Moon Lake
Moon Lake is a small lake near Watersmeet in Gogebic County, in the western Upper Peninsula. It is known for bluegill, largemouth bass and some brown trout.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Brown Trout
Low-light hours and cold water. Big fish on minnow baits.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Moon Lake boat rampRampPublic boat ramp at 2080 S Moon Lake Rd, Watersmeet, listed with Michigan DNR data.Directions ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the Michigan DNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Moon Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: 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 Moon Lake ↗Local tips
- Fish weed edges for largemouth bass and bluegill.
- Use small baits for panfish near docks and cover.
- Check the state rules for brown trout before keeping any.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.