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

Escanaba River

Delta

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

Escanaba River is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Sturgeon River

Delta

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

Sturgeon River is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Whitefish River

Delta

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

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

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Ford River

Delta

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

Ford River is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Haymeadow Creek

Delta

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

Haymeadow Creek is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Days River

Delta

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

Days River is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Jackpine Lake

Delta

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Jackpine Lake is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Corner Lake Chain

Delta

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +34 more

Corner Lake Chain is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Gooseneck Lake

Delta

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +35 more

Gooseneck Lake is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Bark River

Delta

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

The Bark River flows through Delta County in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, draining into Little Bay de Noc on Lake Michigan. It is managed under the Northern Lake Michigan unit and is known for warmwater species including Northern Pike and Smallmouth Bass.

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Bark River

Delta

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The Bark River flows through Delta County in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, draining into Little Bay de Noc on Lake Michigan. It is managed under the Northern Lake Michigan unit and is known for warmwater species including Northern Pike and Smallmouth Bass.

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Whitefish River, East Branch

Delta

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

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Black Creek

Delta

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

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

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Dana Lake

Delta

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +32 more

Dana Lake is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Fishdam River

Delta

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

Fishdam River is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Ogontz River

Delta

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

Ogontz River is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Boney Falls Basin

Delta

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +34 more

Boney Falls Basin is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Carr Creek

Delta

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

Carr Creek is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Chippeny Creek

Delta

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +71 more

Chippeny Creek is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Johnson Creek

Delta

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

Johnson Creek is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Carr Lake

Delta

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +33 more

Carr Lake is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Lyman Lake

Delta

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +34 more

Lyman Lake is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Camp 7 Lake

Delta

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +30 more

Camp 7 Lake is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Carr Ponds

Delta

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +29 more

Carr Ponds is a fishing water in Delta County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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