Middle Lake near White Cloud: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  You will find Middle Lake in Newaygo County, Michigan. Elevation runs to 951 feet. It measures about 31 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. White Cloud sits 9.7 miles from the bank. Grand Rapids is the closest city, 50 miles away. Within easy reach: Moonbeam Lake 0.4 miles, Shelley Lake a touch under 1.6 miles, Indian Lake 1.6 miles, Webinguaw Lake a touch under 1.8 miles and Berger Pond 2 miles. It sits well inside its county, with no border complications.

• Where to Fish on Middle Lake

  Open data we checked carries no depth for this water. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. County-wide records name largemouth bass, bluegill and yellow perch. County records show the wider picture rather than this one place. On Middle Lake the quiet end is the one worth the extra effort.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Typical July readings run about 68°F; by January the average is down near 20°F. Expect a real winter and a strong spring after it. After early April the shallows warm and the fish move up. Averages suggest open water from about early April through to roughly mid December. Reckon on open water from spring through to late autumn, with May and June the strongest. Plan any trip to Middle Lake around it.

• Tackle & Baits

  We have no record of the rules that apply on this bank. You will be walking about half a mile from the nearest car park. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Barbless rules turn up on managed water more often than not. If the gate is shut, Moonbeam Lake at 0.4 miles is the nearest alternative. Confirm access to Middle Lake locally before you travel.