How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Chillicothe, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Chillicothe, Ohio offers diverse freshwater fishing on the Scioto River, Paint Creek, and nearby reservoirs, giving anglers access to quality bass, saugeye, catfish, and panfish action. From wading current seams downtown to working flooded timber on area lakes, Chillicothe fishing blends urban access with classic southern Ohio river and reservoir angling opportunities. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:366,200 kmProximity:92.7 %
Moon Phases for Chillicothe
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minor Time:02:32 am - 04:32 am
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major Time:10:03 am - 12:03 pm
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minor Time:05:34 pm - 07:34 pm
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major Time:10:23 pm - 12:23 am
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview Chillicothe
Fishing around Chillicothe, Ohio centers on the Scioto River, Paint Creek, and nearby reservoirs like Paint Creek Lake and Ross Lake. This mix of flowing water and impoundments creates year-round opportunities for bass, saugeye, catfish, and panfish within a short drive of town. Understanding seasonal movements and matching your approach to each habitat is the key to consistent success.
Spring is prime time across the region. As water temps climb into the 50s, saugeye and walleye stack below riffles, dams, and deeper bends on the Scioto and Paint Creek. Jigs tipped with soft plastics or minnows, worked slowly along the bottom, are staples. Largemouth and smallmouth bass push shallow into gravelly pockets, eddies, and riprap banks; 1/4 oz jig-and-craw combos, small spinnerbaits, and suspending jerkbaits produce well in slightly stained water. Crappie school around brush, standing timber, and submerged laydowns on Paint Creek Lake and Ross Lake—pitch small tube jigs or live minnows under fixed bobbers to cover tight spots.
Summer patterns split between low-light feeding windows and deeper structure. On the Scioto near Chillicothe, smallmouth bass relate to current breaks, boulders, and bridge pilings. Early and late, work topwaters like small poppers and walking baits through riffle tails and along current seams. As the sun gets high, switch to finesse—ned rigs, 3" grubs, and compact jigs dragged through deeper runs. On area lakes, largemouth bass slide to creek channels, points, and outside weedlines; deep-diving crankbaits, Carolina rigs, and big worms shine. Night fishing is highly effective for channel and flathead catfish—target outside bends, holes, and riprap with cut shad or live bait on slip-sinker rigs.
By fall, cooling water pushes baitfish shallow again, firing up both river and lake fish. White bass and hybrid striped bass chase shad in open water on Paint Creek Lake—watch for surface activity and cast small spoons, swimbaits, or inline spinners into busting schools. Bass feed aggressively along wind-blown banks; squarebill crankbaits and spinnerbaits that deflect off rock and wood can trigger reaction strikes. Crappie start stacking on vertical structure such as standing timber and deeper brush piles—use vertical presentations with small jigs and keep your bait just above fish marked on electronics.
Winter concentrates fish in the deepest, most stable water available. On the Scioto and Paint Creek, target slow pools below dams and long, gentle bends. Saugeye and walleye hit subtle jig presentations kept near bottom with minimal movement. On reservoirs, move to main-lake points and channel bends. Crappie and bluegill often suspend in the mid-depths over deeper water—tiny jigs tipped with waxworms or plastics presented slowly can keep rods bending during the coldest months.
Tactical tips for Chillicothe anglers include scaling tackle to the predominantly stained water and mixed cover. Medium spinning outfits with 8–12 lb braid to a fluorocarbon leader handle most river bass and saugeye techniques, while heavier baitcasting gear with 15–20 lb line is better for pulling largemouths and catfish from timber and rock. Focus on current edges, confluences, and man-made structure in the rivers, and on creek channels, long points, and brush in the lakes. Keeping a simple rotation of jigs, crankbaits, soft plastics, and live bait in season will cover nearly every situation around Chillicothe’s diverse fisheries.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Chillicothe area
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Chillicothe. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Lake Ellensmere - 3.27278420136km , North Fork Paint Creek - 4.35680794782km , Ross Lake Dam - 6.64120709477km , North Branch Indian Creek - 7.2725394634km , Biers Run - 7.62381501306km , Knoles Pond Dam - 8.29580790289km , Rozelle Creek - 9.59185551345km , Mad Run - 9.8822182105km , Sun Valley Lake Dam - 10.38124491695km , Rustic Acres Lake Dam - 11.26509434909km , Kinnikinnick Creek - 11.99945210916km , Chapel Creek - 12.12700596422km , Spud Run - 12.61057716795km , Plug Run - 12.82948194429km , Stewart Lake - 12.84327050729km , Stewart Lake Dam - 12.84327050729km , Blackwater Creek - 13.07648118585km , Piny Run - 13.95798232456km , South Fork Kinnikinnick Creek - 14.51470019705km , Mead Foremens Club Pond Dam - 15.15591948659km , Reeves Run - 15.29160226231km , Mine Run - 15.48016326202km , Lower Twin Creek - 15.6712685614km , Lake Hill Dam - 15.67994213787km , Upper Twin Creek - 15.92005946884km , Dresbach Creek - 16.7613086522km , Corey Run - 16.85491442089km , Oldtown Run - 17.48878256426km , Waugh Run - 17.59386417525km , Sulphur Lick - 18.1710209819km , Goshen Run - 18.58378155127km , Bluelick Run - 19.07878341832km , Scippo Creek - 19.08939318333km , Minnehan Run - 19.3606108129km , Poe Run - 19.48179865683km , Yellowbud Creek - 19.95935711849km , Sandy Bottom Creek - 19.96104334199km , Latta Run - 20.01798934514km , Proud Run - 20.57375006311km , Whisky Run - 20.7021485086km
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