Wixom Lake, Michigan Fishing

Location and Information: Wixom Lake is a fairly decent sized lake located in Gladwin County. This lake covers just under 2,000 acres and has a max depth of 40 feet. The gets its name after Frank Wixom who played a key role in the damming of the lake in the 1930s. The lake has multiple different species of fish to catch.

This Lake Species List: According to the Michigan  Department of Natural Resources, this lake contains numerous species of popular fish. So, what type of fish are in this Lake? You can find Bluegill, Rock Bass, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Black Crappie, Northern Pike, Muskie, Walleye and Yellow Perch.

Northern Pike: 24” minimum- 2 per angler

Largemouth Bass: Must be at least 14”- Limit 5

Smallmouth Bass: Minimum of 14″- Limit 5 Per Angler

Walleye: 15” minimum- 5 per angler

Yellow Perch: State Limits Apply

Muskellunge:  1 per angler April 1st to March 31st

Black Crappie: State Limits Apply

Bluegill: State Limits Apply

Rock Bass: State Limits Apply

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Marinas and Restaurants on this lake

Marina Name: Stryker’s Lakeside Marina

Address: 5891 M-30, Beaverton, MI 48612

Website: https://www.strykermarine.com/

Phone: (989) 689-4555

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