Maceday Lake
Maceday Lake is in Waterford Township in Oakland County and connects to Lotus Lake. It is a deep lake managed for trout and known for bluegill and bass.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Rainbow Trout
Stocked by the DNR
Lake Trout
Stocked when fish are available
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Bluegill
Most common fish in DNR surveys
Smallmouth Bass
Rock, gravel and points. Tubes, jerkbaits and drop-shots.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Maceday Lake DNR boat launchRampSouth end off Williams Lake Road, 18 parking spacesDirections ↗
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout Type C trout lake, open year-round | 8 in | 5 trout total, only 3 may be 15 in or longer |
| Lake Trout Type C trout lake, open year-round | 8 in | 5 trout total, only 3 may be 15 in or longer |
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 Maceday Lake ↗Local tips
- The lake is 117 feet deep, so trout stay deep in summer.
- Trout season is open year-round.
- Bluegill are easy to find around weeds and docks.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.