Beatons Lake
Beatons Lake is about 12 miles northwest of Watersmeet in Gogebic County. It has been managed as a trout lake since 1928.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Yellow Perch
Mostly small fish, 3 to 8 inches
Northern Pike
First found in 2016
Rainbow Trout
Catches have declined
Smallmouth Bass
Historically present
Walleye
Stocking ended in 2004
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- U.S. Forest Service boat launch (north end)RampOnly public launch reported in the 2021 DNR surveyDirections ↗
- 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 Beatons 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
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- The lake reaches 90 feet deep. A gravel shoal rings the shore.
- Anglers report fewer trout than 20 years ago.
- Perch are plentiful but small.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.