Fishing Lake Roland

Houghton County, Michigan

Fish Species

Brook troutLake trout

DNR Fish Stocking

Lake trout: 621 totalBrook trout: 500 total

Date	Species	Strain	Number	Avg Length
11/25/2024	Lake trout	Lake Superior	275	25"
6/9/2022	Brook trout	Jumbo River	500	6.33"
11/24/2021	Lake trout	Lake Superior	122	30.71"
11/23/2021	Lake trout	Lake Superior	144	30.71"
10/29/2020	Lake trout	Huron Island	80	21"

Source: Michigan DNR Fish Stocking Database

Ice Fishing

Located in the western Upper Peninsula, Lake Roland experiences long, cold winters and likely freezes reliably. Always check local ice conditions before venturing out, as snow-insulated areas and current from any inflows can create weak spots.

Fishing Tournaments & Competitions

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

🏆 MI Tournament SearchDNR Fishing Tournament Information System 🎣 Tournament CalendarAmerican Fishing Contests — Lake Roland

Michigan Fishing Resources

🐟 Master Angler ProgramTrophy catch records & map — apply for your patch 📋 Michigan Fishing Regulations2025–2026 season dates, size & possession limits 📍 DNR Where to FishSpecies-specific locations & family fishing waters ⚠️ Eat Safe Fish GuidePFAS & contaminant advisories for Michigan waters

Data: Michigan DNR · ← Back to Lake Roland Guide

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