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Avalon Lake

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Michigan, United States

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Lake char

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Smallmouth bass

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Brook trout

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Splake

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Smallmouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

16 in · 2 lb

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General info

Avalon Lake is a lake located in Montmorency County, Michigan, United States. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Splake, and Lake char.

Location

45°06′9.1″N 83°57′20″W
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Fishing regulations at Avalon Lake, MI

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Michigan can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Avalon Lake fishing

📍 Where is Avalon Lake located?
Avalon Lake is a lake located in Montmorency County, Michigan, United States. Its coordinates are:
45°06′9.1″N 83°57′20″W
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🎣 Where on Avalon Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Avalon Lake by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Avalon Lake?
The most common species in Avalon Lake are:
  • Smallmouth bass - 14 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Splake - 4 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Lake char - 4 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Avalon Lake fishing reports?
The latest Avalon Lake fishing reports are:
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Avalon Lake?

Fishing in Michigan requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include resident, non-resident, annual, short-term, and combination licenses, available online or at licensed agents.

In Michigan, no fishing license is required for anglers under 17 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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