If you have never fished Torch Lake, the very best way to learn the tips and tricks it takes to be a productive angler on Torch Lake is to hire a charter service. Torch Lake is extremely deep, going from an average depth of 100 feet to a maximum depth of 285 feet. Fish behave differently in the clear, cold, deep waters of Torch Lake. Torch Lake guides are busy, so book nine months to a year in advance.