The Log Mark Rest Stop Canoe and Fishing Landing is a popular fishing destination located in Michigan, USA. This area is known for its abundant fish species, including smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, and panfish.
Aside from fishing, visitors can also enjoy hiking, camping, and kayaking in the nearby areas. The best time to visit this fishing spot is during the summer months, from June to August when the temperature is around 70°F to 80°F.
For those looking to catch smallmouth bass, it is recommended to use topwater lures early in the morning or at dusk. Northern pike can be caught using large crankbaits or spinnerbaits. Walleye can be caught using jigs or live bait. Panfish can be caught using worms or small jigs.
Overall, the Log Mark Rest Stop Canoe and Fishing Landing is a great fishing spot for anglers looking for a variety of fish species and nearby activities to enjoy.
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.