lake in Michigan, USA
Caribbean-blue Torch Lake plunges nearly 300 feet deep, holding lake trout and rainbow trout under Type E rules plus trophy 50-inch-minimum muskellunge and smallmouth bass along its famous sand bars. Located in Michigan's longest inland lake, in Antrim County near Traverse City.
Torch Lake is a lake in Michigan, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region. This guide brings together the fish species you can target, the regulations that apply, and the campsites nearby so you can plan a complete fishing trip.
Anglers fishing Torch Lake can target species including Lake Trout, Muskellunge, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Yellow Perch. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Torch Lake.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Torch Lake. A fishing license is required across most of USA, and daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change from year to year. When FishFinder has matching records, use the regulations link below to review the rules hub before you cast a line.
Explore the species guides for fish recorded at Torch Lake:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Torch Lake:
Anglers at Torch Lake can target species including Lake Trout, Muskellunge, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Yellow Perch. Explore each species on this page to learn its habits, average size, and the tackle that works best.
Yes — a fishing license is required across most of USA. Daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change year to year, so review the regulations on file for Torch Lake before you cast a line.
Torch Lake is a lake in Michigan, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.