Ottawa County, MI
Lake Macatawa is a small freshwater reservoir located in Ottawa County. There are two bays, Big Bay and Pine Creek Bay, in the lake. Lake Macatawa offers a lot of spots for amazing fishing.
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It is more preferable to use live baits on Lake Macatawa. The best live baits for fishing here are minnows, worms and nightcrawlers.
The best time for fishing on Lake Macatawa is from 2 AM to 5 AM.
Using worms, corn or dough balls at a depth of 20 feet can be very productive for carp.
If you are looking for walleyes try to fish near the north shore in the spring and the deep holes and shipping channel the rest of the year.
Regulations vary by location. Check the rules for your fish to stay informed and prepared for fishing.
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