The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (upper arm) is open for everyone; the other 3 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Higgins Lake
Roscommon County, Michigan · 9,600 acres (15 sq mi)
49°F water, level 1154 ft, calm this morning.
About Higgins Lake
Higgins Lake spreads over 9,600 acres in Roscommon County, Michigan. Higgins Lake is known for its exceptionally clear water, fed substantially by underwater springs, and is split between North and South Higgins Lake State Parks.
It stretches about 6 miles end to end and its shoreline adds up to about 20 miles. Its surface is about 1,150 ft above sea level. It reaches about 135 ft at its deepest. The nearest town, Roscommon, is about 4.7 miles east.
- Size
- 9,600 acres (15 sq mi)
- Deepest
- About 135 ft
- Shoreline
- About 20 miles
- End to end
- About 6 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,150 ft
- Type
- Natural lake
- County
- Roscommon County
- Water
- Known for clear water
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 7:00 am – 9:15 amsunrise
- 3:30 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Saturday Good
- 7:00 am – 9:15 amsunrise · wind 10 mph
- 3:45 pm – 5:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish in Higgins Lake
The fish here: lake trout, trout, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye and yellow perch. At 49°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodLake trout
Cool surface. They come shallower; try shore points.
- GoodTrout
Good range. Near the surface and along shorelines.
- FairSmallmouth bass
Picking up. Look on rocky points and gravel.
- GoodNorthern pike
Prime range. Weed edges and shallow bays.
- GoodWalleye
Good cool-water bite, best at dusk and after dark.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Upper arm
The lake narrows toward the incoming river or creek; moving water carries food.
- 2
- 3
- 4
3 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
7-day trend: not enough daily readings yet.
Latest reading .
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:32 am · sunset 5:13 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Higgins Lake
- Roscommonabout 4.7 mi east
- Houghton Lakeabout 8.2 mi south
- Prudenvilleabout 8.9 mi southeast
- Graylingabout 10 mi north
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Questions about Higgins Lake
What fish are in Higgins Lake?
Higgins Lake holds lake trout, trout, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye and yellow perch. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Higgins Lake?
About 135 ft at the deepest point. The 3-D view shows where the deep water is.
How big is Higgins Lake?
9,600 acres, with about 20 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Higgins Lake?
Roscommon is about 4.7 miles east; Houghton Lake is about 8.2 miles south.
What is the water temperature at Higgins Lake today?
The surface was about 49°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Higgins Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
