How deep is Lake Gogebic?

Lake Gogebic reaches a maximum depth of 35 feet, according to the Michigan DNR Inland Lake Contours survey. Most of the lake is shallower, with 7 mapped depth bands between the shoreline and the deepest hole.

Where is the deepest part of Lake Gogebic?

The deepest surveyed water on Lake Gogebic sits toward the northern end of the lake, inside the 35 ft contour. The interactive depth map above shows the full basin outline and the breaks leading into it.

How accurate is this Lake Gogebic 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 Gogebic depth map

Lake Gogebic in Ontonagon County, Michigan reaches a depth of 35 feet. The official Michigan survey maps 7 depth bands across 12 contour lines. This free map of Lake Gogebic shows every surveyed contour as an interactive depth chart you can use to plan a session before you travel.

Lake Gogebic depth chart: 7 depth bands to 35 ft

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

Lake Gogebic depth chart data
Depth contour	Share of mapped area inside it
5 ft	about 100%
10 ft	about 91%
15 ft	about 80%
20 ft	about 71%
25 ft	about 61%
30 ft	about 34%
35 ft	about 2%

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

How to fish Lake Gogebic: mid-depth structure water

With 35 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 7 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 Gogebic

Lake Gogebic 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 Gogebic depth map FAQs

How deep is Lake Gogebic?: Lake Gogebic reaches a maximum depth of 35 feet, according to the Michigan DNR Inland Lake Contours survey. Most of the lake is shallower, with 7 mapped depth bands between the shoreline and the deepest hole.
Where is the deepest part of Lake Gogebic?: The deepest surveyed water on Lake Gogebic sits toward the northern end of the lake, inside the 35 ft contour. The interactive depth map above shows the full basin outline and the breaks leading into it.
How accurate is this Lake Gogebic 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 Gogebic

Gaylord Lake depth map · 50 ft max · 16 mi away
Ormes Lake depth map · 65+ ft max · 16 mi away
Oxbow Lake depth map · 95 ft max · 17 mi away
Grace Lake depth map · 65 ft max · 18 mi away
Big Mosquito Lake depth map · 65 ft max · 18 mi away

Mapped fishing venues near Lake Gogebic

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

Gaylord Lake · 16 mi away
Ormes Lake · 16 mi away
Oxbow Lake · 17 mi away

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