South & Middle Branch Black River is a fishing water in Van Buren County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).
Fishing pressure is our estimate of how busy South & Middle Branch Black River is likely to be today. It looks at the day of the week, the time of year, and whether the lake has been stocked recently, because fresh stockings tend to draw anglers. Lower pressure usually means more room to work the water for flathead catfish, brown trout and chinook salmon.
Low pressure. Good conditions for a relaxed day on the water.
Estimate based on day of week, season, and recent stocking. Not a live crowd count.
Combined bite activity across all 81 species in this lake.
| Species | Min size | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|
| Flathead Catfish | 15" | 5 |
| Brown Trout | 8" (most inland lakes) | 5 trout, max 3 over 15" |
| Rainbow Trout | 8" (most inland lakes) | 5 trout, max 3 over 15" |