Fishing Glen Lake

AKA: Glen Lake Beach Park

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Glen Lake, MI

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Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Glen Lake offers some great smallmouth bass fishing, for both good numbers and large sizes. Fishing for smallmouth bass is good anytime they are shallow - in spring, during high water, mornings in summer and during warmer fall afternoons. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap, and around grass use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In winter, spend your time on deeper structure with small worms, jigs and spoons. When the lake freezes over, consider ice fishing for smallies. Largemouth bass also reside here in good numbers.

Yellow Perch Fishing

Glen Lake continues to have a very healthy population of yellow perch, which have been a mainstay in the fishery for decades. They are fun to catch in winter when ice fishing as well. Yellow perch are great table fare, and are a food source for bass and other predator fish in the lake. Fishing for yellow perch is simple, their primary diet consists of minnows and other small fish, insects and worms. Yellow perch tend to gather in small groups and hang out on relatively deep structure, near cover and/or drop-offs. Use a small hook and sinker. Bait a small hook with minnows, worms or small jigs using 6 to 10 pound line.

Rainbow Trout Fishing

This year, fishing for rainbow trout in Glen Lake continues to be very productive for local anglers. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has a very effective stocking program to support this fishery. Even when the lake freezes over, ice fishing for rainbows can be very effective. Fish for rainbow trout here with worms, salmon eggs, prepared baits, small spinners, spoons, jerkbaits and small crankbaits in vibrant colors to mimic their preferred prey. Additionally, floating or sinking flies, such as nymphs, streamers, or dry flies, are popular choices for fly anglers targeting rainbow trout. Trolling with lures or flies behind a boat, casting near shoreline structures, or still fishing with bait can all yield success. Adjusting lure size, color, and retrieve speed can enhance chances of enticing these colorful and spirited fish.

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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, walleye, rainbow trout, lake trout, steelhead, bluegill, rock bass, yellow perch and northern pike at Glen Lake in Michigan.

Glen Lake is a 6,300-acre lake on the upper west edge of the lower peninsula. There are 17 miles of shoreline and the lake offers water to depths over 140 feet. Glen Lake, located in the heart of Michigan's Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, is a picturesque destination with turquoise, clear water of that offers excellent fishing opportunities for anglers of all levels. This beautiful lake consists of two sections, Big Glen Lake and Little Glen Lake, both known for their crystal-clear waters. Anglers can target species such as lake trout, brown trout, rainbow trout, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, northern pike, and a variety of panfish. A public fishing pier in Beulah allows anglers easy access for fishing. The Perch Fishing Contest of the Glen Lake Winterfest is held annually, along with regular ice fishing during winter.

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Glen Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
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