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Wolverine Lake

πŸ“ Oakland County, Michigan

Wolverine Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

35
Fish species
1
Boat launches
βœ“
Public access
Conditions today C+ 56/100 Average conditions Last stocked May 27, 2026 Rainbow Trout, 157 days ago Keeper size (estimated) Rainbow Trout Stocked fish likely at keeper size by now Access 1 boat launch Public access

πŸ“Š Fishing Conditions

The fishing conditions score rates how favorable Wolverine Lake (Oakland County) looks for the day you pick (today by default), from 0 to 100. It adds up five things: how recently the lake was stocked, the moon phase, the season, how many game and panfish species live here (such as black crappie, largemouth bass and northern pike), and the size of the lake. It does not include the weather forecast. The cards below show how many points each factor contributed.

C+
56/100
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Conditions score

Average conditions, fish are catchable but may be selective.

🎣 Stocking
Last stocked May 27, 2026
Last: May 27, 2026
πŸŒ– Moon Phase
Waning Gibbous
Feeding bonus
πŸ‚ Season
Fall feeding frenzy
October
🐟 Species
10 game/panfish species: outstanding variety
Game & panfish
πŸ“ Lake Size
Size unknown
Surface area

Fishing Tips for Wolverine Lake (Oakland County) Today

Fall fish at Wolverine Lake (Oakland County) are feeding heavily before winter. Match the forage: shad, crawfish, and perch patterns work well.

πŸ“Š Fishing Pressure

Fishing pressure is our estimate of how busy Wolverine Lake (Oakland County) is likely to be today. It looks at the day of the week, the time of year, and whether the lake has been stocked recently, because fresh stockings tend to draw anglers. Lower pressure usually means more room to work the water for black crappie, largemouth bass and northern pike.

High estimated pressure today
Weekend Peak season Popular stocking lake

Expect other anglers. Arrive early or fish early morning for best results.

Estimate based on day of week, season, and recent stocking. Not a live crowd count.

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πŸ“… Best Time to Fish Wolverine Lake

Combined bite activity across all 35 species in this lake.

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πŸ“ Fishing Regulations

Statewide general rules for the species found here. Individual waters can have exceptions (special size limits, closed seasons, trout lake types), so check this lake's listing in the official DNR Fishing Guide before heading out.
SpeciesMin sizeDaily limit
Black CrappieNone25 sunfish combined
Largemouth Bass14"5 bass combined
Northern Pike24"2
Rainbow Trout8" (most inland lakes)5 trout, max 3 over 15"
Walleye15"5
Yellow PerchNone25
Redear SunfishNone25 sunfish combined
Rock BassNone25 sunfish combined
πŸ“… Stocking Timeline 5-year history
13 Stocking events
202,775 Fish stocked
5 Species
158d Since last stock
561d Longest gap
Rainbow Trout 2,955
Black Crappie 1,060
Fathead Minnow 180,000
Golden Shiner 17,800
Walleye 960
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πŸ“‹ Wolverine Lake Stocking Records

Date Species Quantity Size
May 27, 2026 Rainbow Trout 334 7.8"
May 13, 2025 Rainbow Trout 242 6.5"
May 1, 2024 Rainbow Trout 350 7.5"
May 9, 2023 Rainbow Trout 315 6.5"
May 4, 2022 Rainbow Trout 350 7.7"
May 11, 2021 Rainbow Trout 315 8.2"
Oct 28, 2019 Walleye 960 7.1"
May 13, 2019 Rainbow Trout 349 7.2"
Oct 18, 2018 Fathead Minnow 180,000 1.0"
Oct 18, 2018 Golden Shiner 17,800 2.5"
May 10, 2018 Rainbow Trout 350 7.5"
Oct 18, 2017 Black Crappie 1,060 4.0"
May 1, 2017 Rainbow Trout 350 8.4"
Oct 28, 2016 Walleye 1,066 7.0"
May 6, 2016 Rainbow Trout 350 7.8"
Oct 2, 2015 Fathead Minnow 123,000 1.5"
Oct 2, 2015 Golden Shiner 33,000 2.5"
Sep 21, 2015 Rainbow Trout 1,000 2.8"
Oct 1, 2014 Rainbow Trout 1,000 2.8"
Oct 10, 2013 Rainbow Trout 1,200 3.3"
Oct 29, 2012 Walleye 1,200 7.0"
May 3, 2012 Rainbow Trout 550 6.5"
Oct 10, 2011 Golden Shiner 2,375 3.0"
Oct 10, 2011 Fathead Minnow 65,000 2.0"
May 3, 2011 Rainbow Trout 570 6.5"
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* Records shown are from our database. For the most current data, visit the Michigan DNR directly.

πŸ“… Stocking Forecast

Based on 83 historical stocking events at this lake. Next likely stocking window: May.
Peak Stocking Months
May Oct Jun
Most Stocked Species
Rainbow Trout Walleye Northern Pike

* Forecast is based on historical DNR data and is not a guarantee of future stocking.

βš“ Wolverine Lake Boat Launches (1)

One public access site is listed for Wolverine Lake. Select a launch for details. Details come from the Michigan DNR boating access data and can change, so check posted signs on site. See all Oakland County boat launches.

Wolverine Lake Paved ramp Fee required 2 trailer lanes 15 parking
Amenities
Vault toilet, Boating pier, AIS signage, Accessible pier, Accessible restrooms
Hours
04:00-23:00
Phone
248-685-2433
Record updated
April 2026
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