Cedar Island Lake is a popular fishing spot in Michigan, known for its abundance of Panfish, Largemouth Bass, and Northern Pike. The lake is located in the Huron-Manistee National Forest and offers nearby hiking, biking, and camping opportunities. Fishing tips include using live bait or lures and targeting weed beds, drop-offs, and deeper water. The best time to visit is in spring and fall when the water is cooler and fish are more active. In spring, temperatures range from 40-60°F, while fall temperatures range from 50-70°F.

Featured Fish - Kelp Bass

Because it is considered to be among the best eating fish and a powerful fighter, it is highly sought by sport fishermen. An omnivorous feeder, it will take most of the local live baits as well as a variety of artificial lures. A favorite rig is a metal jig and whole squid that can be bounced along the bottom. The best fishing is summer to fall although it can be fished year round in some areas. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: The color of this species is brown to olive green with pale blotches on the back, becoming lighter below. They are easily distinguished from the sand basses by the fact that the third, fourth and fifth dorsal spines are about the same length, whereas the third dorsal spine of the sand basses is much longer than the fourth and fifth.