Best Fishing Spots in Cleveland Metroparks
Wallace Lake, Mill Stream Run Reservation
Wallace Lake is a good spot for first time anglers to cast a line and catch their first bluegill. This lake is also a great option for winter or early spring fishing when it is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, brook trout and tiger trout.
Ohio & Erie Canal, Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation
Head down the All Purpose Trail to the Towpath along the Canal for some fishing and an enjoyable view of the Ohio & Erie Canal. Stocked farm raised channel catfish and rainbow trout are the fishing highlights here.
Cuyahoga River, Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation, Bedford Reservation, Brecksville Reservation
Cleveland Metroparks features several popular access spots to the Cuyahoga River across three reservations. Steelhead are newly stocked in this river, but it is also home to smallmouth bass.
Lake Erie, Lakefront Reservation
Lake Erie offers many opportunities and has something for every angler. From the amazing walleye fishing to yellow perch as well as mix of freshwater drum, white perch, rock bass and channel catfish in the summer. This is truly a great lake.
E55th Street Marina, Lakefront Reservation
The Marina is an exciting place to fish and offers everything from steelhead, walleye and yellow perch in fall and spring to freshwater drum and white perch in summer. Rock bass and bluegill are also common catches.
Rocky River Main Branch, Rocky River Reservation
A popular river in Northeast Ohio where anglers can pursue steelhead from fall to spring. Several access points are located along Valley Parkway – just look for the many anglers along the riverbank.
Ledge Lake, Hinckley Reservation
Ledge Lake is a great place to fish for catfish in summer and trout in winter and spring. As one of the many lakes stocked by Cleveland Metroparks, it's perfect for a day of family fishing with easy access for both young and senior anglers.
Chagrin River, North and South Chagrin Reservations
The Chagrin River has many access points in Cleveland Metroparks and is a great spot from fall to spring to target steelhead. Anglers can try for a smallmouth bass as well.
Strawberry Pond, North Chagrin Reservation
Strawberry Pond is another family-friendly fishing spot with sunfish and largemouth bass. The quiet setting is perfect for a relaxing day of fishing.
Shadow Lake, South Chagrin Reservation
This lake is stocked with trout in the winter and spring and catfish in the summer to entice anglers. Resident largemouth bass and panfish are also fun to catch at this relaxing and scenic lake.