Lake Profile

Muskies in the 40-inch class, along with a few larger specimens, can now be expected to be caught.

Crappie numbers have remained pretty stable over the years in East Rush and currently appear to be quite strong.

Cannon’s walleyes also grow extremely fast. It’s a fertile system that’s loaded with an abundance of forage in the way of perch, shiner minnows, suckers, and various other minnow species that lead to accelerated growth

Bluegills over 9 inches and crappies in the 12-inch class are common.

Crappies, and to some extent walleyes, provide secondary fishing options.

From panfish to muskies, Shamineau really does have something to offer every angler. It’s considered a destination lake in the area, and its reputation as a consistent fish producer is no secret.

While being an excellent multi-species fishery might be its calling card, this 1,451-acre lake near Longville also gives up plenty of trophy-caliber fish.

“Historically, Coon has been a good bass lake during the summer and always a solid panfish and pike fishery in the winter.”

Largemouth and smallmouth bass currently will provide your most consistent fishing on Little Birch. Both bass species are available in healthy numbers, which includes a very good size structure.