Mosquito Creek Lake (Trumbull)

Mosquito Creek Lake in Trumbull County, Ohio

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Mosquito Creek Lake is a 7,850-acre man-made reservoir in Trumbull County, northeastern Ohio, making it the second-largest inland lake in the state. Completed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in April 1944, the lake was created primarily for flood control and streamflow regulation as part of the Flood Control Act of 1938, providing protection for the upper Ohio River, Beaver River, and Mahoning River valley. Fed by Mosquito Creek and Walnut Creek, the reservoir features 40 miles of scenic shoreline and is bisected by the Ohio State Route 88 causeway, which divides the lake into distinct regions. The lake's depth varies significantly by location and season, averaging 8-15 feet overall, with the southern end near the dam reaching depths of 20-25 feet, while the shallow northern end averages just 4-10 feet. Located approximately 6 miles northeast of Warren and near the city of Cortland, the lake sits within a drainage area of 97.4 square miles and features a unique natural spillway system that can reverse outflow into the Grand River during high water conditions.

Mosquito Creek Lake is renowned as one of Ohio's premier fishing destinations, hosting multiple professional bass tournaments and earning national recognition for its exceptional Walleye and Crappie fishing. The lake supports diverse fish populations including Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Bluegill, White and Black Crappie, White Bass, Channel Catfish, Flathead Catfish, Yellow Perch, and Ring Perch. The southern portion of the lake, which includes Mosquito Lake State Park operated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, offers extensive recreational facilities including multiple boat ramps, full-service marina, camping with over 200 sites, picnic areas, hiking trails, and dock and watercraft rentals. With no horsepower restrictions on boats (though a 10 mph speed limit applies north of the causeway), the lake is ideal for all water sports including fishing, boating, water skiing, and kayaking. The northern section serves as a designated wildlife refuge where boating and fishing are prohibited, making it an excellent destination for bird watching and observing migratory waterfowl. The presence of invasive Zebra mussels has increased water clarity, allowing aquatic vegetation to thrive and creating excellent fish habitat throughout the reservoir.

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