Woodard Lake
Woodard Lake is a small lake in Ionia County, Michigan. It is known for bluegill and other panfish.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Bluegill
Most abundant fish in the 2010 DNR survey; the report recommends the lake for panfishing
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Yellow Perch
Schools on mud and sand flats. Great through the ice.
Largemouth Bass
Many are stunted and few reach 14 inches
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
Channel Catfish
Cut bait and nightcrawlers on flats and creek mouths in the evening.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- MDNR public boat launchRampSoutheast shore. Paved ramp, pit toilet and parking for about 10 vehicles.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 Woodard 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.
Search more bait shops near Woodard Lake ↗Local tips
- Fish the shoals and gradual drop-offs for bluegill.
- Expect small bass. Many are stunted, so keep your expectations modest.
- The ramp parking holds about 10 vehicles, so arrive early on weekends.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.