Air quality across the state is being affected by wildfire smoke. Before heading outdoors, get information on current conditions and alerts at Michigan.gov/MiAir, and learn about the state’s response to inform and protect the public at Michigan.gov/EGLEWildfireSmoke.
Our fisheries management biologists have complied this list of locations that offer good fishing opportunities for the indicated species.
Information on all state-record and Master Angler catches — showing you where thousands of other anglers have had success.
Fishing locations that are easy for families to access and have a high likelihood of catching fish.
Biologist-verified great trout waters that are often lesser known.
Michigan has more than 11,000 inland lakes. For about 2,700 of these, we have inland lake maps available.
Michigan has state park and state forest campgrounds throughout the state with access to fishing.
Explore Michigan's boat launch locator, which includes fish species information for various waterbodies.
Learn more about when and where to target fish species when fishing Michigan's Great Lakes waters.
Find out when, where and which species have been stocked throughout the state.
This weekly report is intended to give you an idea of fishing conditions around the state.
Find a Great Lakes fishing charter for a memorable day of fishing.
