Ross Lake (Schoolcraft County)
Ross Lake is a small lake in Schoolcraft County in the Upper Peninsula, about 22 miles northeast of Shingleton. It sits next to a state forest campground and is known for bluegill, pike and largemouth bass.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Ross Lake DNR boating access siteRampConcrete ramp, one lane, about 5 parking spaces. Less than a quarter mile north of the state forest campground. Best suited to small boats, kayaks and canoes.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 (Schoolcraft 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 (Schoolcraft County) ↗Local tips
- Bring a canoe or kayak. The ramp is small and parking is limited.
- The lake is remote. Pack bait and tackle before you leave town.
- Fish weed edges for bass and pike, and use small baits for bluegill.
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