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Cleveland Cliffs Basin

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Michigan, United States

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Smallmouth bass

15 in · 4 lb

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Smallmouth bass

17 in · 3 lb

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Smallmouth bass

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Northern pike

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Smallmouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

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General info

Cleveland Cliffs Basin is a lake located in Alger County, Michigan, United States. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Northern pike, and Largemouth bass.

Location

46°17′22.5″N 86°52′2.6″W
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Fishing regulations at Cleveland Cliffs Basin, 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 Cleveland Cliffs Basin fishing

Cleveland Cliffs Basin is a lake located in Alger County, Michigan, United States. Its coordinates are:
46°17′22.5″N 86°52′2.6″W
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