Kent Lake
Kent Lake is an impoundment of the Huron River that lies entirely inside Kensington Metropark in Oakland County. It is known for bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike and walleye.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Healthy population with lots of weeds and wood
Bluegill
Most abundant fish in the 2004 survey
Northern Pike
Reproduce naturally
Walleye
Stocking has been reduced
Smallmouth Bass
Rock, gravel and points. Tubes, jerkbaits and drop-shots.
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Boat launches
4 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- East Boat LaunchRampMetropark launch. Trailered boats need a Metroparks launch permit.Directions ↗
- West Boat LaunchRampMetropark launch. Trailered boats need a Metroparks launch permit.Directions ↗
- Fishing piersPublicSeveral piers along the southwest end, plus shore parking.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 Kent 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.
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- About 80 to 90 percent of the lake is under 10 feet deep, so fish the weeds and wood.
- The deepest water, 36 feet, is in a basin at the southwest end.
- No fishing from docks, launch areas or bridges. Boats cannot stay on the lake from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.