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 2,780 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

Rogue River (above Rockford Dam)

Kent

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Rogue River (above Rockford Dam) is a fishing water in Kent County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Coldwater River

Kent

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

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Cedar Creek

Kent

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

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Lime Lake

Kent

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Lime Lake is a fishing water in Kent County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Lincoln Lake

Kent

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Lincoln Lake is a fishing water in Kent County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Murray Lake

Kent

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Murray Lake is a fishing water in Kent County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Campau Lake

Kent

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Campau Lake is a fishing water in Kent County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Camp Lake

Kent

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Camp Lake is a fishing water in Kent County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Wabasis Lake

Kent

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Wabasis Lake is a fishing water in Kent County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Thornapple River

Kent

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

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Big Pine Island Lake

Kent

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +26 more

Big Pine Island Lake is a fishing water in Kent County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Reeds Lake

Kent

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +30 more

Reeds Lake is a fishing water in Kent County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Campbell Lake

Kent

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +25 more

Campbell Lake is a fishing water in Kent County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Duke Creek

Kent

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

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

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Flat River (above King Mill Dam)

Kent

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

Flat River (above King Mill Dam) is a fishing water in Kent County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Flat River (below King Mill Dam)

Kent

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

Flat River (below King Mill Dam) is a fishing water in Kent County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Grand River

Kent

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Buffalo +80 more

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

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Rogue River (below Rockford Dam)

Kent

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

Rogue River (below Rockford Dam) is a fishing water in Kent County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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