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Where to fish

Better Fishing Waters

Our fisheries management biologists have complied this list of locations that offer good fishing opportunities for the indicated species. 

Master Angler Map

Information on all state-record and Master Angler catches — showing you where thousands of other anglers have had success.

Family Friendly Fishing Waters

Fishing locations that are easy for families to access and have a high likelihood of catching fish.

Trout Trails

Biologist-verified great trout waters that are often lesser known.

Inland lake maps

Michigan has more than 11,000 inland lakes. For about 2,700 of these, we have inland lake maps available.

Fishing at state park and forest campgrounds

Michigan has state park and state forest campgrounds throughout the state with access to fishing.

Boating access

Explore Michigan's boat launch locator, which includes fish species information for various waterbodies.

Roadmaps to fishing the Great Lakes

Learn more about when and where to target fish species when fishing Michigan's Great Lakes waters.

Fish stocking database

Find out when, where and which species have been stocked throughout the state.

Weekly fishing report

This weekly report is intended to give you an idea of fishing conditions around the state.

Great Lakes charter fishing

Find a Great Lakes fishing charter for a memorable day of fishing.