Muskellunge Stocked · 13 plants · last June 2, 2026 Best: dawn, dusk McKeever Lake fishing
McKeever Lake fishing has Muskellunge on the stocking report. Also recorded: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, and Bluegill. It is stocked about 0.3 times a year since 1981, most often in August and October. Species guides list dawn and dusk for Muskellunge, Largemouth bass, and Smallmouth bass and dawn, day, and dusk for Northern pike and Bluegill.
- Last stocked
- June 2, 2026
- · Muskellunge
- Plants on record
- 13
- Since 1981
- Species stocked
- 1 (+4 also recorded)
- Surface acres
- 146.6
Fish at McKeever Lake
Muskellunge Stocked · 13 plants · last June 2, 2026 Best: dawn, dusk 
Northern pike Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Northern pike species guide
Largemouth bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Largemouth bass species guide
Smallmouth bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Smallmouth bass species guide
Bluegill Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Bluegill species guideMcKeever Lake, a 132-acre lake located approximately 14 miles south of Munising in Schoolcraft County, offers lake fishing opportunities. It was stocked with northern muskie in 1990 and also supports a good population of northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and bluegill. (fs.usda.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How McKeever Lake is stocked
About 17 reported fish per acre, 17th most of 19 lakes in Schoolcraft County with both a fish count and a surface area.
Fish stocked in 1981
300
Fish stocked in 1990
260
Fish stocked in 1998
251
Fish stocked in 2001
200
Fish stocked in 2003
260
Fish stocked in 2010
200
Fish stocked in 2013
210
Fish stocked in 2015
210
Fish stocked in 2018
210
Fish stocked in 2021
129
Fish stocked in 2022
130
Fish stocked in 2024
129
Fish stocked in 2026
66
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 2, 2026 | Muskellunge | 66 | – | report |
| November 6, 2024 | Muskellunge | 129 | – | report |
| October 24, 2022 | Muskellunge | 130 | – | report |
| October 26, 2021 | Muskellunge | 129 | – | report |
| October 31, 2018 | Muskellunge | 210 | – | report |
| October 28, 2015 | Muskellunge | 210 | – | report |
| November 7, 2013 | Muskellunge | 210 | – | report |
| October 13, 2010 | Muskellunge | 200 | – | report |
| October 14, 2003 | Muskellunge | 260 | – | report |
| October 16, 2001 | Muskellunge | 200 | – | report |
| October 6, 1998 | Muskellunge | 251 | – | report |
| August 17, 1990 | Muskellunge | 260 | – | report |
| August 13, 1981 | Muskellunge | 300 | – | report |
Access and facts
- Nearest town
- Munising, MI
McKeever Lake (132 acres, Hiawatha National Forest) has a back-in, unimproved boat launch that may need four-wheel drive or a high-clearance vehicle. The USFS McKeever Cabin above the lake is reached by a 1,000-foot trail from a parking area or by boat. No restrooms. 14 miles south of Munising.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Michigan Department of Natural Resources before you go.
About McKeever Lake
Access requires parking at the entrance to the Widewaters Campground and then skiing or snowshoeing for approximately one mile. (fs.usda.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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Common questions
What fish are at McKeever Lake?
Fishing McKeever Lake usually means Muskellunge. All 13 plants on record are Muskellunge. Muskellunge was last stocked June 2, 2026. Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, and Bluegill are recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is McKeever Lake stocked?
Last stocked June 2, 2026. It is stocked about 0.3 times a year since 1981, most often in August and October. About 17 reported fish per acre, 17th most of 19 lakes in Schoolcraft County with both a fish count and a surface area. No plants recorded in 33 years between 1981 and 2026.
How do you get on McKeever Lake?
The nearest town is Munising, MI. McKeever Lake (132 acres, Hiawatha National Forest) has a back-in, unimproved boat launch that may need four-wheel drive or a high-clearance vehicle. The USFS McKeever Cabin above the lake is reached by a 1,000-foot trail from a parking area or by boat. No restrooms. 14 miles south of Munising.
Which lakes near McKeever Lake were stocked more recently?
Petes Lake (0.9 mi) was stocked more recently.