East Lake (Schoolcraft County)
East Lake is a 53 acre lake on Hiawatha National Forest land off M-94 near Manistique. Anglers catch bass, perch, bluegill and bullheads.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
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.
- East Lake boat accessPublicUnimproved, shallow, sandy access past campsite 1 in Hiawatha National Forest. Carry-in boats are recommended.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 East Lake (Schoolcraft 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 East Lake (Schoolcraft County) ↗Local tips
- Bring a car-top boat or canoe, since the access is sandy and shallow.
- Three primitive campsites sit on the lake if you want to stay.
- Check the DNR rules before you go.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.