Fishing Fine Lake
Barry County, Michigan
Fish Species
DNR Fish Stocking
| Date | Species | Strain | Number | Avg Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | Walleye | Muskegon | 1,236 | 7.44" |
| 10/4/2022 | Walleye | Muskegon | 1,260 | 5.97" |
| 5/26/2021 | Walleye | Muskegon | 8,815 | 1.21" |
Source: Michigan DNR Fish Stocking Database
Ice Fishing
Fine Lake freezes in winter and sees ice fishing activity. As a smaller southern Michigan lake, it typically forms fishable ice by mid-winter, but always verify current conditions locally — southern Michigan freeze-up can be inconsistent in mild years.
Fishing Tournaments & Competitions
Check for upcoming registered bass, walleye, and muskellunge tournaments on Fine Lake.
Michigan Fishing Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish are in Fine Lake?
Fine Lake holds largemouth bass, bluegill, sunfish, yellow perch, crappie, northern pike, and catfish. Crappie fishing can be good if you locate them, and bass are plentiful though many run on the smaller side. Bluegill and panfish are reliable catches.
Can you ice fish on Fine Lake?
Yes — ice fishing is reported on Fine Lake. It's a smaller lake in southern Michigan that freezes in winter. Always check current ice conditions before heading out.
Is there a bait shop near Fine Lake?
Yes — there's a small store with bait very close to the boat launch on the southwest corner of the lake.
Data: Michigan DNR · ← Back to Fine Lake Guide
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