How many lakes are in Michigan?

Michigan has over 2,019 documented lakes, ponds, and water bodies in our database. Combined with four of the five Great Lakes and over 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, Michigan offers more freshwater fishing access than virtually anywhere else in the country.

Which Michigan lake has the most DNR stocking history?

Lake Michigan in Allegan County leads with 2,696 recorded stocking events in the DNR database. Lakes with long stocking histories are generally excellent targets for trout, salmon, and walleye.

What fish are stocked in Michigan lakes?

The Michigan DNR stocks over a dozen species in inland lakes — primarily rainbow trout, brown trout, lake trout, chinook salmon, coho salmon, walleye, and muskellunge. Each lake page on this site shows its full stocking history by species and year.

How do I find a good fishing lake in Michigan?

Use the search and filters above to narrow by county, fish species, or lake name. Lake cards show stocking event counts, species present, and boat launch availability. Sorting by stocking count surfaces the most actively managed fisheries.

Are Michigan lake stocking records public information?

Yes. The Michigan DNR publishes fish stocking records as public data. This site aggregates that data and makes it searchable by lake, county, species, and year. Historical records are available to all visitors.

Do I need a boat to fish Michigan lakes?

Not always. Many Michigan lakes have public shore fishing access, county parks, and DNR boating access sites with bank fishing areas. Each lake page lists available boat launches, including carry-in access points suitable for kayaks and canoes.

Search Michigan Fishing Lakes — DNR Stocking Records, Species & Boat Launches

Island Lake

Alger

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +36 more

Island Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Mirror Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +31 more

Mirror Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Au Train River

Alger

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +80 more

Au Train River is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Lost Lake

Alger

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +36 more

Lost Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Moccasin Lake

Alger

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +33 more

Moccasin Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Nevins Lake

Alger

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +34 more

Nevins Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Irwin Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +29 more

Irwin Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Sucker River

Alger

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +74 more

Sucker River is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Ackerman Lake

Alger

Arctic grayling Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +32 more

Ackerman Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Hike Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +28 more

Hike Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Otter Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brown Trout +32 more

Otter Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Big Indian River

Alger

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +73 more

Big Indian River is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Anna River

Alger

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +78 more

Anna River is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Grand Sable Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +32 more

Grand Sable Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Cox Pond

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +28 more

Cox Pond is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Carp Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +31 more

Carp Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Kingston Lake

Alger

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +33 more

Kingston Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Whitefish River, East Branch

Alger

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +74 more

Whitefish River, East Branch is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Lake Stella

Alger

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +35 more

Lake Stella is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Rock River

Alger

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +75 more

Rock River is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Cook Lake

Alger

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +35 more

Cook Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Hurricane River

Alger

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +74 more

Hurricane River is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Cloverleaf Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +30 more

Cloverleaf Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Bar Lake

Alger

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +34 more

Bar Lake is a fishing water in Alger County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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