Fishing Lake Bellaire
Antrim County, Michigan · 1,790 acres · 95 ft max depth
Zebra mussels and quagga mussels present
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DNR Fish Stocking
| Date | Species | Strain | Number | Avg Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/8/2023 | Muskellunge | Great Lakes | 2,660 | 8.35" |
| 6/28/2023 | Walleye | Muskegon | 88,550 | 1.75" |
| 6/22/2022 | Walleye | Muskegon | 81,507 | 2.04" |
Source: Michigan DNR Fish Stocking Database
Ice Fishing
Lake Bellaire freezes reliably. Popular ice fishing destination.
Bait & Tackle
Butch's Tackle in Alden. Dewitt Marine on Clam River for service.
Fishing Tournaments & Competitions
Check for upcoming registered bass, walleye, and muskellunge tournaments on Lake Bellaire.
Michigan Fishing Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of fish are in Lake Bellaire?
Lake Bellaire supports both coldwater and warmwater species thanks to its 95-foot depth keeping bottom water cold and oxygen-rich year-round. Fish species include whitefish, lake trout, splake, brown trout, rainbow trout, brook trout, cisco, smelt, walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, rock bass, bluegill, black crappie, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, brown bullhead, and longnose gar. The lake is particularly valued for its coldwater fishery — lake trout and whitefish thrive here naturally.
Data: Michigan DNR · ← Back to Lake Bellaire Guide
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