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 2 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Lake Rockwell
Portage County, Ohio · about 710 acres (1.1 sq mi)
Calm this morning.
About Lake Rockwell
In Portage County, Ohio, Lake Rockwell covers about 710 acres.
It stretches about 2.8 miles end to end and its shoreline adds up to about 10.2 miles. At about 1,050 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. Kent is about 2.3 miles southwest. The closest city is Akron, about 12 miles away.
- Size
- About 710 acres (1.1 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 10.2 miles
- End to end
- About 2.8 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,050 ft
- County
- Portage 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 10 mph
Saturday Fair
- 3:30 pm – 5:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 12 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
2 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 5:07 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lake Rockwell
- Kentabout 2.3 mi southwest
- Streetsboroabout 2.7 mi northwest
- Ravennaabout 3.5 mi southeast
- Brimfieldabout 5.4 mi south
- Akronnearest city, about 12 mi southwest
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Questions about Lake Rockwell
What fish are in Lake Rockwell?
Lakes like Lake Rockwell usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lake Rockwell?
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 Lake Rockwell?
About 710 acres, with about 10.2 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lake Rockwell?
Kent is about 2.3 miles southwest; Streetsboro is about 2.7 miles northwest.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Lake Rockwell?
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.
Lake Rockwell on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
