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Phelps Lake

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Michigan, United States

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Eyetail bowfin

27 in · 10 lb

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Largemouth bass

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Black crappie

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

22 in · 5 lb

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General info

Phelps Lake is a lake located in Lenawee County, Michigan, United States. It is also intersecting with Jackson County, Michigan. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Eyetail bowfin, and Black crappie.

Location

42°04′21.2″N 84°13′29.7″W
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Fishing regulations at Phelps 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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Jackson

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16.9 miles away

Hanover

17.0 miles away

Spring Arbor

19.2 miles away

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19.5 miles away

Chelsea

19.7 miles away

Britton

21.1 miles away

Jasper

22.0 miles away

Parma

22.4 miles away

Hillsdale

23.4 miles away

Saline

23.9 miles away

Dexter

25.1 miles away

Stockbridge

26.1 miles away

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FAQ about Phelps Lake fishing

Phelps Lake is a lake located in Lenawee County, Michigan, United States. It is also intersecting with Jackson County, Michigan. Its coordinates are:
42°04′21.2″N 84°13′29.7″W
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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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