Franklin County · reservoir
Griggs Reservoir
Stocked 17× since 2016 · ODNR Division of Wildlife
Griggs Reservoir is a reservoir in Franklin County, Ohio, stocked with Channel Catfish, Hybrid Striped Bass and Saugeye — most recently on Jan 1, 2025. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from ODNR Division of Wildlife; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
87°
63°
7 mph
1%
Sat
Rain
84°
68°
16 mph
85%
Sun
Drizzle
78°
68°
11 mph
85%
↘ pressure fallingFalling pressure ahead of a front often turns the bite on.
Stocking ledger
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 5,117 | ||
| Jan 1 | Saugeye | 39,664 | ||
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 19,384 | ||
| Jan 1 | Saugeye | 47,202 | ||
| — 2023 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 38,700 | ||
| Jan 1 | Saugeye | 39,009 | ||
| — 2022 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 10,407 | ||
| Jan 1 | Saugeye | 39,069 | ||
| — 2021 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Saugeye | 38,750 | ||
| — 2020 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 21,332 | ||
| Jan 1 | Saugeye | 61,521 | ||
| — 2018 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 19,670 | ||
| Jan 1 | Saugeye | 60,164 | ||
| — 2017 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Saugeye | 80,949 | ||
| — 2016 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Channel Catfish | 22,592 | ||
| Jan 1 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 20,480 | ||
| Jan 1 | Saugeye | 54,384 | ||
When does Griggs Reservoir get stocked?
Going by 17 records since 2016, stocking here peaks in January.
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Nearby waters
- Ohio State University Golf Course Lake2.3 mi
- Fifth Avenue Low Head Reservoir4.1 mi
- Brookside Country Club Lake5.4 mi
- Mirror Lake4.4 mi
- Indian Run6.1 mi
- South Fork Indian Run6.1 mi
- Olentangy River5.4 mi
- Rich Street Low Head Reservoir6.1 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official OH regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Griggs Reservoir fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Griggs Reservoir?+
Griggs Reservoir is stocked with Channel Catfish, Hybrid Striped Bass and Saugeye in Franklin County, Ohio, most recently on Jan 1, 2025 by ODNR Division of Wildlife. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Griggs Reservoir get stocked?+
Going by 17 records since 2016, stocking at Griggs Reservoir peaks in January. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Griggs Reservoir?+
Yes — Ohio requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Griggs Reservoir?+
Griggs Reservoir is a reservoir in Franklin County, Ohio. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: ODNR Division of Wildlife · updated Jan 1, 2025 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.