Bankson Lake
Bankson Lake is a spring-fed lake in Van Buren County, just south of Lawton. It is known for native muskies and walleye.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Muskellunge
Native population. The lake has supplied eggs for tiger muskie production.
Walleye
Often found in the deeper holes on the east side.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Yellow Perch
Schools on mud and sand flats. Great through the ice.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Bankson Lake public boat rampRamp24922 80th Ave, Lawton, MI 49065. Public boat ramp and water access.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 Bankson 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 Bankson Lake ↗Local tips
- Work the deeper holes on the east side for walleye.
- Shores are mostly undeveloped, so fish the weed edges and any dock shade for bass and bluegill.
- The lake is spring-fed and its level follows the water table, so check the ramp before you tow.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.