What Fish Are in Crystal Lake?
Crystal Lake in Benzie County, Michigan has 9 documented fish species: Black crappie, Burbot, Johnny darter, Lake herring, Lake whitefish, Mottled sculpin, Rainbow smelt, White sucker, Yellow perch. The lake has limited nutrient and algae sampling on record.
All Documented Species
Game Fish & Panfish in Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake supports 1 of the region's most-targeted species: Black crappie. The lake runs to a maximum depth of 175 feet across 9,865 acres, conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.
Lake Conditions
| Water Clarity | 32 ft |
| Maximum Depth | 175 ft |
| Surface Area | 9,865 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
| Species Count | 9 |
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