Wakesurf Spot · Ohio
Pleasant Hill Reservoir
A 2,600-acre reservoir in Richland County, Ohio — large enough for wake boating where local rules allow.
Pleasant Hill Reservoir sits in Richland County, Ohio that covers about 2,600 acres. That surface area is generous enough to fit a wake-boat setup where local rules allow.
No public access point is listed, so confirm how (and whether) you can legally launch.
Pleasant Hill Reservoir appears here on the strength of its size and public access, not any reputation for surfing. Wake-boat regulation varies by state and by individual lake, so verify the Ohio rules and the local ordinance first.
Source: Ohio DNR — Lakes. Specifications reflect published figures and can change by model year — verify before purchase.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pleasant Hill Reservoir is a warm-weather wakesurf spot — plan around local water and air temperatures, and ride early for the calmest water.
Pleasant Hill Reservoir covers roughly 2,600 acres, giving it room for a wake-boat setup when conditions cooperate. Public access varies — confirm a launch before you go. Ohio sets statewide wakesurf rules, and individual lakes often add no-wake zones, hours, or horsepower limits — check the Ohio rules page and the local ordinance before launching. Ohio: Local/lake-specific rules only. Always confirm the current local rules before launching.