Lake Ovid Fishing Largemouth Bass and Crappie/ Laingsburg Michigan Fishing Sleepy Hollow State Park

Lake Ovid is a reservoir located within Sleepy Hollow State Park, Michigan, which was created in 1974 when a dam was built to block the Little Maple River. Lake Ovid is a shallow lake with an average depth of 10 feet. The deepest areas of the lake do not exceed 30 feet.

We came with Musky fishing in mind but after Jason lost a 6 lb Largemouth Bass at the net I decided to toss some jigs and soft plastics as well but all that got me was a crappie lol. Jason did well on bass with mepps spinners and we both got bad sunburns lol. I tossed a few big musky lures but was often focused on managing the boat.

Many freshwater fish live in the lake including Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, Rock Bass, Crappie, Channel Catfish, Muskellunge (Muskie), and Northern Pike. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources(DNR) has been monitoring the fish population annually and has determined that the smaller species of panfish have been reproducing prolifically and future stocking is going to focus on Muskellunge and Catfish. These predatory species have plenty to eat in the lake and an increase in their numbers will bring a balance to the ecosystem.
A boat landing is available at no charge to anyone with a Michigan State park sticker on their vehicle and is located on the west side of the lake. A "no wake" policy is enforced on the lake in order to maintain a peaceful fishing and boating environment. Many anglers choose to propel their vessels using electric trolling motors which allow for stealthy approaches to fishing locations and wildlife viewing. Canoes and pontoon boats are available for rent from the park for $25 per day.
The dam which holds back the Little Maple River is about 30 feet in height, over 1,000 feet in length and is constructed of earthen mass. The drainage area encompasses over 10 square miles.

US 127 to Exit 91 (Price Rd.), east on Price Road 6 miles to Sleepy Hollow State Park entrance.
Address: 7835 E. Price Rd. Laingsburg, MI 48848
County: Clinton
City/Township: Victor and Ovid Townships
Town/Range/Section: T.6.N R.1.W Section 3
Latitude/Longitude: 42.93040 / -84.40969

Sleepy Hollow State Park contains over 2,600 acres including a river winding its way through the woods, fields and trails. Lake Ovid nestled in the middle of it all was developed by damming the Little Maple River and covers 410-acres. The park offers a year-round opportunity for recreation with 181 modern campsites. 

More than 228 species have been recorded in Sleepy Hollow, from the common Blue Jay to the Eastern Bluebird. During migration, look for waterfowl in Lake Ovid. The rarely recorded Bonaparte's Gull or Bald Eagle also have been sighted. 

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