Lake Saint Helen
Lake St. Helen is a shallow lake in Roscommon County with three connected basins. It is known for largemouth bass, panfish and stocked walleye.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Most common fish, mostly small
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Walleye
Stocked as fingerlings
Northern Pike
Fewer than in past surveys
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
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.
- DNR boat launch, east basinRampHard surface ramp with ample trailer parkingDirections ↗
- 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 Only 1 may be 24 inches or longer | See Michigan rules book ↗ | 5 |
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 Lake Saint Helen ↗Local tips
- Most of the lake is under 10 feet deep, so look for weed edges.
- Oxygen is low below about 6 feet in summer.
- Pike limit is 5 per day with only one 24 inches or longer.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.