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Smith Lake

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Michigan, United States

4.5·22 catches

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Largemouth bass

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Flathead catfish

40 in · 30 lb

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Black bullhead

3 in · 5 lb

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Largemouth bass

14 in · 2 lb

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

12 in · 1 lb

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General info

Smith Lake is a lake located in Oscoda County, Michigan, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Northern pike, and Black bullhead.

Location

44°43′49.3″N 84°06′47.7″W
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Fishing regulations at Smith 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 Smith Lake fishing

Smith Lake is a lake located in Oscoda County, Michigan, United States. Its coordinates are:
44°43′49.3″N 84°06′47.7″W
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