Lake Fenton

[PARSON]

Drove about 1 1/4 hours to get to Lake Fenton and the DNR ramp. Looks like a nice lake. What do most people fish for there. Noticed it was quite deep but looked very shallow in the cuts. Is Large Mouth Bass a good one to fish for. I noticed the ramp was quite shallow. Is that because to the time of the year? And info would be appreciated about the lake.:fish:

[shametamer]

Like most of the sinkhole lakes in this area it plunges to 35/40 foot or better in spots, but has just as many 2/3 foot areas. I would guess largemouth to be the predominant species among large predators.Pike have a tendancy to run below legal limit and the walleyes are of average size. less desirable species grow well and panfish abound. I've never had a problem launching or retrieving a boat here(as large as 18 foot). Nice feature the ramp opens at 4 a.m. and doesn't close until 11 p.m., that allows for good access when the pleasure crowd is off peak. I have my best luck un the southern `1/2 of the lake others prefer the north......If you are on her when the pleasure crowd is sparse you will enjoy the hell out of her!

[slowpoke]

Don't even think of fishing this lake in the summer.

[Flash]

I have always regarded it as an "all sports" lake, meaning lots of juveniles on jet skis. There are several other lakes in the area.

I am just beginning my fishing exposure, so I'm interested in local lakes as well. My thoughts have gravitated more towards 7 lakes state park, west of downtown Holly. Have canoed it before and have seen a few anglers on it. Does not appear crowded, however that could be because the fishing is not good.

[scottyhoover]

7 lakes is no wake i beleive. If you are looking for a peaceful nice place to fish that would be it.....and lake fenton would be the complete other end of the spectrum.

[BassFisher91]

I live right next to 7 lakes State park, and all around, it is a nice park. But the fishing is weak for me. I only know of one hole, that produces walleye, and this is in the winter. I checked out a book at my local library, and it said the stocked one of the lakes in the park with Tiger Muskie. I have not heard of anyone catching them tho.

[chamookman]

Good fishing lake - Combat fishing at its finest :yikes: ! Bring Your flack jacket/bow mounted RPG, to fend off go fasts/jet skis/idiots. There are better Lakes in the area, but all are getting VERY crowded:rant: . Best of luck ! Bob

[deputy865]

I fish it all the time in the summer 9 i live less then 1 min. away)...Get there bright and early, like 5am. You'll see maybe a skier or 2 but thats it...Good lake if you know where to go, PM me if you want some spots, i wont mind sharing...

Shane

[Flash]

I live right next to 7 lakes State park, and all around, it is a nice park. But the fishing is weak for me. I only know of one hole, that produces walleye, and this is in the winter. I checked out a book at my local library, and it said the stocked one of the lakes in the park with Tiger Muskie. I have not heard of anyone catching them tho.

No attempt here to hijack the thread, but I have a 17' canoe (Wenonah Kevlar - touring model) and it will be my main watercraft this year for any local fishing done. 7 Lakes with its "no wake" sounds ideal. Was primarily planning on ultra lite rod, 8# powerpro, Mepps spinners (1's, 2's, & 3's) with a few jigs/plastics and some small rapalas (2-4"). Any advice is appreciated. Trying to keep it solo "portable".

Flash

[PARSON]

Hey Deputy, Pm in box for you. Can email or pm back thanx