Fishing Shupac Lake

Crawford County, Michigan

Fish Species

Brook troutRainbow trout

DNR Fish Stocking

Rainbow trout: 28,665 totalBrook trout: 645 total
DateSpeciesStrainNumberAvg Length
4/24/2025 Rainbow trout Eagle Lake 5,594 8.17"
4/4/2024 Rainbow trout Eagle Lake 5,939 7.24"
4/19/2023 Rainbow trout Eagle Lake 5,200 7.2"
4/26/2022 Rainbow trout Eagle Lake 5,397 7.6"
4/21/2021 Rainbow trout Eagle Lake 5,400 6.5"
4/21/2021 Rainbow trout Eagle Lake 75 16.85"
4/21/2021 Rainbow trout Eagle Lake 60 14.8"
6/15/2020 Brook trout 645 11.9"
6/15/2020 Rainbow trout 1,000 12.9"

Source: Michigan DNR Fish Stocking Database

Ice Fishing

Shupac Lake freezes in winter and the road in is plowed, making winter access feasible. Ice fishing is possible, though the lake is better known for its summer camping scene. Always check ice thickness — spring-fed lakes can have inconsistent ice near inflows.

Fishing Tournaments & Competitions

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

Michigan Fishing Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish are in Shupac Lake?

Shupac Lake holds bass, trout, and panfish. The spring-fed, clear water makes for good sight fishing in the shallows, though shore fishing options are limited outside the boat launch area. It's a no-wake lake, so trolling at slow speeds or still-fishing from a small boat or kayak is the typical approach.

Is there shore fishing at Shupac Lake?

Shore fishing options are limited — the best spot is near the boat launch. Most anglers fish from small boats or kayaks. The clear water means you can often see fish, which is great for sight fishing but means fish can see you too.

Data: Michigan DNR · ← Back to Shupac Lake Guide