Last stocked
November 8, 2023
Plants on record
2
Since 2023
Species recorded
1
Surface acres
2,768.3
Access and facts
- Water type
- natural lake
- Boat ramp
- Yes
- Fee required
- Yes
- Facilities
- restrooms, dock
A natural lake at the tripoint of Antrim, Grand Traverse, and Kalkaska counties, part of the Elk River Chain of Lakes. A DNR-listed boating access site (2 launch lanes, 1 pier, a vault toilet) serves it; a Recreation Passport is required.
Sources: access , facilities , water_type , photos , access.fee , fishing_notes , watch_outs
How Lake Skegemog is stocked
About 0.9 reported fish per acre, the fewest of 8 lakes in Grand Traverse County with both a fish count and a surface area.
Elk Lake (4.2 mi), Guernsey Lake (6.9 mi), and Torch Lake (10.8 mi) were stocked more recently.
Fish at Lake Skegemog
Fishing Lake Skegemog is most likely to be for Muskellunge. All 2 plants on record are Muskellunge.
Muskellunge 2 plants
- Plants
- 2 of 2
- Last stocked
- November 8, 2023
Fishing Lake Skegemog
Lake Skegemog is home to many species of wild fish, including muskellunge, walleye, brown trout, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, rock bass, northern pike, yellow perch, and crappie. The lake contains many stumps and logs, which provide a nice living area for many species of fish.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
What to watch for
Anglers should be aware that the lake contains many stumps and logs. These features provide a nice living area for many species of fish, but they can also create potential navigation or snagging hazards.
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 8, 2023 | Muskellunge | 1,683 | – | report |
| November 1, 2023 | Muskellunge | 816 | – | report |
Species stocked here
Depth-by-season, top lures, and bait notes for each species stocked here are on its own species guide, linked above.