Lake Macatawa Fishing Forecast

42.782° N, 86.1807° W

Fishing conditions for Lake Macatawa

Today Tomorrow Jul 17 Jul 18 Jul 19 Jul 20
sunrise 06:18
sunset 21:22

Biting score

84%
Good biting conditions

The best time for fishing is night, morning and afternoon

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  • Good biting conditions
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  • OK biting conditions
  • OK biting conditions

Now, July 15
10:27 AM

CloudyDay2
26° FEELS LIKE23°
wind
4.1 m/s GUSTS6.15 m/s
101.8 kPa RISING PRESSURE
humidity
73%
uv index
0low
cloud cover
25%
visibility
24km
moon rise
06:13AM
moon
moonNew
  • Lake Macatawa Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today

    Current fishing activity in Lake Macatawa, United States, according to the solunar forecast, is moderate, which leads to a medium bite score.

    Over the next 6 days, the highest fish activity is expected on Today (5 PM peak), Tomorrow (5 PM peak), and Sunday (8 PM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Lake Macatawa.

  • Air conditions

    The air temperature is 79°F (26°C) . Sunrise today: 06:18 AM, sunset: 09:22 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is mostly clear.

    The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .

    The wind is coming from the north at 9.2 mph (4.1 m/s), with gusts reaching 13.8 mph (6.15 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30.06 inHg (764 mmHg).

  • Moon Phases

    The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 6:13 AM and moonset at 9:17 PM.

About this spot

Fishing info

  • Experience

    The spot boasts amenities such as picnic areas, boat ramps, docks, bank fishing, and wheelchair accessibility, enhancing its family-friendly and versatile nature. Though some find the area murky, it still offers abundant fishing opportunities for species like Northern pike and Largemouth bass.

  • Tips

    Fish for catfish and bass using spinnerbait near tree patches for success. The murky conditions may necessitate cleaning gear post-fishing. Mornings with light winds provide ideal fishing conditions due to calmer waters.

  • Fishing seasons

    The mild summer daytime highs around 70 to 73°F with rare winds over 13 mph provide stable fishing conditions. Winter brings challenging conditions with temperatures from 20 to 28°F and some high winds. Spring and fall have moderate temperatures from 46 to 53°F with winds under 20 mph, offering varied conditions.

  • Lake Macatawa Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today

    Current fishing activity in Lake Macatawa, United States, according to the solunar forecast, is moderate, which leads to a medium bite score.

    Over the next 6 days, the highest fish activity is expected on Today (5 PM peak), Tomorrow (5 PM peak), and Sunday (8 PM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Lake Macatawa.

  • Air conditions

    The air temperature is 79°F (26°C) . Sunrise today: 06:18 AM, sunset: 09:22 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is mostly clear.

    The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .

    The wind is coming from the north at 9.2 mph (4.1 m/s), with gusts reaching 13.8 mph (6.15 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30.06 inHg (764 mmHg).

  • Moon Phases

    The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 6:13 AM and moonset at 9:17 PM.

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About this spot

Reviews 1

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    Windy AI 08 July 2026
    Lake Macatawa near Holland in Ottawa/Allegan Counties, Michigan, is a warm-water lake connected to Lake Michigan offering walleye, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, yellow perch, and Chinook salmon fishing. Spot Features: Lake Macatawa in Ottawa and Allegan Counties, Michigan, near Holland, is a warm-water lake connected to Lake Michigan through Holland Channel, supporting walleye, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, yellow perch, and Chinook salmon fishing in the West Michigan lake/channel environment. Seasonality: Walleye and smallmouth bass are the primary year-round targets at Lake Macatawa in Ottawa/Allegan Counties, Michigan, near Holland (related to the Holland/Lake Macatawa Lake Michigan area), year-round. Largemouth bass, yellow perch, and Chinook salmon are warm-season species. Lake Macatawa connects to Lake Michigan through a channel at Holland.
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