Redside Dace Fishing Guide
Other SpeciesDocumented in 1 lakes across 1 state
Redside Dace is a rough-fish species — typically common in productive, nutrient-rich lakes, sometimes treated as a management nuisance by anglers targeting game-fish. 1 lakes carry documentation. Redside Dace is narrowly distributed — only 1 lakes in Michigan have a documented record. The constraint is usually habitat: cold water, specific depth profile, or river connection.
Rough-fish-dominant lakes are worth checking the phosphorus and chlorophyll-a readings on: a rough-fish-heavy fishery often reflects an underlying nutrient-loading problem in the watershed. Cross-reference the Redside Dace lake list below against each lake's clarity, phosphorus and algae readings: lakes with low nutrient readings and Redside Dace documented are the best places to start for recreational targeting.
Best Redside Dace Lakes by Water Quality
Top 50 lakes with redside dace, ranked on nutrient and algae readings.
| Rank | Lake | County | State | Depth | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Glacier Lake | Washtenaw | MI | - | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lakes have redside dace?
Redside Dace are documented in 1 lakes: 1 in Michigan.
What are the best lakes for redside dace?
The best redside dace lakes by water quality are Glacier Lake. These lakes carry the lowest nutrient and algae readings among all lakes where redside dace have been documented by state DNR surveys.
What other fish are found with redside dace?
Redside Dace are most commonly found alongside redside dace. These species share similar habitat preferences in the region's lakes.
Fish species from state agency survey, stocking, and public fishing-access records; water-quality readings from the EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys. Species profiles are general reference; always check current state regulations before fishing.