Hackert Lake
Hackert Lake is in Amber Township in Mason County, about 6 miles northeast of Ludington. It is a heavily developed glacial lake known for black crappie and bluegill.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Crappie
Catch rates among the highest in the region
Bluegill
Rated excellent in the 2019 survey
Largemouth Bass
Slow growing but some large fish
Northern Pike
Slow growing but some large fish
Walleye
Stocked, not abundant
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- MDNR public boat launchRampHard-surface ramp, one skid pier, pit toilet, parking for 23 vehicles with trailers, west shore, 2030 W Hansen RdDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the Michigan DNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Special rules for this lake, confirmed from official state regulations. Minimum size and daily limit.
| Species | Min size | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Pike Special lake rule in place since 2001 | No minimum | 5, only 1 over 24 in |
Other species in this lake: look up the limits at 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 Hackert Lake ↗Local tips
- Fish crappie around brush and docks in spring.
- Try small baits for the bluegill, which are in good shape.
- Most of the lake is deeper than it looks, so use a depth finder to find edges.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.