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Lake Chemung

πŸ“ Livingston County, Michigan

Lake Chemung is a fishing water in Livingston County, Michigan (Southern Lake Huron management unit).

33
Fish species
1
Boat launches
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Public access
Conditions today C+ 56/100 Average conditions Last stocked Jul 2, 2024 Walleye, 2.3 years ago Keeper size (estimated) Walleye 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 Lake Chemung 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, bluegill and largemouth bass), 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
Friday, October 30, 2026
Conditions score

Average conditions, fish are catchable but may be selective.

🎣 Stocking
Last stocked Jul 2, 2024
Last: Jul 2, 2024
πŸŒ– Moon Phase
Waning Gibbous
Feeding bonus
πŸ‚ Season
Fall feeding frenzy
October
🐟 Species
8 game/panfish species: outstanding variety
Game & panfish
πŸ“ Lake Size
Size unknown
Surface area

Fishing Tips for Lake Chemung Today

Fall fish at Lake Chemung 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 Lake Chemung 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, bluegill and largemouth bass.

Moderate estimated pressure today
Friday Peak season Popular stocking lake

Moderate activity expected. Midweek mornings are typically quieter.

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

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πŸ“… Best Time to Fish Lake Chemung

Combined bite activity across all 33 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
BluegillNone25 sunfish combined
Largemouth Bass14"5 bass combined
Northern Pike24"2
Walleye15"5
Redear SunfishNone25 sunfish combined
Lake HerringNone5 inland (with whitefish)
πŸ“… Stocking Timeline 5-year history
6 Stocking events
167,152 Fish stocked
1 Species
851d Since last stock
741d Longest gap
Walleye 167,152
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πŸ“‹ Lake Chemung Stocking Records

Date Species Quantity Size
Jul 2, 2024 Walleye 17,640 2.2"
Jun 29, 2023 Walleye 37,375 1.8"
Jun 28, 2022 Walleye 36,600 2.2"
Jun 22, 2021 Walleye 23,251 2.0"
Jun 18, 2019 Walleye 25,320 1.5"
Jun 7, 2017 Walleye 26,966 1.3"
Jun 12, 2015 Walleye 27,000 1.6"
Jun 18, 2013 Walleye 16,345 2.0"
Jun 21, 2011 Walleye 4,727 1.7"
Jun 14, 2011 Walleye 16,500 2.0"
Jun 6, 2006 Walleye 16,371 1.8"
Jun 15, 2004 Walleye 18,704 2.0"
Jun 12, 2003 Walleye 17,056 1.5"
Jun 13, 2000 Walleye 4,479 2.4"
Jun 8, 2000 Walleye 23,631 1.8"
Jun 15, 1999 Walleye 31,000 2.4"
Sep 30, 1997 Redear Sunfish 29,466 2.5"
Jul 9, 1997 Walleye 15,198 2.2"
Jun 10, 1997 Walleye 31,000 1.3"
Sep 27, 1995 Redear Sunfish 38,400 2.0"
May 25, 1995 Lake Herring 307 10.0"
Oct 17, 1994 Redear Sunfish 5,106 2.1"
Jun 13, 1991 Walleye 22,000 1.9"
Jun 19, 1985 Walleye 18,600 2.2"
Jun 20, 1983 Walleye 12,000 β€”

* Records shown are from our database. For the most current data, visit the Michigan DNR directly.

πŸ“… Stocking Forecast

Based on 25 historical stocking events at this lake. Next likely stocking window: Jun.
Peak Stocking Months
Jun Jul Sep
Most Stocked Species
Walleye Redear Sunfish Lake Herring

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

βš“ Lake Chemung Boat Launches (1)

One public access site is listed for Lake Chemung. 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 Livingston County boat launches.

Lake Chemung Paved ramp Fee required 2 trailer lanes 18 parking
Amenities
Vault toilet, Boating pier, Accessible parking, Accessible pier
Phone
810-229-6566
Record updated
April 2026
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