Channel Catfish Stocked · 21 plants · last June 24, 2025 Best: dusk, night Lake Ovid fishing
Lake Ovid fishing is stocked with Tiger Muskie, Channel Catfish, and Muskellunge on a reservoir. Also recorded: Smallmouth Bass. It is stocked about 0.9 times a year since 1979, most often in September and October. Species guides list dusk and night for Channel Catfish and dawn and dusk for Muskellunge and Smallmouth Bass.
- Last stocked
- June 24, 2025
- · Channel Catfish
- Plants on record
- 41
- Since 1979
- Species stocked
- 3 (+1 also recorded)
- Surface acres
- 369.4
Fish at Lake Ovid
Channel Catfish Stocked · 21 plants · last June 24, 2025 Best: dusk, night 
Tiger Muskie Stocked · 12 plants · last October 9, 1991 Last stocked October 9, 1991 · 12 plants
Tiger Muskie species guide
Muskellunge Stocked · 8 plants · last October 31, 2024 Best: dawn, dusk 
Smallmouth Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Smallmouth Bass species guideLake Ovid is a reservoir within Sleepy Hollow State Park, Michigan. Many freshwater fish live in the lake including Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, Rock Bass, Crappie, Channel Catfish, Muskellunge (Muskie), and Northern Pike. Anglers often propel their vessels using electric trolling motors. The lake is generally fairly shallow, with an average depth of 10 feet, never exceeding 23 feet. (en.wikipedia.org, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Lake Ovid is stocked
About 513 reported fish per acre, 2nd most of 3 lakes in Clinton County with both a fish count and a surface area.
Fish stocked in 1979
1,600
Fish stocked in 1980
1,600
Fish stocked in 1981
1,000
Fish stocked in 1982
1,500
Fish stocked in 1984
640
Fish stocked in 1985
840
Fish stocked in 1986
1,100
Fish stocked in 1987
1,200
Fish stocked in 1988
25,000
Fish stocked in 1989
19,600
Fish stocked in 1990
1,500
Fish stocked in 1991
1,600
Fish stocked in 1994
10,200
Fish stocked in 1995
5,950
Fish stocked in 1996
2,741
Fish stocked in 1997
4,017
Fish stocked in 1999
6,550
Fish stocked in 2000
850
Fish stocked in 2001
3,305
Fish stocked in 2003
4,700
Fish stocked in 2004
4,110
Fish stocked in 2005
13,071
Fish stocked in 2010
1,224
Fish stocked in 2011
10,437
Fish stocked in 2013
10,318
Fish stocked in 2015
10,535
Fish stocked in 2016
410
Fish stocked in 2017
8,257
Fish stocked in 2019
6,809
Fish stocked in 2021
11,272
Fish stocked in 2022
409
Fish stocked in 2024
8,668
Fish stocked in 2025
8,417
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 24, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 8,417 | – | report |
| October 31, 2024 | Muskellunge | 410 | – | report |
| June 18, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 8,258 | – | report |
| October 24, 2022 | Muskellunge | 409 | – | report |
| October 28, 2021 | Channel Catfish | 3,015 | – | report |
| June 23, 2021 | Channel Catfish | 8,257 | – | report |
| June 26, 2019 | Channel Catfish | 6,809 | – | report |
| June 28, 2017 | Channel Catfish | 8,257 | – | report |
| November 9, 2016 | Muskellunge | 410 | – | report |
| July 16, 2015 | Channel Catfish | 10,535 | – | report |
| June 27, 2013 | Channel Catfish | 10,318 | – | report |
| September 29, 2011 | Channel Catfish | 10,437 | – | report |
| November 4, 2010 | Muskellunge | 1,224 | – | report |
| September 28, 2005 | Channel Catfish | 11,421 | – | report |
| September 21, 2005 | Muskellunge | 1,650 | – | report |
| October 6, 2004 | Channel Catfish | 4,110 | – | report |
| October 24, 2003 | Muskellunge | 1,400 | – | report |
| September 23, 2003 | Channel Catfish | 3,300 | – | report |
| September 26, 2001 | Channel Catfish | 3,305 | – | report |
| October 2, 2000 | Muskellunge | 850 | – | report |
| October 5, 1999 | Channel Catfish | 6,000 | – | report |
| September 22, 1999 | Muskellunge | 550 | – | report |
| October 9, 1997 | Channel Catfish | 4,017 | – | report |
| October 2, 1996 | Channel Catfish | 2,741 | – | report |
| October 11, 1995 | Channel Catfish | 2,500 | – | report |
| September 29, 1995 | Channel Catfish | 3,450 | – | report |
| October 13, 1994 | Channel Catfish | 10,200 | – | report |
| October 9, 1991 | Tiger Muskie | 1,600 | – | report |
| September 28, 1990 | Tiger Muskie | 1,500 | – | report |
| September 19, 1989 | Tiger Muskie | 1,600 | – | report |
| April 7, 1989 | Channel Catfish | 18,000 | – | report |
| October 3, 1988 | Tiger Muskie | 1,000 | – | report |
| September 17, 1988 | Channel Catfish | 24,000 | – | report |
| October 12, 1987 | Tiger Muskie | 1,200 | – | report |
| October 14, 1986 | Tiger Muskie | 1,100 | – | report |
| September 25, 1985 | Tiger Muskie | 840 | – | report |
| August 22, 1984 | Tiger Muskie | 640 | – | report |
| August 4, 1982 | Tiger Muskie | 1,500 | – | report |
| August 11, 1981 | Tiger Muskie | 1,000 | – | report |
| August 11, 1980 | Tiger Muskie | 1,600 | – | report |
| July 17, 1979 | Tiger Muskie | 1,600 | – | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- reservoir
- Nearest town
- Laingsburg
- Facilities
- restrooms, camping, dock
A 1974 impoundment of the Little Maple River in Sleepy Hollow State Park. The park's paved launch on the west side has 3 lanes and 2 piers, with a kayak launch beside it. Four fishing piers: two by the launch, one at the swim beach, one near the campground. Canoes and kayaks rent in summer.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Michigan Department of Natural Resources before you go.
About Lake Ovid
The DNR also states that future stocking is going to focus on Muskellunge and Catfish, and an increase in their numbers will bring a balance to the ecosystem. (en.wikipedia.org, accessed September 22, 2026)
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Nearest lakes
Public land at Lake Ovid
Lake Ovid is inside Sleepy Hollow State Park.
Boundaries from Public Lands DB, part of the same network.
Common questions
What fish are at Lake Ovid?
Fishing Lake Ovid usually means Channel Catfish: Channel Catfish accounts for 21 of 41 plants on record, ahead of Tiger Muskie and one more. Channel Catfish was last stocked June 24, 2025. Tiger Muskie was last stocked October 9, 1991. Muskellunge was last stocked October 31, 2024. Smallmouth Bass is recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is Lake Ovid stocked?
Last stocked June 24, 2025. It is stocked about 0.9 times a year since 1979, most often in September and October. About 513 reported fish per acre, 2nd most of 3 lakes in Clinton County with both a fish count and a surface area. No plants recorded in 14 years between 1979 and 2025.
How do you get on Lake Ovid?
The nearest town is Laingsburg. Facilities include restrooms, camping, and dock. A 1974 impoundment of the Little Maple River in Sleepy Hollow State Park. The park's paved launch on the west side has 3 lanes and 2 piers, with a kayak launch beside it. Four fishing piers: two by the launch, one at the swim beach, one near the campground. Canoes and kayaks rent in summer.
Which lakes near Lake Ovid were stocked more recently?
Crystal Lake (34.5 mi) was stocked more recently.