Motz Lake, located in Michigan, USA, is a popular fishing area that is home to a variety of fish species, including panfish, bass, pike, and walleye. The lake is also surrounded by beautiful scenery, making it an ideal place for camping, hiking, and hunting. Fishing tips include using live bait or artificial lures, and fishing in the early morning or late evening. The best time of year to visit is during the spring and fall when temperatures are mild, with an average temperature of around 60-70°F.
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.
Camping Area | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers |
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Johnny Appleseed Park | 40 | |||
Black Lake Trail Camp - Mackinaw State Forest | 50 | |||
Burt Lake State Park | 300 | |||
Maple Bay - State Forest | 38 | |||
Stoney Creek Trail Camp - State Forest | 10 | |||
Twin Lakes - State Forest | 12 | |||
Aloha State Park | 285 | |||
Bixler Lake City Campground | 100 | |||
Mary Jane Thurston State Park | 35 | |||
Ouabache State Park | 125 |