Stony Creek Lake
Stony Creek Lake is a shallow impoundment inside Stony Creek Metropark in Macomb County. It is known for bluegill, bass, crappie and stocked walleye close to Detroit.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Bluegill
Most common game fish in the DNR survey.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Walleye
Stocked by the DNR since 1981.
Yellow Perch
Schools on mud and sand flats. Great through the ice.
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Stony Creek Metropark boat launchRampTrailered boats need a Metroparks boat launching permit. Car-top boats can be carried in from any lot.Directions ↗
- Fishing pier and shore areasPublicA fishing pier and most of the shoreline are open to anglers. Boat rentals are at Mt. Vernon 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 Stony Creek 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.
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- About 40 percent of the lake is under 10 feet deep. The deepest hole, 23 feet, is in front of the south dam.
- Fishing is not allowed north of 28 Mile Road, on beaches or from bridges.
- Boats cannot stay on the lake or shore between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m.
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