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

Carp River

Marquette

American Brook Lamprey Atlantic Salmon Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +81 more

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

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Dead River

Marquette

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

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

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Yellow Dog River

Marquette

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

Yellow Dog River is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Wolf Lake

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +40 more

Wolf Lake is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Big Trout Lake

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +34 more

Big Trout Lake is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Squaw Lake

Marquette

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +38 more

Squaw Lake is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Brocky Lake

Marquette

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +30 more

Brocky Lake is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Pike Lake

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +34 more

Pike Lake is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Lake Angeline

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +39 more

Lake Angeline is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Sporley Lake

Marquette

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +34 more

Sporley Lake is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Lake Michigamme

Marquette 4,149 ac 77ft

Alewife Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +52 more

Remote UP gem near Michigamme village. Excellent lake trout and walleye fishery with wild shoreline. Gateway to the Ottawa National Forest.

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Bed Spring Lake

Marquette

Arctic grayling Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +33 more

Bed Spring Lake is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Silver Lake Basin

Marquette

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +34 more

Silver Lake Basin is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Bass Lake (West)

Marquette

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +32 more

Bass Lake (West) is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Little Shag

Marquette

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +34 more

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

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Swanzy Lake

Marquette

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +28 more

Swanzy Lake is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Strawberry Lake

Marquette

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +29 more

Strawberry Lake is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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Cranberry Lake

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +32 more

Cranberry Lake is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Johnson Lake

Marquette

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +38 more

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

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Just Lake

Marquette

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +28 more

Just Lake is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Bryan Creek

Marquette

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

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

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Horseshoe Lake

Marquette

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +33 more

Horseshoe Lake is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Goose Lake

Marquette

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +34 more

Goose Lake is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Northern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Forestville Basin

Marquette

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brown Trout +31 more

Forestville Basin is a fishing water in Marquette County, Michigan (Lake Superior management unit).

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