Walleye is recorded in 9 of the 16 spots within 75 minutes of Grand Rapids. Below are the strongest of them by our score: drive time, depth data, species and public access.
By our bite calendar, Walleye peaks around Grand Rapids in August and September. In November the calendar puts it at “Slow”.
Where to catch Walleye near Grand Rapids
1. Muskegon Lake
Muskegon Lake is a 45-minute drive from downtown Grand Rapids. Launch at Fisherman's Landing, the public ramp on Muskegon Lake closest to downtown (≈ 34.9 mi). Public access on Muskegon Lake: 6 boat ramps. Surveyed depths reach 79 ft. Recorded here: Walleye, Muskellunge, Gizzard Shad, and Flathead Catfish.
2. Lake Macatawa
Lake Macatawa is a 35-minute drive from downtown Grand Rapids. Launch at Kollen Park, the public ramp on Lake Macatawa closest to downtown (≈ 26.2 mi). Public access on Lake Macatawa: 3 boat ramps. Surveyed depths reach 40 ft. Recorded here: Walleye, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, and Lake Trout.
3. Green Lake
Green Lake is a 24-minute drive from downtown Grand Rapids. Launch at Green Lake, the public ramp on Green Lake closest to downtown (≈ 15 mi). Public access on Green Lake: 1 boat ramp. Surveyed depths reach 60 ft. Recorded here: Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Cisco, and Black Crappie.
4. Whitefish Lake
Whitefish Lake is a 32-minute drive from downtown Grand Rapids. Surveyed depths reach 54 ft. Recorded here: Walleye, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Redfin Pickerel.
5. Gun Lake
Gun Lake is a 39-minute drive from downtown Grand Rapids. Launch at Yankee Springs Recreation Area Campground, the public ramp on Gun Lake closest to downtown (≈ 25.1 mi). Public access on Gun Lake: 3 boat ramps. Surveyed depths reach 68 ft. Recorded here: Walleye, Muskellunge, Northern Pike, and Flathead Catfish.
6. Wabasis Lake
Wabasis Lake is a 34-minute drive from downtown Grand Rapids. Launch at Wabasis Lake Park, the public ramp on Wabasis Lake closest to downtown (≈ 18.3 mi). Public access on Wabasis Lake: 1 boat ramp. Surveyed depths reach 50 ft. Recorded here: Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Pumpkinseed, and Bluegill.
