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Cotton Lake

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Michigan, United States

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Largemouth bass

19 in · 3 lb

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Pumpkinseed

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Rock bass

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General info

Cotton Lake is a lake located in Calhoun County, Michigan, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Rock bass, and Pumpkinseed.

Location

42°12′56.5″N 85°10′21.2″W
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Fishing regulations at Cotton 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 Cotton Lake fishing

Cotton Lake is a lake located in Calhoun County, Michigan, United States. Its coordinates are:
42°12′56.5″N 85°10′21.2″W
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