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

Carp River

Mackinac

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +82 more

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

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Black River

Mackinac

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Black Redhorse +82 more

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

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Nunns Creek

Mackinac

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

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

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Brevoort Lake

Mackinac 4,179 ac 27ft

Bluntnose Minnow Bowfin Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +43 more

Large, shallow UP lake with excellent walleye and northern pike. Close to the Straits of Mackinac. Popular ice fishing destination.

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Millecoquins Lake

Mackinac 1,680 ac 22ft

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +40 more

Quiet northern UP lake with consistent walleye and perch fishing. Low development and excellent natural shoreline.

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Brevoort River

Mackinac

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

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

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Manistique Lake, Big

Mackinac

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +34 more

Manistique Lake, Big is a fishing water in Mackinac County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Taylor Creek

Mackinac

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

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

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Rock Spring Creek

Mackinac

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

Rock Spring Creek is a fishing water in Mackinac County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Little Brevoort Lake

Mackinac

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +36 more

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

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Bay City Lake

Mackinac

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +35 more

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

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Garnet Lake

Mackinac

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +33 more

Garnet Lake is a fishing water in Mackinac County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Duel Lake

Mackinac

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +31 more

Duel Lake is a fishing water in Mackinac County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Gamble Lake

Mackinac

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +30 more

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

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Brevoort Lake, Little

Mackinac

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +35 more

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

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Brevoort River, Little

Mackinac

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

Brevoort River, Little is a fishing water in Mackinac County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Cut River

Mackinac

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

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

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Davenport Creek

Mackinac

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

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

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East Lake

Mackinac

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brown Bullhead +31 more

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

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Elmhurst Creek

Mackinac

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

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

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Foley Creek

Mackinac

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

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

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Hog Island Creek

Mackinac

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

Hog Island Creek is a fishing water in Mackinac County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Les Cheneaux Islands, Lk Huron

Mackinac

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +34 more

Les Cheneaux Islands, Lk Huron is a fishing water in Mackinac County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Little Brevoort River

Mackinac

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

Little Brevoort River is a fishing water in Mackinac County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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