Fishing Burt Lake
AKA: Lake Burt
Popular Fish Species Burt Lake, MI
Walleye Fishing
Thanks to good fisheries management, a healthy population of walleye are now thriving in the waters of Burt Lake this year. They are eager to feed throughout the lake, but tend to concentrate on flats and ledges off the river channels. The best results for catching walleye here is most often by trolling, however casting live bait, jigs, worms, spoons and deep-diving crankbaits also work well at times. When the lake freezes over in winter, ice fishing for walleye can be very productive. Use GPS to locate spots you normally fish prior to icing over.
Smallmouth Bass Fishing
Smallmouth bass are a favorite of many locals at Burt Lake, as they are plentiful and easy to catch, once located. Fishing for smallmouth bass is good anytime they are shallow - in spring, during high water, mornings in summer and during warmer fall afternoons. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap, and around grass use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In winter, spend your time on deeper structure with small worms, jigs and spoons. Other bass to be caught here include largemouth bass and spotted bass.
Yellow Perch Fishing
Burt Lake has a very healthy population of yellow perch awaiting you. Fishing for yellow perch is simple, their primary diet consists of minnows and other small fish, insects and worms. Use a small hook and sinker. Bait a small hook with minnows, worms or small jigs using 6 to 10 pound line. They make for an excellent fish fry, are a food source for many of the larger predator fish in the lake, and they are fun to catch in winter when ice fishing.
Burt Lake Fishing Video
Fish species to fish for...
Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, brown trout, bluegill, green sunfish, pumpkinseed sunfish, rock bass, yellow perch, muskie, northern pike and sturgeon at Burt Lake in Michigan.
Offering anglers numerous fish species to pursue, Burt Lake is a 17,000-acre lake in the northern tip of the lower peninsula, at Indian River, MI. Walleye, smallmouth bass, northern pike and big muskies are the primary target of local anglers. Check out fishing reports for popular species at this lake.
Burt Lake, nestled in the picturesque northern part of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, is a renowned destination for fishing enthusiasts. This lake spans over 17,000 acres and offers an array of fish species, making it a prime spot for both recreational and avid anglers. Burt Lake is known for its diverse fish population, including walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, and a variety of panfish.
Primary fish species residing in Burt Lake
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Burt Lake Amenities
Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: NEARBY
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
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Fishing Boat Rentals
Howe Marine
Rentals: Fishing boats and pontoon boats
231 238-9371
Indian River Marina Rental Boats
Rentals: Pontoon boats
231 238-9373
Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Burt Lake State Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, off State Park Road, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
Maple Bay Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Maple Bay Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.
Marinas
Burt Lake Marina
4879 S Straits Hwy
Indian River, MI 49749
231 238-9315
Fishing Guides On Burt Lake
CZ Guide Service - walleye, pike, smallmouth bass
Limitless Fishing Charters on Burt Lake - walleye
If you offer fishing guide services on Burt Lake, please contact us for a free listing to be posted here.
Fishing License
Click here for a Michigan Fishing License.
Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Maple Bay State Forest Campground - 989 732-3541
Indian River RV Resort & Campground - 231 238-0035
Michigan Oaks Campground - 231 238-8259
Burt Lake MI Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Contact Information
Burt Lake
Maple Bay State Forest Campground
1700 Maple Bay Rd
Brutus, MI 49716
989 732-3541
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Burt Lake in Michigan.
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Information about fishing lakes in MI.
Fishing near the northern tip of the lower MI peninsula, for bass, catfish, crappie, walleye, trout, bluegill, sunfish, perch, muskie, northern pike and sturgeon.
