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East Fork Wildlife Area - Hunting index

Location

East Fork Wildlife Area is on the southeast edge of Williamsburg. Access to the north side of the lake is from State Route 32 between Batavia and Williamsburg. Access to the south side is from State Route 125 near Bantam. The wildlife area may be reached from roads off State Route 133, east of the area, and Old State Route 32 west of Williamsburg. The 2,705-acre wildlife area lies at the northeast edge of East Fork Lake, where the east fork of the Little Miami River flows into the lake.

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Fish & Wildlife

Hunting is best for gray squirrels in the larger stands of mature woodland and for fox squirrels in the smaller woodlots, along the streams, and in woody fencerows. Rabbits and woodchucks are most numerous along fencerows and woodland borders. Deer are found throughout the area. Waterfowl hunting is available on the lake and the streams flowing into the lake.

Crappies and bluegills are taken around brush and in tops of fallen trees throughout the lake. Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are taken along the shoreline, around stumps and logs, and around old road beds.

Public Facilities

A dog training ground is situated south of Williamsburg-Bantam Road and parking areas are distributed throughout the wildlife area. Six boat ramps, a camping area, picnic facilities, restroom facilities, and drinking water are located around the lake.

More Information

Further information may be obtained from the Wildlife District Five Office, 1076 Old Springfield Pike, Xenia, Ohio 45385; Phone (937) 372-9261. Or contact Indian Creek Wildlife Area, 4258 Snowhill Road, Fayetteville. Ohio 45118; Phone (513) 875-2111.