Ore Lake
Livingston
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Location | Livingston, Michigan |
| Nearest city | Detroit, about 40 miles straight-line |
| Depth | 81 ft max depth · 15 charted depth bands, full depth map |
| License | Michigan fishing license required, issued by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) |
Data: GilledIt venue directory, July 2026. Confirm details with the venue or state agency before traveling.
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Ore Lake is a surveyed public lake in Livingston County, Michigan, dropping beyond 81ft at its deepest surveyed contour: deep, two-story water with 18 mapped depth bands from the official DNR survey. Check local access points and Michigan fishing regulations before traveling.
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Depth map for Ore Lake
Ore Lake has a surveyed depth map from official state lake survey data: 15 charted depth bands down to 81 ft, the deepest hole, and notes on fishing the depth profile. View the interactive depth map.
Ore Lake: frequently asked questions
Yes, Ore Lake is a fishing venue in Livingston. Contact the venue directly to confirm rules and hours.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) publishes seasons, bag limits, stocking schedules and special regulations for Michigan public waters. Check its website before fishing at venues like Ore Lake. Private venues may set their own additional rules, so confirm with the operator too.
Yes, anglers fishing in Michigan need a valid state fishing license, even on private waters like Ore Lake. Licenses are issued by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR); some states require a separate freshwater/saltwater stamp. Resident, non-resident, and short-term licenses are typically available online. Our Michigan fishing license guide at /us/blog/michigan-fishing-license-guide covers current prices, where to buy, and who is exempt.
Directory data as of July 2026.
Plan your visit to Ore Lake
Check the rules, grab your license, and go fishing. Confirm access and hours with the venue or state agency before traveling.
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