Ohio is releasing 85,000 rainbow trout in area lakes and ponds. Find out where and when

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Looking to reel in some trout?

More than 85,000 rainbow trout will be released in 90 locations throughout Ohio. Releases began last week and will continue through May.

“Stockings of these public lakes and ponds are excellent opportunities for families to fish together,” the Ohio Department of Natural Resources said in a prepared statement. “Fishing for catchable-sized trout is a great way to introduce young people to the outdoors.”

Stark County locations are expected to receive rainbow trout as early as next week, with Petros Lake in Perry Township scheduled to be stocked on March 26.

Where are rainbow trout being stocked in Stark County?

Four Stark county locations are expected to be stocked with rainbow trout in the coming weeks. Here’s a look at the locations, and when rainbow trout are expected:

  • Petros Lake Park in Perry Township: March 26

  • Stadium Park in Canton: March 31

  • Monument Park in Canton: March 31

  • Lock #4 Park in Canal Fulton: April 26

Where can I get a fishing license?

Those wishing to purchase a fishing license in the state have a few options, as they are available online and at retail locations.

Licenses can be purchased at wildohio.gov, on the HuntFish OH mobile app, or at participating retail stores.

How much do fishing licenses cost?

Prices vary, but a one-year fishing license is $25 for Ohio residents.

Here’s some other options for Ohio residents looking to purchase a fishing license:

  • Three-year license: $72.11

  • Five-year license: $120.18

  • Ten-year license: $240.36

  • Lifetime license: $599.04

Does Ohio Have Free Fishing Days this year?

Yes, Ohio does have a weekend this year where you can fish without a license. This falls on June 14 and 15.

How many trout can I catch in Ohio?

The daily harvest limit for Ohio’s inland lakes is five trout per angler.

How big are the rainbow trout being stocked?

According to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, rainbow trout are raised at state fish hatcheries and measure 10 to 13 inches before the Division of Wildlife releases them.

Where are rainbow trout being stocked in Ohio?

Here’s the full list of rainbow trout stocking locations and dates this season:

  • Barnesville Reservoir #4: March 12

  • St. Clairsville Reservoir: March 12

  • Rio Grande Reservoir: March 13

  • Rush Run Wildlife Area Pond: March 17

  • Veteran’s Pond Park: March 18

  • Foundation Park: March 19

  • Lamping Homestead Lake: March 19

  • Darke Wildlife Area Pond W4F3: March 20

  • Blue Limestone Park: March 20

  • Jesse Owens Wildlife Area Pond MB165: March 20

  • Mt. Gilead Lake: March 20

  • Buckeye Park Lake: March 20

  • Englewood North Park Pond: March 21

  • Cowan Lake Youth Pond: March 22

  • Sycamore State Park Pond (small): March 25

  • Sycamore State Park Pond (large): March 25

  • Harry Wolfe Park: March 25

  • Jackson Park Lake: March 26

  • Taylorsville Poplar Creek Pond: March 27

  • Delaware State Park Pond: March 28

  • Cenci Park Lake: March 28

  • Westgate Park Pond: March 28 and April 14

  • Linden Park Pond: March 28 and April 14

  • Franklin Park Pond: March 28 and April 14

  • Schiller Park Pond: March 28 and April 23

  • Goodale Park Pond: March 28 and April 23

  • Perry County Gun Club Lake: March 28

  • Blue Heron Preserve Pond: March 31

  • Stadium Park Pond: March 31

  • Monument Park Pond: March 31

  • Westlake Recreation Center Pond: April 1

  • Swanton Waterworks Reservoir: April 1

  • Beartown Lake (Lower): April 2

  • Williams Park Pond: April 2

  • Rowland Nature Preserve Lake: April 4

  • Wingfoot Wildlife Area: April 4

  • Deer Run-Symmes Township Pond: April 12

  • Home of the Brave Park Pond: April 12

  • Rocky Fork South Beach Pond: April 12

  • Kountry Resort Campground Pond: April 12

  • Forest Hill Pond: April 16

  • Painesville Recreation Park Pond: April 16

  • East Harbor State Park Pond: April 19

  • Krumm Park Pond: April 23

  • Malabar Farm SP Inn Pond: April 25

  • Maumee Bay State Nature Center Pond: April 25

  • Ashley Upground Reservoir: April 26

  • Sleepy Hollow Park Pond: April 26

  • Yoctangee Park Lake: April 26

  • Turkey Creek Lake: April 26

  • Ohio Canal Lock #4: April 26

  • Caesar Creek Youth Pond: April 26

  • Cross Roads Industrial Ponds: May 3

  • Sunbury Upground Reservoir #2: May 3

This article originally appeared on The Repository: Rainbow trout stocking in Ohio continues through May

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