Independence Lake (Washtenaw County)
Independence Lake is in Independence Lake County Park near Whitmore Lake in Washtenaw County. The park offers kayak rentals and a launch for small boats.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
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.
- Independence Lake County Park launchRampLaunch for canoes, kayaks and motorized boats of 10 horsepower or less.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 Independence Lake (Washtenaw 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 Independence Lake (Washtenaw County) ↗Local tips
- Bring a small boat or kayak. Motors over 10 horsepower cannot use the park launch.
- Work weed edges and drop-offs for bass and bluegill.
- Check the Washtenaw County parks page for park hours and fees.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.