Round Lake (Hillsdale County)
Round Lake is a small, deep lake near Reading in Hillsdale County. It is known for bluegill, crappie and yellow perch.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Bluegill
1989 DNR survey found fast growth and mostly good sizes
Yellow Perch
Fish averaged 8.5 inches in the 1989 survey
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Largemouth Bass
Few bass caught in the 1989 survey
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Round Lake state fishing siteRamp8291 Cole Rd, Reading. Gravel ramp on the northwest shore.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 Round Lake (Hillsdale 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
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- Most of the lake is over 10 feet deep with steep drop-offs, so fish the break lines.
- Bluegill and crappie are the main open-water catch.
- Northern pike were not found in the DNR survey, so light tackle works well.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.