Big /Little Bay DeNoc

[MDC114]

I am thinking of heading to Bay DeNoc in mid-January to fish for walleyes. Has anyone ever been there??? Is it worth it?? Any information on where to stay, where to fish would be appreciated. Thanks. MDC

[slick814]

Bay De Noc & Little Bay De Noc are both great walleye waters. There's a few motels in Escanaba/Gladstone area that are right on the shore of Lake Michigan. Unfortunately I can't think of any other than the Pioneer Inn in Esky, which is in town, but a decent Best Western. There's also a casino/hotel about 10 miles up the road in a small town called Bark River.

As far as where to fish, there's a bait shop in downtown Esky, and another on the way to Gladstone, both of which are pretty good about giving good information as to where the fish have been biting and what's been working.

I'd be prepared for some ice fishing like you've never had it before if you get onto fish. I went a few times 2 years ago, and had a blast every time!

Oh.. and don't forget to practice your "Yooper" talk.. eh?

[MDC114]

Thanks for the information. I appreciate it. MDC

[Beau]

I live on Little Bay de Noc and would be happy to point you in the right direction. Ask away. I'll try to keep it updated here.

[slick814]

MDC - Beau would be someone to talk to. Heck he lives right there...

Beau, what's the name of the resort between Esky & Gladstone? I know that they do charters in summer, but can't remember the name of the place.

Oh, and the cafe that's not too far from it too.. good solid meals for the price. I never could finish a garbage omlet...

[styx]

i would like the info on this as well. Please email me

ddtran002 at yahoo.com

[Guest]

How long of a drive is it from the Twin Cities?

[Beau]

If you want some info e-mail me at beaubodenAThotmail.com. I'll share what I can. So far no ice over here to speak of.

Delona Restaurant between Esky and Gladstone, is the restaurant I think you mean, Lumberjack Breakfast is huge.

If you e-mail me please put Bay de Noc in the Subject line so I can pick you guys out of the SPAM.

[slick814]

Yup.. Delona is the one. AWESOME breakfasts.

As far as the drive. Depends on where in the cities and which way you go.

I'd personally recommend taking 94 East to 29. 29 to Green Bay, and then I believe it's 40 to M35.... take you about 6 - 6 1/2 hours or so.

You could also take Highway 8 through Forest Lake, etc.. but it'll add about 1 - 2 hours of travel time, as it's all 2 lane roads.

[colt44]

There is a site for info all winter long...........http://www.littlebaydenoc.com/report.htm

[smrob]

i grew up there the restraunt is the delona. i live in northfield and it takes me 7 to 8 hours to drive. take I94 to 29 right to green bay then take 41 to 35 at menominee MI. its the fastest route ive taken.