Erie County · stream · order 5 river · ~233 cfs typical
Vermilion River
Stocked 10× since 2016 · ODNR Division of Wildlife
Vermilion River is a stream in Erie County, Ohio, stocked with Steelhead — 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
Mostly clear
82°
67°
13 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
86°
69°
10 mph
2%
Sat
Drizzle
83°
69°
10 mph
74%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Steelhead | 50,021 | ||
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Steelhead | 50,024 | ||
| — 2023 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Steelhead | 55,000 | ||
| — 2022 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Steelhead | 58,954 | ||
| — 2021 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Steelhead | 65,453 | ||
| — 2020 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Steelhead | 64,546 | ||
| — 2019 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Steelhead | 73,645 | ||
| — 2018 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Steelhead | 63,203 | ||
| — 2017 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Steelhead | 55,087 | ||
| — 2016 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Steelhead | 56,045 | ||
When does Vermilion River get stocked?
Going by 10 records since 2016, stocking here peaks in January.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Erie Lagoon0.1 mi
- Ontario Lagoon0.2 mi
- Superior Lagoon0.3 mi
- Huron Lagoon0.4 mi
- Lake Haven Estates Reservoir3.4 mi
- Quarry Creek5.0 mi
- East Fork Vermilion River7.4 mi
- Beaver Creek5.8 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.
Vermilion River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Vermilion River?+
Vermilion River is stocked with Steelhead in Erie County, Ohio, most recently on Jan 1, 2025 by ODNR Division of Wildlife. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Vermilion River get stocked?+
Going by 10 records since 2016, stocking at Vermilion River peaks in January. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Vermilion River?+
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 Vermilion River?+
Vermilion River is a stream in Erie 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.