ice conditions in Grayling/Lewiston Area?

[theozmeister]

has anyone heard about ice conditions on any of the small to mid-sized lakes up there, lookin to fish Big Creek Impoundment and possibly one of the twin lakes in lewiston next week. also, if anyone is willin to give up a lake or two that has some decent walleye/pike fishin thru the ice in the area, it would be greatly appreciated

[khaaxma]

Around Alpena we have at least 7" in most places. Have you thought about the Fletcher Floodwater for pike? There are some monster pike in there!

[theozmeister]

you know, i didnt even think to give that a try. i did ok this past summer on bass, but like you said, ive heard of some massive pike in there. only problem is i lack the funds to purchase electronics and i fear that since its such a large body of water, i would have difficulty locating fish.

[khaaxma]

Many of the ice fisherman favor the west end and you won't have any trouble seeing where they are fishing. Tip-ups with big chub minnows will do the trick.

[mbrooks]

I heard they are starting to get some walleyes on Lake Margarethe. Have not been there myself yet. Might want to give Skips Sport Shop a call. He usually is in the know about lakes aroud there. His number is 989-348-7111 Hope this helps.

[theozmeister]

ive never fished it, any tips?

[TrekJeff]

Fletchers

[mbrooks]

ive never fished it, any tips?

There's a launch on the west side that everyone uses. Its a bit of a trec back there and the roads last year were not well maintained. But You'll see where most guys are going about 500 yards out from the launch and I think it was only 18 feet. I could see walleye under me but couldn't manage a strike. Did catch a few nice perch though.(last year). I have a map of the lake and it shows down by the military grounds at the south end there's a lot of sunken cover. Have not traveled that far cause I have no ATV or sled. Might be a spot to check out..

[theozmeister]

thanks a bunch, reallly appreciate the info! may just have to give it a shot.