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Crystal Lake

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Michigan, United States

4.6·443 catches

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Smallmouth bass

16 in · 2 lb 5 oz

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Rock bass

5 in · 3 oz

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Lake char

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Smallmouth bass

22 in · 6 lb

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Rock bass

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Largemouth bass

18 in · 3 lb

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General info

Crystal Lake is a lake located in Benzie County, Michigan, United States. It is most popular for fishing Rock bass, Smallmouth bass, and Northern pike.

Location

44°39′38.8″N 86°10′39.5″W
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When are Northern Pike biting on Crystal Lake?

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Fishing regulations at Crystal 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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Reviews of Crystal Lake

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FAQ about Crystal Lake fishing

Crystal Lake is a lake located in Benzie County, Michigan, United States. Its coordinates are:
44°39′38.8″N 86°10′39.5″W
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