Gladwin County offers 3 fishable inland lakes and 10 public boat launches, making it one of Michigan's accessible fishing destinations. Anglers here target Black Crappie, Bluegill, Bluntnose Minnow, Brook Silverside and Central Mudminnow, among other species recorded across county waters. The Michigan DNR has made 27 stocking events in Gladwin County, releasing over 1,020,062 fish, with the most recent activity recorded in June 2026. The most actively stocked waters include Lake Lancer.
Gladwin County waters hold 26 recorded fish species. The most widely distributed include Black Crappie, Bluegill, Bluntnose Minnow, Brook Silverside, Central Mudminnow and Common Shiner. Species presence is based on Michigan DNR stocking records and lake survey data.
According to Michigan DNR stocking records, Walleye is the most actively stocked species in Gladwin County with 27 stocking events and 1,020,062 fish released.
Yes. The Michigan DNR has made 27 stocking events in Gladwin County, releasing over 1,020,062 fish. The most recent stocking on record was in June 2026.
Based on bite activity data across fish species found in Gladwin County, fishing tends to be most active in March, April, May, June, September, October and November. Activity levels vary by species — check individual fish pages for month-by-month bite calendars.
Yes, Gladwin County has 10 public boat launches on record, including Butman Township Park, Hoister Lake and Hoister Lake South, and more. Directions and details for each launch are listed in the boat launches section above.
Yes. Anyone 17 or older fishing in Michigan — including Gladwin County — must have a valid Michigan fishing license issued by the Michigan DNR. Licenses are available at DNR License Centers, many sporting goods stores, and online at michigan.gov/dnr. Residents and non-residents have different license fees. Some waters may also have special regulations, so check the current DNR Fishing Guide before heading out.