Fishing at Tody Lake, Lapeer County, Michigan

• Overview

  The Lapeer County entry here is Tody Lake, in Michigan. The bank is 958 feet above sea level. About 19 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. The whole outline is near 1.0 miles, and most of it is walkable. Nearest town is Goodrich, 3.5 miles off. Ortonville is 3.7 miles and Davison 9.8 miles. A border sits close enough to be relevant to the paperwork.

• Where to Fish on Tody Lake

  No depth figure has reached our records, which makes a plummet useful. On a natural lake the weed line and the shelf beyond it do the work. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. Lapeer County records list bluegill, largemouth bass, pink salmon, black crappie and northern pike among the fish reported. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. At Tody Lake the first feature you find is worth twenty minutes.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warm month here averages 70°F; the cold one sits at 21°F. Winter puts a hard lid on this one. Look for the thaw near early April; the fishing lifts straight after. On the long-run averages the water opens up around early April and starts locking again about mid December. Fishing peaks soon after break-up and again before the cold returns. At Tody Lake the season follows that pattern closely.

• Tackle & Baits

  We have no record of the rules that apply on this bank. No dam controls it, and the level follows the season. Mapping shows no built access close by; expect to walk in from wherever you can leave the car. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Look for a notice board at the entrance. Some ground is open by custom rather than by right, so tread carefully. If the gate is shut, Fox Lake at 1.2 miles is the nearest alternative. Confirm access to Tody Lake locally before you travel.