Kingston Lake
Kingston Lake is a small natural lake in Alger County in the Upper Peninsula, reached from H-58. It is known for perch, bluegill and largemouth bass, with a few muskellunge.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Yellow Perch
Most common fish in the 2018 DNR survey
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Largemouth Bass
Fairly common in the survey
Muskellunge
Few caught, 42 inch minimum
Smallmouth Bass
Rare in the survey
Walleye
Present only now and then from stocking
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Kingston Lake State Forest Campground boat launchRampSemi-improved hard-surface ramp with no pier. Gravel lot holds about 4 to 5 trailers.Directions ↗
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Muskellunge Spearing muskellunge is banned on this lake. Statewide rules otherwise apply. | 42 in | 1 per year |
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 Kingston Lake ↗Local tips
- Fish perch and bluegill in water under 15 feet, where most of the lake lies.
- Park small. The lot only fits a few trailers.
- Release muskellunge unless they are 42 inches or more. Spearing them is banned.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.