Last updated: September 24, 2025
Place
Tucker Lake
NPS Photo/D. Newman
Quick Facts
Location:
GPS Coordinates 44.9032,-85.9551
Amenities
3 listed
Beach/Water Access, Canoe/Kayak/Small Boat Launch, Parking - Auto
Tucker Lake is located near the Crystal River canoe launch site. Tucker Lake is part of the Crystal River watershed. Access to Tucker Lake is by way of a small drive off of South Dunns Farm Road. There is ample parking for four or five cars, with a sandy boat launch. There are no restrooms or fishing dock at this location.
Tucker Lake is closed to power-driven vessels from April 1 through October 31 and limited to two-horsepower motors the rest of the year. Electric motors are permitted year-round. The lake is surrounded by wetlands and is connected to Fisher Lake by a short channel.The average depth is approximately 9 feet.
Fish species that have been collected from Tucker Lake include- Northern pike, bluegill, largemouth bass, pumpkinseed, rock bass, and yellow perch. The majority of the fish are bluegill.\
Tucker Lake is closed to power-driven vessels from April 1 through October 31 and limited to two-horsepower motors the rest of the year. Electric motors are permitted year-round. The lake is surrounded by wetlands and is connected to Fisher Lake by a short channel.The average depth is approximately 9 feet.
Fish species that have been collected from Tucker Lake include- Northern pike, bluegill, largemouth bass, pumpkinseed, rock bass, and yellow perch. The majority of the fish are bluegill.\
Paddle safe
Before going out for a paddle, check the weather. Have a boating plan and make sure others know it. Always wear safety gear, including personal flotation devices. Buddy up, don't go out alone. Check your boat and make sure it is safe for conditions. And always keep the shoreline in sight .Fish species found in the lake include, longnose gar, bowfin, central mudminnow, northern pike, bluntnose minnow, common carp, common shiner, sand shiner, white sucker, brown bullhead, bluegill, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, Johnny darter, walleye, channel catfish, and yellow perch. In the late summer months coho salmon can be seen in the lake as they make their way to the fish hatchery.
Paddle safe
Before going out for a paddle, check the weather. Have a boating plan and make sure others know it. Buddy up, don't go out alone. Check your boat and make sure it is safe for conditions. And always keep the shoreline in sight.Wear It!
The State of Michigan requires all vessels have a life jacket or personal flotation device for every person on board or being towed.Clean Your Boats
Please clean, drain, and dry your boat after you leave any body of water, especially Lake Michigan, to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. This is especially important for our inland lakes