1029Directions ↗
Local tips
- The 10 hp limit keeps it calm and ideal for kayaks and small boats.
- Fall is prime for muskie. Slow down your retrieve as the water cools.
- Average depth is about 15 ft, so look for the channel swings for deeper fish.
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Zoom and pan on a street, satellite or terrain map. Red pins are boat launches.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.