Fishing Torch Lake

AKA: Torch

January 30, 2025

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Torch Lake, MI

Popular Fish Species Torch Lake, MI

Torch Lake Popular Fish - Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Well known in these parts as an awesome smallmouth bass fishery, Torch Lake, continues to uphold its great reputation this year. The smallies are plentiful, fat and healthy. Fishing for smallmouth bass is good anytime they are shallow - in spring, during high water, mornings in summer and during warmer fall afternoons. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap, and around grass use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In winter, spend your time on deeper structure with small worms, jigs and spoons. Largemouth bass also reside here in good numbers.

Lake Trout Fishing

Fishing for lake trout in Torch Lake is often quite good and the schools of fish are plentiful. These large trout can be caught from as shallow as 15 to 30 feet in Spring and Fall, to as deep as 200 feet or more during Summer and Winter. Good electronics are a big help in locating lake trout. They feed on baitfish, so jigs rigged to imitate their prey often work well straight down under the boat. Trolling with numerous set-ups can also produce good catches.

Walleye Fishing

Renowned for excellent walleye fishing, Torch Lake continues to impress anglers this year. May and June tend to be the best time for weekend anglers to catch them. During this time they tend to move shallower and closer to shore. Other times of the year they are more likely to roam around in deeper water, farther from shore. As always, staying close by schools of baitfish. They are eager to feed throughout the lake, but tend to concentrate around structure on points, flats and ledges off the river channels. A proven method for catching walleye here is trolling with spinners tipped with live bait, or trolling with long-billed, deep diving crankbaits. However casting live bait, jigs, worms and spoons also works well at times.

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Guide to fishing for smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, rainbow trout, brown trout, lake trout, steelhead, rock bass, yellow perch, Atlantic salmon, muskie and northern pike at Torch Lake in Michigan.

Known for its crystal clear water, Torch Lake is an excellent destination for boating, beach parties and fishing. Check out fishing reports for popular species at this lake. The lake is 19 miles long with 18,800 surface acres and over 40 miles of shoreline.

Torch Lake, located in northern Michigan, is a picturesque destination known for its crystal-clear turquoise waters and exceptional fishing opportunities. The lake is renowned for its populations of smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, northern pike, yellow perch, and a variety of panfish.

Primary fish species residing in Torch Lake

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Torch Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Fishing Boat Rentals

Sunny Daze Boat Rentals
Rentals: Pontoon boats
231-633-4090

Torch Lake Rentals
Rentals: Pontoon boats
231 322-4495

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Alden Public Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, off Helena Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with docks and limited, gravel parking.

Eastport Landing Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the north side of the lake, off Eastport Landing, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Public Access Torch Lake Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off NW Torchlake Drive, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.

Torch Lake Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast section of the lake, off Pub Doc Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Torch River Bridge Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest corner of the lake, off Cherry Avenue, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and limited, gravel parking.