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Boot Lake

Schoolcraft County, Michigan

Boot Lake is a 108 acre lake in Schoolcraft County near Steuben in the Upper Peninsula. It holds bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike and yellow perch.

N0.25 mi
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Surface area102 acres
Max depth30 ft
Shoreline—
Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Bluegill●●●○○

Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.

Largemouth Bass●●●○○

Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.

Northern Pike●●●○○

Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.

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.

  • Boot Lake boat rampRamp
    Listed DNR boat ramp near Steuben.Directions ↗
  • More public accessPublic
    See the Michigan DNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Boot Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Michigan Department of Natural Resources ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

  • The lake reaches about 30 feet, so look for deeper water in summer heat.
  • Use a wire leader if you target pike.
  • Check the ramp condition before hauling a trailer.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.