McCormick Lake
McCormick Lake is in southwestern Montmorency County in the northern Lower Peninsula. It is a clear, deep trout lake with steep hillsides around it.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Brown Trout
Stocked every year and the main focus of DNR management
Rainbow Trout
Stocked from time to time
Smallmouth Bass
Present but not a major fishery
Yellow Perch
Present but not a major fishery
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- McCormick Lake DNR access siteRampWest shore. Hard-surface ramp for small to medium boats. Parking for about five 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout Trout lake. Daily limit 5 trout combined, no more than 3 at 15 inches or longer | 12 | 5 |
| Rainbow Trout Counts toward the 5 trout combined limit | 12 | 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 McCormick Lake ↗Local tips
- Fish deep along the sharp drop-offs in summer, where the water is cold.
- Parking is limited to about five trailers, so go early on weekends.
- Use a small boat. The ramp suits small to medium craft.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.