Idlewild Lake is a fishing water in Lake County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).
| Species | Population | Best technique |
|---|---|---|
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Lepomis macrochirus
|
Worms, crickets, small spinners near docks and weeds | |
|
Ameiurus nebulosus
|
Bottom fishing at night with nightcrawlers, chicken liver, stink baits, or cut bait on a simple sinker rig. No need for fancy gear -- a cane pole and worm works fine. | |
|
Micropterus salmoides
|
Plastic worms, crankbaits, topwater frogs near lily pads | |
|
Esox lucius
|
Spoons, large swimbaits, sucker minnows under a bobber |