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Sage Lake

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Michigan, United States

4.4·222 catches

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Northern pike

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Northern pike

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Eyetail bowfin

21 in · 3 lb

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Eyetail bowfin

23 in · 4 lb

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Bluegill

7 in · 3 oz

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Yellow perch

7 in · 3 oz

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General info

Sage Lake is a lake located in Ogemaw County, Michigan, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Northern pike, and Rock bass.

Location

44°20′58.9″N 83°56′58.6″W
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Official website

www.mcgi.state.mi.us

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Fishing regulations at Sage 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 Sage Lake fishing

📍 Where is Sage Lake located?
Sage Lake is a lake located in Ogemaw County, Michigan, United States. Its coordinates are:
44°20′58.9″N 83°56′58.6″W
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🎣 Where on Sage Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Sage 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 Sage Lake?
The most common species in Sage Lake are:
📢 What are the latest Sage Lake fishing reports?
The latest Sage Lake fishing reports are:
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Sage 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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