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Portage Lake

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Michigan, United States

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Northern pike

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Yellow perch

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Golden shiner

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Yellow perch

14 in · 1 lb 6 oz

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Yellow perch

10 in · 1 lb

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Smallmouth bass

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General info

Portage Lake is a lake located in Manistee County, Michigan, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Yellow perch, and Rock bass.

Location

44°21′48.4″N 86°14′1″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Portage Lake?

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Fishing regulations at Portage Lake, MI

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44°21′48.4″N 86°14′1″W
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30.3 miles away

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31.8 miles away

Empire

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Baldwin

37.3 miles away

Kingsley

37.7 miles away

Glen Arbor

38.7 miles away

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FAQ about Portage Lake fishing

Portage Lake is a lake located in Manistee County, Michigan, United States. Its coordinates are:
44°21′48.4″N 86°14′1″W
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