The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Dillon Lake
Muskingum County, Ohio · about 1,220 acres (1.9 sq mi)
Calm this morning.
About Dillon Lake
In Muskingum County, Ohio, Dillon Lake covers about 1,220 acres.
It stretches about 3.3 miles end to end with roughly 15.9 miles of shoreline. At about 740 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. North Zanesville lies about 4.2 miles to the east.
- Size
- About 1,220 acres (1.9 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 15.9 miles
- End to end
- About 3.3 miles
- Elevation
- About 740 ft
- County
- Muskingum County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise
- 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 8 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise · wind 6 mph
- 3:30 pm – 5:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 9 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Expect the usual Ohio mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake.
- Largemouth bass
- Crappie
- Bluegill and sunfish
- Catfish
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
5 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
No clear view of the ice yet
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:11 am · sunset 5:13 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Dillon Lake
- North Zanesvilleabout 4.2 mi east
- Zanesvilleabout 5.1 mi southeast
- Frazeysburgabout 5.5 mi north
- Hanoverabout 7 mi northwest
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Questions about Dillon Lake
What fish are in Dillon Lake?
Lakes like Dillon Lake usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Dillon Lake?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Dillon Lake?
About 1,220 acres, with about 15.9 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Dillon Lake?
North Zanesville is about 4.2 miles east; Zanesville is about 5.1 miles southeast.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Dillon Lake?
Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.
Dillon Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
