Common Carp in Ohio
Where Ohio common carp swim, what may be kept, and the record fish.
- see bookletlimit
- 50 lbrecord
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common carp in the Buckeye State, at a glance
The 2026-27 Ohio booklet sets common carp limits across no separate table.
In 1967, Judson Holton brought in the record of 50 lb from Paint Creek.
Record common carp weights from Ohio
| Division | Weight | Length | Angler | Water | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rod and reel | 50 lb | 40" | Judson Holton | Paint Creek | 1967 |
| bowfishing | 53.65 lb | 45" | Patrick Johnson | Lake Erie | 2013 |
Outdoor Writers of Ohio record fish page, retrieved October 26, 2026; ODNR biologists confirm the species of a new record.
Camera views of fishing water by Common Carp
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Ohio common carp: what anglers keep asking
Is a common carp keeper allowed in Ohio?
The 2026-27 booklet gives it no limit row.
How big is the Ohio record common carp?
50 lb from Paint Creek, caught by Judson Holton in 1967.
Where do common carp live in Ohio?
It is not on an Ohio water page yet.
How many common carp has Ohio stocked?
It does not appear in the stocking records.
How does Lake Erie treat common carp?
Lake Erie sets no special rule for it.
Is the Ohio common carp season open now?
Ohio prints no season for it, so it is open all year.
Does an Ohio common carp angler need a trout stamp?
Anglers 16 and older need an Ohio fishing license: $25.00 a year for residents, $76.96 for nonresidents and $10.00 for residents 65 and older.
Is common carp regulated on the Ohio River?
Neither Ohio River unit lists it.
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The pages above carry launches and limits.