Coldwater Lake (Isabella County)
Coldwater Lake is in Isabella County near Weidman. The county runs Coldwater Lake Family Park on the lake, and the lake is known for bluegill and smallmouth bass.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Bluegill
Most common fish in the 2009 DNR survey
Smallmouth Bass
Rock, gravel and points. Tubes, jerkbaits and drop-shots.
Yellow Perch
Many small fish
Largemouth Bass
Fast growth in the survey
Walleye
Some natural reproduction plus stocking
Northern Pike
Few caught in the survey
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Coldwater Lake Family ParkRamp1703 N. Littlefield Rd, Weidman. Boat launch and kayak launch. Daily vehicle permit is $6.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 Coldwater Lake (Isabella County) 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 Coldwater Lake (Isabella County) ↗Local tips
- Expect to pay a park entry permit. Daily permits are $6 per vehicle.
- The deepest water is near the southeast end. Water below about 24 feet has little oxygen in summer, so fish above that.
- Rock bass and small perch can crowd baits. Use a bigger lure or minnow for bass.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.