Kuhn Lake, Michigan: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  In Michigan, Kuhn Lake falls inside Genesee County. It lies 902 feet above sea level. About 3 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. Most waters listed here for Genesee County are larger. Goodrich is the closest town at 1.7 miles. Ortonville is 4.1 miles away, with Grand Blanc at 8 miles. Two sets of local rules meet not far from this water.

• Where to Fish on Kuhn Lake

  Nothing in our records gives a depth for this one. Where the bottom changes texture, fish gather; find that line. On a natural lake the weed line and the shelf beyond it do the work. Across Genesee County, recorded fish include bluegill, largemouth bass and pink salmon. Records at this level tell you what is in the area. On Kuhn Lake the quiet end is the one worth the extra effort.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July runs about 70°F on average, January about 21°F. The freeze arrives properly here and holds. Hard cover is dependable here; it goes around early April. The lid tends to go about early April and return around mid December. From the thaw to midsummer the fishing improves week by week. At Kuhn Lake the season follows that pattern closely.

• Tackle & Baits

  Our records carry no access rule either way. Nothing built is recorded close to the bank here. For the bass here, soft plastics worked slow along cover and a spinnerbait for searching do most of the work. Rules for this water may differ from the county norm. Some ground is open by custom rather than by right, so tread carefully. If the gate is shut, Shinanguag Lake at 1.6 miles is the nearest alternative. Check the position on Kuhn Lake before loading the car.