Avalon Lake
Avalon Lake is about five miles northwest of Hillman in Montmorency County. It was once called Brush Lake and has a public boat ramp.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Smallmouth Bass
Common in an old DNR survey
Yellow Perch
Schools on mud and sand flats. Great through the ice.
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Avalon Lake public rampRamp21830 MacArthur Ln, Hillman. Public boat ramp listed by the DNR.Directions ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the Michigan DNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Avalon Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Michigan Department of Natural Resources ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Avalon Lake ↗Local tips
- About one third of the lake is under 20 feet deep. Fish the shallows for perch and bass.
- The lake reaches 74 feet, so deep water is close to the shoals.
- Many cottages ring the shore. Respect private docks.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.