Fishing is a great way to reconnect with the outdoors and spend quality time with friends and family.  There are thousands of lakes, rivers, streams, and ponds here in Michigan and from any point in Michigan you are never more than 85 miles from one of the Great Lakes. 

We are fortunate in Michigan to enjoy our water resources.  We lead the nation in boater registration and we have more coastline than any state except Alaska.  There are a number of fish species that anyone can pursue here in Michigan, from bluegills in the neighborhood pond, to brown trout on a fly, to deep running lake trout. 

Fishing Season Dates & Regulations

Ø      For information relating to season dates, creel limits, size restrictions, and method of take please click here

Inland Lake Maps and Natural Rivers

Ø      Obtain an inland lake map

Ø      Get information on natural rivers

Educational Opportunities, Lake Michigan Public Access Guide, Free Fishing Weekend, and Weekly Fishing Report

Ø      Educational Opportunities

Ø      Free Fishing Weekend

Ø      Lake Michigan Public Access Guide

Ø      Weekly Fishing Report

Purchasing a Fishing License

Ø      To purchase a fishing license online, please click here