Ross Lake (Gladwin County)
Ross Lake is an impoundment on the Tobacco and Cedar Rivers in Beaverton, Gladwin County. It is known for black crappie, with pike and catfish also present.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Crappie
Most common game fish in the 2018 DNR survey.
Northern Pike
26 caught in the DNR survey.
Channel Catfish
20 caught in the DNR survey.
Bluegill
Fewer than typical for area lakes.
Smallmouth Bass
Present in low numbers.
Largemouth Bass
Present in low numbers.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Ross Lake ParkRampTownship park off M-18 in Beaverton. Gravel launch, parking, beach and picnic area.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 Ross Lake (Gladwin County) 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 Ross Lake (Gladwin County) ↗Local tips
- Water is murky, so use bright or noisy lures.
- Most of the lake is under 15 feet deep, so look for wood and docks.
- Expect summer boat and jet ski traffic. Fish early.
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