How deep is Lake George?

Lake George reaches a maximum depth of 48 feet, according to the Michigan DNR Inland Lake Contours survey. Most of the lake is shallower, with 9 mapped depth bands between the shoreline and the deepest hole.

Where is the deepest part of Lake George?

The deepest surveyed water on Lake George sits toward the southeastern corner of the lake, inside the 48 ft contour. The interactive depth map above shows the full basin outline and the breaks leading into it.

How accurate is this Lake George depth map?

The contours come from the Michigan DNR Inland Lake Contours survey. Depths change over time with water levels and sediment, so treat this map as a planning guide for fishing, and never use it for navigation.

Michigan lake depth maps

Lake George depth map

Lake George in Ogemaw County, Michigan reaches a depth of 48 feet. The official Michigan survey maps 9 depth bands across 16 contour lines. This free map of Lake George shows every surveyed contour as an interactive depth chart you can use to plan a session before you travel.

Lake George depth chart: 9 depth bands to 48 ft

Data: Michigan DNR Inland Lake Contours (public record), retrieved August 2026 · depths change over time · not for navigation

Lake George depth chart data
Depth contour	Share of mapped area inside it
5 ft	about 100%
10 ft	about 89%
20 ft	about 85%
30 ft	about 77%
40 ft	about 61%
45 ft	about 19%

Share of the surveyed surface area enclosed by each depth contour, computed from the Michigan DNR Inland Lake Contours data.

How to fish Lake George: mid-depth structure water

With 48 feet at its deepest, the fish-holding structure is the mid-depth contour: drop-offs, points and inside turns between the shallows and the basin. Use the 9 mapped depth bands to find where contour lines pinch together, which marks the sharpest breaks, and work those edges first, especially early season and again in the fall as fish follow bait between depths.

Ice fishing on Lake George

Lake George is a classic ice-fishing depth: enough water to hold fish all winter without the long freeze-up of a deep basin. Start on the deepest mapped hole at first light, then work the breaks where contour lines tighten. Mid-depth flats near the basin edge produce through midday. Always verify ice thickness locally before walking out.

Lake George depth map FAQs

How deep is Lake George?: Lake George reaches a maximum depth of 48 feet, according to the Michigan DNR Inland Lake Contours survey. Most of the lake is shallower, with 9 mapped depth bands between the shoreline and the deepest hole.
Where is the deepest part of Lake George?: The deepest surveyed water on Lake George sits toward the southeastern corner of the lake, inside the 48 ft contour. The interactive depth map above shows the full basin outline and the breaks leading into it.
How accurate is this Lake George depth map?: The contours come from the Michigan DNR Inland Lake Contours survey. Depths change over time with water levels and sediment, so treat this map as a planning guide for fishing, and never use it for navigation.

Depth maps for lakes near Lake George

Elk Lake depth map · 47 ft max · 7 mi away
Devoe Lake depth map · 53 ft max · 17 mi away
Sage Lake depth map · 80 ft max · 18 mi away
Grousehaven Lake depth map · 54 ft max · 18 mi away
Rifle Lake depth map · 70+ ft max · 19 mi away

Mapped fishing venues near Lake George

Lake George in the venue directory covers access and fishing details for this water.

Elk Lake · 7 mi away
Devoe Lake · 17 mi away
Sage Lake · 18 mi away

Fishing in Michigan needs a state license: Michigan fishing license guide · all Michigan venues