Higgins Lake, Michigan Fishing
Higgins Lake Fishing Information
Location and Information: Higgins Lake is one of the most popular fishing lakes in Michigan. It is located in Roscommon and Crawford Counties and has a surface area of just under 10,000 acres. The lake is named after Sylvester Higgins who was the first chief of the topographical department of the Michigan Geological Survey. Open water or ice fishing the lake has year round opportunities for anglers to pull in various types of fish. Recreational boating, camping, and vacationing peaks here i the summer months. There are boat launches at both the North and South Higgins Lake State Park. The max depth is 135 feet with an average depth of 44 feet and a length of 7 miles long.
Popular Fishing Species List
Brown Trout: State Limits Apply
Rainbow Trout: State Limits Apply
Lake Trout: State Limits apply
Northern Pike: 24” minimum- 2 per angler
Smallmouth Bass: Minimum of 14″- Limit 5 Per Angler
Yellow Perch: State Limits Apply
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Marinas and Restaurants on this lake
Marina Name: Old Point Comfort Marine
Address: 4629 W Higgins Lake Dr, Higgins Lake, MI 48627
Website: https://opcm.com/
Phone: (989) 821-5692
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