Ellsworth Lake
Ellsworth Lake is an Antrim County lake near the village of Ellsworth. It is popular with anglers for panfish, bass, northern pike and perch.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Smallmouth Bass
Rock, gravel and points. Tubes, jerkbaits and drop-shots.
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Yellow Perch
Schools on mud and sand flats. Great through the ice.
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Ellsworth CommunityPublicPublic access point listed on howsyourriver.com. Ramp details not confirmed.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 Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth Lake ↗Local tips
- The lake reaches about 42 feet, so look for perch and pike near the drop-offs.
- Check the access site for ramp conditions before towing a boat.
- Walleye are reported in small numbers.
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Zoom and pan on a street, satellite or terrain map. Red pins are boat launches.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.