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

St. Marys River

Chippewa

American Brook Lamprey Atlantic Salmon Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +90 more

St. Marys River is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Tahquamenon River

Chippewa

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

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

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Dukes Lake

Chippewa

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +31 more

Dukes Lake is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Naomikong Pond

Chippewa

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +30 more

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

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Potagannissing Bay

Chippewa

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +35 more

Potagannissing Bay is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Caribou Lake

Chippewa

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +35 more

Caribou Lake is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Frenchman Lake

Chippewa

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +35 more

Frenchman Lake is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Black Creek

Chippewa

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Crappie +77 more

Black Creek is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Roxbury Pond East

Chippewa

Black Crappie Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +30 more

Roxbury Pond East is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Trout Brook

Chippewa

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Blacknose Shiner +67 more

Trout Brook is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Carp (Trout) Lake

Chippewa

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +35 more

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

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Lake Nicolet

Chippewa

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brown Bullhead +36 more

Lake Nicolet is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Monocle Lake

Chippewa

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +31 more

Monocle Lake is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Charlotte River

Chippewa

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Crappie +79 more

Charlotte River is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Albany Creek

Chippewa

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

Albany Creek is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Ankadosh Creek

Chippewa

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

Ankadosh Creek is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Bear Creek

Chippewa

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +72 more

Bear Creek is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Biscuit Creek

Chippewa

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +72 more

Biscuit Creek is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Bissel Creek

Chippewa

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +72 more

Bissel Creek is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Hemlock Creek

Chippewa

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +72 more

Hemlock Creek is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Lake George

Chippewa

Black Crappie Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +37 more

Lake George is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Munuscong Lake

Chippewa

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brown Bullhead +35 more

Munuscong Lake is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Naomikong Creek

Chippewa

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

Naomikong Creek is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Pine River

Chippewa

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +76 more

Pine River is a fishing water in Chippewa County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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