Fishing at Paradise Lodge on Fletcher’s Pond

A Legendary Michigan Fishing Spot
Fletcher’s Pond is one of Michigan’s premier warm-water fisheries, spanning over 9,000 acres in the northeast part of the state. Shallow and vegetation-rich, the pond is ideal for species that thrive in calm, weedy waters. Anglers come from all over to fish these waters, and Paradise Lodge offers front-row access to it all.

Species You’ll Catch - The pond is especially known for its healthy populations of:

  1. Northern Pike – aggressive and plentiful, often over 30 inches
  2. Largemouth Bass – great sport for all experience levels
  3. Black Crappie – perfect for panfishing and light tackle
  4. Bluegill & Pumpkinseed Sunfish – fun for kids and great for the pan
  5. Yellow Perch – abundant and excellent table fare

Perfect for Every Angler

Whether you’re fly fishing from the shoreline, trolling in a small motorboat, or teaching the kids to cast from the dock, Fletcher’s Pond accommodates every kind of fishing adventure. The abundance of nearby water bodies—over 100 in the surrounding area—means you can change up your location without ever leaving the region.