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Notable lake · Marquette, Michigan

Second Bass Lake

Second Bass Lake is a lake in Marquette, Michigan.

Second Bass Lake: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this lake: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Second Bass Lake

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Second Bass Lake — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 46.68539, -87.63647. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Second Bass Lake full? Are the gates open?

    No visitor has reported the water level status for Second Bass Lake yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Second Bass Lake?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Second Bass Lake?

    Nearby: Marquette Underwater Preserve (sanctuary, 8 km), Lake Independence (lake, 18 km), Lake Independence (lake, 18 km), Silver Lake Dam (lake, 19 km), Granite Island Lighthouse (river spot, 22 km), Big Bay Point Lighthouse (beach, 22 km).

    Is Second Bass Lake worth visiting?

    Second Bass Lake is listed as a notable lake in Michigan on Spotwander.