Upper Woodcock Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Benzie County, Michigan. Water quality is graded B based on 1 sampling years through 2022. The lake supports 9 documented fish species including Bluntnose minnow, Common shiner, and Creek chub. Compared to the 34 other monitored lakes in Benzie County, Upper Woodcock Lake ranks #30 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Michigan DNR, last sampled 2022-09-09. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Watch Upper Woodcock Lake water quality
Subscribe for LakeQuality updates by email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Good clarity, visible to about 11 ft. Trophic State Index: 43.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 11 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 43 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Where to stay near Upper Woodcock Lake
Compare lakeside cabins, hotels, and vacation rentals near Upper Woodcock Lake in Benzie County, Michigan — live availability and prices for your trip. Switch the map to Satellite to see the lake and how close each stay is to the water.
Top-rated places to stay near Upper Woodcock Lake
Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
Planning a trip to Upper Woodcock Lake?
Get lake water-quality report cards plus the best cabin & lodging deals near Upper Woodcock Lake — straight to your inbox. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Planning a whole trip? See where to stay at Michigan’s top lakes →
Fish Species
Click a species to see every graded lake where it is documented.
Fishing Upper Woodcock Lake
Location & Depth Map
Free interactive depth-contour map of Upper Woodcock Lake, reaching a maximum surveyed depth of 45 ft. Toggle Depth contours to overlay the bathymetric survey lines. Contour data from Michigan DNR.
County Ranking
Ranked #30 of 35 lakes in Benzie County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Upper Woodcock Lake holds Grade B. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
Nearby Lakes in Benzie County
Explore Upper Woodcock Lake across LakeGrade
Fish species and top-graded lakes across Michigan
Fish species and best lakes in Benzie County
Species activity outlook by water temperature and season
Top lakes and where to stay in the Grand Traverse Region area
Where to stay at Michigan's top lakes, each with its grade
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Michigan's cleanest and most-polluted lakes, ranked
More Michigan Lake Rankings
Other Grade B Lakes in Michigan
Leelanau County · Clarity: 9 ft
Leelanau County · Clarity: 13 ft
Leelanau County · Clarity: 12.5 ft
Leelanau County · Clarity: 8.5 ft
Leelanau County · Clarity: 11.8 ft
Grand Traverse County · Clarity: 13.5 ft
Mesotrophic Lakes in Michigan
More records, surveys & data sources
EPA Impairment Status
Upper Woodcock Lake is officially listed as impaired under Clean Water Act §303(d) in the 2024 EPA reporting cycle (IR category 5).
Causes of impairment
A Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) plan has been approved.
Source: EPA ATTAINS assessment unit MI040601040202-01 · Official waterbody report · Matched by proximity (2.86 km)
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Impairment status from EPA ATTAINS 303(d) database
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2022-09-09
Monitoring stations: 1