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

Manistique Lake, South

Mackinac

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +34 more

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

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Milakokia Lake

Mackinac

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +34 more

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

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Millecoquins River

Mackinac

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

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

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North Br Carp River

Mackinac

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

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

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Ozark Creek

Mackinac

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

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

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Paquin Creek

Mackinac

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

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

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Pine River mouth

Mackinac

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

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

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South Br Carp River

Mackinac

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

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

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St. Martins Bay, Lake Huron

Mackinac

Atlantic Salmon Bloater Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +44 more

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

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