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

Nawakwa Lake

Alger

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +33 more

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

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Triangle Lake

Alger

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +33 more

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

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Hovey Lake

Alger

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +32 more

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

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Lavender Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +29 more

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

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Laughing Whitefish River

Alger

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

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

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Grass Lake

Alger

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +33 more

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

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Thornton Lake

Alger

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +32 more

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

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Addis Lake(s)

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +28 more

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

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AuTrain Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +31 more

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

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Baldy Lake

Alger

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +34 more

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

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Casey Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brown Bullhead +29 more

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

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Cheryls Pond

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +28 more

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

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Deer Lake

Alger

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +30 more

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

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Deerfoot Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brown Bullhead +28 more

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

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Fish Lake

Alger

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +35 more

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

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Grimes Lake

Alger

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +32 more

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

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Kays Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +28 more

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

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Little Round Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brown Bullhead +30 more

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

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McComb Lake

Alger

Black Crappie Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +30 more

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

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Miners River

Alger

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

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

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Moccassin Lake

Alger

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +29 more

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

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Rock Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +28 more

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

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Sand Lake

Alger

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +31 more

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

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Spruce Lake

Alger

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +29 more

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

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