About Us
River Lures is located in the beautiful canal town of Grand Rapids, Ohio. It is within walking distance to Providence Dam, which was built to fill the Miami and Erie Canal. It sponsors some of the best fishing in Northwest Ohio. The many islands, stream in-lets and tributaries provide excellent spawning ground for sport fish such as walleye, smallmouth, largemouth, crappie, bluegill and sunfish as well as carp, channel cat, bullhead and shovelhead that can weigh as much as 50 lbs. Just behind the store is the historic Gillead side cut which is a story in and of itself. Stop in and we will be happy to tell you about it.
Our Quote: River Tripper
"If a man can pack a heavy load across a portage. If he can do whatever he has to do without complaint and with good humor it makes little difference what his background has been. And if he can somehow keep alive a park of adventure and romance as the old time voyageurs seem to have done, then any expedition becomes more than a journey through wild country. It becomes a shining challenge and an adventure of the spirit"
-- "The Lonely" by Sigurd Olsen
History
The village of Grand Rapids, Ohio has a rich history here on the Maumee River. Visit The Official Website of the Village of Grand Rapids, Ohio to learn more about our region.