Maumee River
Maumee River
- Boat Ramps
- 13
- Access Points
- 17
- Species
- 35
The Maumee River, one of Ohio's longest rivers, stretches over 137 miles from Fort Wayne, Indiana, through northwestern Ohio, before emptying into Lake Erie at Toledo. This diverse waterway offers exceptional fishing opportunities with varied habitats including tranquil pools, swift rapids, and lush wetlands. The river features a scenic route through picturesque landscapes with lush greenery and serene surroundings, making it a premier fishing destination for anglers of all skill levels. With peak fishing seasons in spring and fall, the Maumee River has become famous for its annual walleye run that attracts fishing enthusiasts from across the region.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Maumee River and what's needed to catch them.
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Largemouth Bass
Micropterus salmoides
Smallmouth Bass
Micropterus dolomieu
Northern Pike
Esox lucius
Walleye
Sander vitreus
Black Crappie
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Bigmouth Buffalo
Ictiobus cyprinellus
Black Bullhead
Ameiurus melas
Bluegill Sunfish
Lepomis macrochirus
Channel Catfish
Ictalurus punctatus
Common Carp
Cyprinus carpio
Flathead Catfish
Pylodictis olivaris
Freshwater Drum
Aplodinotus grunniens
Golden Redhorse
Moxostoma erythrurum
Grass Pickerel
Esox americanus
Green Sunfish
Lepomis cyanellus
Longear Sunfish
Lepomis megalotis
Longnose Gar
Lepisosteus osseus
Northern Hogsucker
Hypentelium nigricans
Orangespotted Sunfish
Lepomis humilis
Pumpkinseed
Lepomis gibbosus
Quillback Carpsucker
Carpiodes cyprinus
Rock Bass
Ambloplites rupestris
Sauger
Sander canadensis
Shorthead Redhorse Sucker
Moxostoma macrolepidotum
Silver Redhorse
Moxostoma anisurum
Smallmouth Buffalo
Ictiobus bubalus
Spotted Gar
Lepisosteus oculatus
Spotted Sucker
Minytrema melanops
Steelhead
Warmouth Sunfish
Lepomis gulosus
White Bass
Morone chrysops
White Crappie
Pomoxis annularis
White Perch
Morone americana
White Sucker
Catostomus commersonii
Yellow Perch
Perca flavescens
Fish stocking schedule
Latest 5 stockings
- Lake Sturgeon1,505 fish · FingerlingsSep 29, 2026
- Lake Sturgeon20 fish · FingerlingsOct 7, 2025
- Lake Sturgeon1,510 fish · FingerlingsOct 7, 2025
- Lake Sturgeon1,491 fish · FingerlingsOct 12, 2024
- Lake Sturgeon100 fish · FingerlingsOct 2, 2024
Source
Great Lakes Fishery Commission
Updated Nov 13, 2026. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.
Open stocking page, opens in new tabFishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Maumee River. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Know where you can legally fish on Maumee River
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
Indiana licenses and regulations
Indiana Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
Indiana Fishing License
Non-resident youth age 17 or younger are exempt from a fishing license, state migratory waterfowl stamp, and gamebird habitat stamp.
Indiana Fishing Regulations
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
Indiana Stream Access Laws
Public recreation and boating are allowed on all navigable, state-owned waters/riverbeds. That determination, however, can be difficult to ascertain. We recommend consulting a stream roster on indiana.gov
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- Maumee River Public Fishing Site Boat Ramp
- Maumee River Canoe Launch
- Maumee River Hand Boat Launch
- Maumee River Canoe Launch
- Maumee River Canoe Launch
- North River Road Trailhead and Boat Boat Ramp
- Maumee River Canoe Launch
- Meyerholtz Wildlife Area Boat Ramp
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- Pontiac Park Boat Ramp
- Side Cut Metro Park - I 475 Access / Siegert Lake Boat Ramp
- Orleans Park Boat Ramp
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