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

Rice Creek

Calhoun

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +68 more

Rice Creek is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Nottawa River

Calhoun

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Buffalo +73 more

Nottawa River is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Battle Creek River

Calhoun

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Buffalo +76 more

Battle Creek River is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Seven Mile Creek

Calhoun

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +69 more

Seven Mile Creek is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Nottawa Lake

Calhoun

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +28 more

Nottawa Lake is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Goguac Lake

Calhoun

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Central Mudminnow +26 more

Goguac Lake is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Wabascon Lake

Calhoun

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +27 more

Wabascon Lake is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Gordon Lake

Calhoun

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Central Mudminnow +24 more

Gordon Lake is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Graham Lake

Calhoun

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +24 more

Graham Lake is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Homer Lake

Calhoun

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +25 more

Homer Lake is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Kalamazoo River

Calhoun

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Buffalo +74 more

Kalamazoo River is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Lake-of-the-Woods (Rose Lake)

Calhoun

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +26 more

Lake-of-the-Woods (Rose Lake) is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Lane Lake

Calhoun

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +24 more

Lane Lake is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Lee Lake

Calhoun

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +24 more

Lee Lake is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Prairie Lake

Calhoun

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +27 more

Prairie Lake is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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St. Joseph River

Calhoun

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Buffalo +73 more

St. Joseph River is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Stuart (Brace) Lakes

Calhoun

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +24 more

Stuart (Brace) Lakes is a fishing water in Calhoun County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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