Benzie County Michigan Fishing
66 documented fish species across 15 Benzie County lakes.
Game Fish
Trout, Salmon & Coldwater
Catfish & Bullhead
Other Species
Benzie County Fishing Lakes
| Lake | Clarity | Max Depth | Species |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Lake | 15 ft | - | 37 |
| Otter Lake | 12 ft | - | 30 |
| Little Platte Lake | 6.5 ft | 8 ft | 8 |
| Upper Woodcock Lake | 11 ft | 45 ft | 9 |
| Lower Woodcock Lake | 12.3 ft | - | 9 |
| Loon Lake | 12 ft | - | 13 |
| Lime Lake | 17.5 ft | 25 ft | 15 |
| Sanford Lake | 17 ft | - | 17 |
| Lower Herring Lake | 13 ft | 50 ft | 25 |
| Lake Ann | 14.5 ft | 75 ft | 10 |
| Upper Herring Lake | 8 ft | 25 ft | 18 |
| Crystal Lake | 32 ft | 175 ft | 9 |
| Long Lake | 9 ft | - | 40 |
| Lower Woodcock Lake | 12.3 ft | - | 9 |
| Upper Woodcock Lake | 11 ft | 45 ft | 9 |
Benzie County water quality
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish are in Benzie County lakes?
Benzie County, Michigan has 66 documented fish species across 15 lakes, including Bluntnose Minnow, Rock Bass, Northern Longear Sunfish, Yellow Perch, Common Shiner.
Which Benzie County fishing lake has the cleanest water?
Round Lake ranks highest on nutrient and algae readings among Benzie County lakes with a documented fishery.