Michigan's Rivers and Lakes

Michigan has 11,000 inland lakes, more freshwater shoreline than any other state in the nation, tens of thousands of miles of rivers and streams, and more than 3,000 miles of water trails - all yours to enjoy! Discover how as you step into a fishing boat, reel in a big fish and learn about Michigan's world-class fishing opportunities - by boat, pier or shore, on the Detroit River, throughout the Great Lakes and across our inland waters. Next, paddle down a river in our kayaking simulator and discover the adventures that await on Michigan's waters, from paddle boards, canoes and kayaks to motorized boats and wave runners.

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