Fishing King Lake

Baraga County, Michigan

Fish Species

Walleye

DNR Fish Stocking

Walleye: 150,000 total
DateSpeciesStrainNumberAvg Length
5/7/2024 Walleye St. Marys River 50,000 0.25"
5/17/2023 Walleye St. Marys River 50,000 0.25"
5/6/2021 Walleye St. Marys River 50,000 0.25"

Source: Michigan DNR Fish Stocking Database

Ice Fishing

King Lake's small size and UP location mean it freezes reliably in winter, though the 6-mile dirt road access could be challenging or impassable depending on snow conditions. Ice fishing is possible but you'd need to confirm road accessibility with local conditions.

Fishing Tournaments & Competitions

Check for upcoming registered bass, walleye, and muskellunge tournaments on King Lake.

Michigan Fishing Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish are in King Lake?

Reviewers mention good fishing but specifics on species aren't well-documented. As a small UP lake, you can likely expect panfish and bass. Bring a variety of tackle and be ready to experiment.

Data: Michigan DNR · ← Back to King Lake Guide