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2019 Summer Free Fishing Weekend

Fish for FREE this June 8 & 9. Additionally, the Recreation Passport isn't required those two days, and it's Free ORV Weekend as well! Why not have some outdoor fun?
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NEW: lake trout daily possession limit changed for MM 4
As of April 12, 2019 the daily possession limit for lake trout in Lake Trout Management Unit MM 4 (which includes the ports of Elk Rapids, Traverse City and Northport) has been changed from two fish to one fish. This regulation will remain in effect until the season closes after September 30, 2019.
2019 Michigan Fishing Guide
Rules apply from April 1, 2019 through March 31, 2020.
NEW Boating and Fishing Laws to Prevent the Introduction and Spread of Invasive Species
2019 Inland Trout & Salmon Regulation Maps
This year's color-coded maps are available under the INLAND WATERS - Regulations and Seasons Date tab found through this link.
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