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Portage Lakes State Park Beach
State park · New Franklin, Ohio
What’s swimming here?
Fish recorded within 2 km: Redear Sunfish, Gizzard Shad, Common Carp and 4 more species.
7 fish species in 9 public records within 2 km of Portage Lakes State Park Beach since 2000.
- 3 records · 2012
- Gizzard Shad Dorosoma cepedianum1 record · 2026
- 1 record · 2012
- Lake Chubsucker Erimyzon sucetta1 record · 2012
- Redfin Pickerel Esox americanus1 record · 2012
- Iowa Darter Etheostoma exile1 record · 2012
- Western Blacknose Dace Rhinichthys obtusus1 record · 2012
Non-native: the USGS Nonindigenous Aquatic Species database lists the species as introduced to the Tuscarawas watershed.
Caught one? Make it a card.Snap your catch in Reelio and collect every species. Free on iPhone.Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (GBIF dataset, iNaturalist research-grade observations, GBIF dataset). Common names: USGS NAS; GBIF.org (The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species). Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Portage Lakes State Park Beach?
- Portage Lakes State Park Beach is a state park in New Franklin, Ohio.
- Can you swim at Portage Lakes State Park Beach?
- There is no fixed answer for Portage Lakes State Park Beach: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Portage Lakes State Park Beach in New Franklin, Ohio. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
- How is Portage Lakes State Park Beach rated?
- Portage Lakes State Park Beach in New Franklin, Ohio has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 509 reviews.
- What amenities does Portage Lakes State Park Beach have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Portage Lakes State Park Beach include pet-friendly.
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- ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
- ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
- ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
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