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Rex Lake

Rex Lake is a lake in Ohio, near Summit County.

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Fish species in Rex Lake

Rex Lake is a compact no-wake basin on the northwest side of Turkeyfoot's connected water. It suits anglers who would rather work a short shoreline carefully than join the traffic in the main ski area. The park map also marks a boat-swim area here, so fishing and swimming need room apart.

Lake facts

  • Lake size: A small basin on the northwest side of the Turkeyfoot connection
  • Fish to target: Bass and panfish in the Portage Lakes fishery
  • Depth: The fishing map includes 20-foot contours

Where to fish

Start with a small jig beside cover for panfish, then try a soft plastic along the basin edge for bass. The DNR depth map shows a central area around 20 feet, giving you a deeper option just beyond the shallows. Fish the transition first instead of assuming the center is automatically the best spot.

Getting on the water

Use a marked public ramp serving the connected Turkeyfoot water, then confirm the route into Rex. Don't confuse a boat-swim area with a trailer launch or a public bank-fishing entrance. New Ramp and its accessible fishing pier are named park facilities to locate before setting out.

A few things to know

Rex has a 400-horsepower limit but no-wake operation. The park shoreline trails nearby offer a way to stretch your legs after fishing. Respect designated swimming areas and keep hooks clear of swimmers, especially when boats gather during summer afternoons.

Check the evidence

Sources and what they establish

Source dates describe the evidence, not a live catch forecast. Check the managing authority before planning access or keeping fish.

  • Black Crappie — supporting source

    Ohio Division of Wildlife – Lake Fishing Map

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Bluegill — supporting source

    Ohio Division of Wildlife – Lake Fishing Map

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Channel Catfish — supporting source

    Ohio Division of Wildlife – Lake Fishing Map

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Common Carp — supporting source

    Ohio Division of Wildlife – Lake Fishing Map

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Largemouth Bass — supporting source

    Ohio Division of Wildlife – Lake Fishing Map

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Pumpkinseed — supporting source

    Ohio Division of Wildlife – Lake Fishing Map

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Yellow Perch — supporting source

    Ohio Division of Wildlife – Lake Fishing Map

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

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