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Lake Mecosta

Mecosta County, Michigan

Lake Mecosta is near Stanwood in Mecosta County. It has a public boat ramp listed by the Michigan DNR.

N0.5 mi
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Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Surface area305 acres
Max depth—
Shoreline—
Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Walleye●●●○○

Points, flats and reefs at low light. Jigs and live bait early, crankbaits and crawler harnesses in summer.

Boat launches

2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

  • Lake Mecosta boat rampRamp
    9057 105th Ave, Stanwood. Boat ramp listed in Michigan DNR data.Directions ↗
  • More public accessPublic
    See the Michigan DNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Lake Mecosta are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Michigan Department of Natural Resources ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.

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Local tips

  • Use the public ramp off 105th Ave.
  • Check for current local fish surveys before you go.
  • Check local rules for boat speed.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.