The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (back of a cove) is open for everyone; the other 4 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Intermediate Lake
Antrim County, Michigan · about 1,490 acres (2.3 sq mi)
46°F water, level steady, calm tomorrow afternoon.
About Intermediate Lake
In Antrim County, Michigan, Intermediate Lake covers about 1,490 acres.
From end to end it runs about 5 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 13.7 miles. At about 610 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. The nearest town, Bellaire, is about 1.3 miles south.
- Size
- About 1,490 acres (2.3 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 13.7 miles
- End to end
- About 5 miles
- Elevation
- About 610 ft
- County
- Antrim County
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 5 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 to expect
Lakes like Intermediate Lake in Michigan usually hold walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and yellow perch. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 46°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodWalleye
Good cool-water bite, best at dusk and after dark.
- GoodNorthern pike
Prime range. Weed edges and shallow bays.
- SlowLargemouth bass
Cold and sluggish. Fish slow and deep near steep banks.
- SlowSmallmouth bass
Cold. Slow presentations on deep rock.
- GoodYellow perch
Schooled near weed edges and soft bottom.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Back of a cove
Sheltered, shallower water where baitfish gather.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
4 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
Steady over 7 days.
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 7:36 am · sunset 5:13 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Intermediate Lake
- Bellaireabout 1.3 mi south
- East Jordanabout 8.9 mi northeast
- Mancelonaabout 9.5 mi southeast
- Elk Rapidsabout 12 mi southwest
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Questions about Intermediate Lake
What fish are in Intermediate Lake?
Lakes like Intermediate Lake usually hold walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and yellow perch. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Intermediate Lake?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Intermediate Lake?
About 1,490 acres, with about 13.7 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Intermediate Lake?
Bellaire is about 1.3 miles south; East Jordan is about 8.9 miles northeast.
What is the water temperature at Intermediate Lake today?
The surface was about 46°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Intermediate Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
