Susan Lake

Charlevoix County, Michigan

Susan Lake is a shallow, narrow lake about 4 miles from downtown Charlevoix. It holds northern pike and panfish.

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Surface area127 acres

Max depth15 ft

Shoreline3.3 mi

Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Northern Pike●●●○○

Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.

Largemouth Bass●●●○○

Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.

Bluegill●●●○○

Panfish reported as a healthy population

Boat launches

2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

Susan Lake DNR access (Seibert Nature Preserve)Ramp
Public boat ramp at 8149 Shrigley Rd, CharlevoixDirections ↗
More public accessPublic
See the Michigan DNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Susan Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Michigan Department of Natural Resources ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

The lake is shallow, so look for weeds and drop-offs.
Use a small boat or kayak, since the lake is narrow.
Fish early or late when the water is cooler.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.