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

Chocolay River

Marquette

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

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

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Teal Lake

Marquette

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +34 more

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

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Witch Lake

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +37 more

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

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Bass Lake (East)

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +33 more

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

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Lake Independence

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +34 more

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

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Trout Falls Creek

Marquette

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

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

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Greenwood Reservoir

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +34 more

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

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Tourist Park

Marquette

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +31 more

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

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Chandler Brook

Marquette

American Brook Lamprey Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner Blacknose Shiner +66 more

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

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Michigamme River Basin

Marquette

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

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

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Arfelin Lake

Marquette

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +29 more

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

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Cataract Basin

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +33 more

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

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Deer Lake

Marquette

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +29 more

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

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Engman Lake

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +31 more

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

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Escanaba River, East Branch

Marquette

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

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

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Escanaba River, Middle Branch

Marquette

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

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

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Escanaba River, West Branch

Marquette

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

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

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Fish Lake

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +34 more

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

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Hoist (Sundstrom) Basin

Marquette

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Central Mudminnow +31 more

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

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Island Lake

Marquette

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +28 more

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

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McClure Storage

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +32 more

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

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Schweitzer Reservoir

Marquette

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +35 more

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

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Twin Lake

Marquette

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +30 more

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

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