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Beaver Lake

πŸ“ Alpena County, Michigan

Beaver Lake is a fishing water in Alpena County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

37
Fish species
1
Boat launches
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Public access
Conditions today C+ 56/100 Average conditions Last stocked Jun 8, 2016 Walleye, 10.4 years 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 Beaver 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, largemouth bass and muskellunge), 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 Jun 8, 2016
Last: Jun 8, 2016
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 Beaver Lake Today

Fall fish at Beaver 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 Beaver 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, largemouth bass and muskellunge.

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.

🐟 Fish Species in Beaver Lake

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πŸ“… Best Time to Fish Beaver Lake

Combined bite activity across all 37 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
Largemouth Bass14"5 bass combined
Muskellunge42"1 per license year (registration required)
Northern Pike24"2
Smallmouth Bass14"5 bass combined
Walleye15"5
Yellow PerchNone25
Rock BassNone25 sunfish combined

πŸ“‹ Beaver Lake Stocking Records

Date Species Quantity Size
Jun 8, 2016 Walleye 35,640 1.4"
Jun 15, 2015 Walleye 38,690 1.5"
Jun 19, 2013 Walleye 42,480 1.6"
Jun 14, 2011 Walleye 35,606 1.5"
Jun 12, 2006 Walleye 15,538 1.9"
Jun 7, 2006 Walleye 8,750 1.7"
Jun 6, 2006 Walleye 6,100 1.7"
Jun 17, 2004 Walleye 10,500 1.8"
Jun 16, 2004 Walleye 25,800 1.7"
Jun 10, 2004 Northern Pike 2,000 3.0"
Jun 16, 2003 Northern Pike 2,000 3.0"
Jun 20, 2002 Walleye 35,000 1.6"
Jun 15, 2002 Northern Pike 2,500 2.5"
Jun 30, 2001 Northern Pike 500 3.9"
Jun 21, 2000 Walleye 5,040 1.9"
Jun 7, 2000 Northern Pike 2,000 1.8"
May 31, 2000 Walleye 35,000 1.2"
Jun 29, 1998 Walleye 7,600 1.7"
May 25, 1998 Northern Pike 1,500 2.0"
May 25, 1998 Walleye 40,000 1.7"
Jun 11, 1997 Northern Pike 600 3.5"
Jul 16, 1996 Walleye 16,317 1.7"
Jun 21, 1996 Walleye 34,800 1.7"
May 31, 1996 Northern Pike 5,000 3.0"
Jun 1, 1995 Northern Pike 10,000 3.0"
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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 58 historical stocking events at this lake. Next likely stocking window: May.
Peak Stocking Months
Jun May Jul
Most Stocked Species
Walleye Northern Pike Muskellunge

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

βš“ Beaver Lake Boat Launches (1)

One public access site is listed for Beaver 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 Alpena County boat launches.

Beaver Lake Paved ramp Fee required 20 parking
Amenities
Vault toilet, Boating pier, Fishing pier, Fish cleaning station, AIS signage, Accessible pier, Accessible restrooms
Hours
Open at all times
Phone
989-379-4462
Record updated
April 2026
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