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Guernsey Lake

πŸ“ Kalkaska County, Michigan

Guernsey Lake is a fishing water in Kalkaska County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

33
Fish species
1
Boat launches
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Public access
Conditions today D 40/100 Below-average Last stocked Apr 20, 2026 Brown Trout, 195 days ago Keeper size (estimated) No estimate Not enough size data Access 1 boat launch Public access

πŸ“Š Fishing Conditions

The fishing conditions score rates how favorable Guernsey Lake 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 bluegill, brown trout 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.

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40/100
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Conditions score

Below-average, consider a different lake or time of day.

🎣 Stocking
Last stocked Apr 20, 2026
Last: Apr 20, 2026
πŸŒ— Moon Phase
Last Quarter
Feeding bonus
πŸƒ Season
Late Fall: fish fattening up
November
🐟 Species
6 game species present
Game & panfish
πŸ“ Lake Size
Size unknown
Surface area

Fishing Tips for Guernsey Lake Today

Fall fish at Guernsey Lake 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 Guernsey Lake 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 bluegill, brown trout and largemouth bass.

Moderate estimated pressure today
Weekend 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 Guernsey Lake

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
BluegillNone25 sunfish combined
Brown Trout8" (most inland lakes)5 trout, max 3 over 15"
Largemouth Bass14"5 bass combined
Rainbow Trout8" (most inland lakes)5 trout, max 3 over 15"
Walleye15"5
πŸ“… Stocking Timeline 5-year history
12 Stocking events
37,615 Fish stocked
2 Species
196d Since last stock
385d Longest gap
Rainbow Trout 8,099
Brown Trout 29,516
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πŸ“‹ Guernsey Lake Stocking Records

Date Species Quantity Size
Apr 20, 2026 Brown Trout 2,800 7.4"
Apr 28, 2025 Brown Trout 2,998 7.5"
Apr 8, 2024 Brown Trout 2,800 7.1"
Apr 18, 2023 Brown Trout 2,700 7.1"
Apr 21, 2022 Brown Trout 2,990 7.2"
Apr 5, 2021 Brown Trout 3,000 6.5"
Apr 13, 2020 Brown Trout 3,190 7.1"
Apr 16, 2019 Brown Trout 2,943 7.2"
Oct 29, 2018 Rainbow Trout 5,000 3.4"
May 15, 2018 Brown Trout 2,996 7.2"
May 11, 2017 Brown Trout 3,099 7.8"
Apr 13, 2017 Rainbow Trout 3,099 6.8"
Apr 5, 2016 Brown Trout 3,198 7.6"
May 28, 2014 Brown Trout 2,999 7.9"
Sep 24, 2013 Walleye 1,000 5.8"
Apr 25, 2013 Brown Trout 3,230 7.1"
May 7, 2012 Brown Trout 3,710 7.1"
Apr 13, 2011 Brown Trout 3,000 6.9"
Apr 7, 2010 Brown Trout 3,400 6.7"
Oct 1, 2009 Walleye 1,000 5.9"
Apr 22, 2009 Brown Trout 3,300 7.4"
Apr 22, 2008 Brown Trout 2,998 7.5"
Apr 3, 2007 Brown Trout 2,795 6.8"
Apr 14, 2006 Brown Trout 2,999 6.4"
Apr 22, 2005 Brown Trout 3,000 3.7"
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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 67 historical stocking events at this lake. Next likely stocking window: Apr.
Peak Stocking Months
Apr May Oct
Most Stocked Species
Brown Trout Rainbow Trout Walleye

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

βš“ Guernsey Lake Boat Launches (1)

One public access site is listed for Guernsey 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 Kalkaska County boat launches.

Guernsey Lake State Forest Campground Gravel ramp Fee required 1 trailer lane 8 parking
Amenities
Vault toilet, AIS signage, Accessible restrooms
Hours
08:00-22:00
Phone
231-922-5270
Record updated
April 2026
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