Central Ohio’s Premier Fly Fishing Club Since 1938
Since 1938, one of America’s premier fly fishing clubs, just minutes from home.
Located in Zanesfield, Ohio, just outside of Bellefontaine.
Blue-ribbon fishing for brook, brown and rainbow trout (18.5 pounds is our record).
Miles of natural, spring-fed streams and pools spread across a park-like 220 acres.
Complete, certified trout rearing and holding facilities – we raise and stock our own.
On-site kitchen and overnight lodging amenities: Clubhouse and Cushman Cottage.
For Further Information
If you are interested in learning more about Zanesfield Rod and Gun Club or would like information on applying to become a member, please visit our member page
Write to our membership manager, at
members@zanesfieldrodandgunclub.comOr, leave a message at the club office at: 937-599-5784
Fishing Benefits
Fly-fishing only – no competition from spin fishermen or bait casters.
Thousands of healthy, hungry, homegrown trout to catch and keep or release.
Hand-raised and ready to strike: on the surface or down deep.
Diverse fishing conditions: pool & stream, flat water & faster, even a children’s pond.
Unlimited season – 24/7/365 – stocked, staffed, and ready-to-go – we catch fish in February here.
Fiscal Benefits
An honest-to-goodness club – member owned, not-for-profit
Limited membership: fewer than 200, including non-resident and honorary.
Annual dues and fees cost less than a single Rocky Mountain fishing expedition.
Initiation fee a fraction of most golf and country clubs.
Family members and guests always welcome.
Year-Round Fishing in a natural setting | Over 2 Miles of fishable streams in natural settings | Beautiful Brown Trout | Gorgeous Rainbow Trout | Magnificent Brook Trout