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

Crockery Creek

Muskegon

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +71 more

Crockery Creek is a fishing water in Muskegon County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Muskegon Lake

Muskegon 4,150 ac 45ft

Alewife Blackstripe Topminnow Bluntnose Minnow Bowfin +48 more

Connected to Lake Michigan through the Muskegon Channel. Receives Great Lakes salmon and steelhead runs in fall. Good year-round walleye fishing.

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Duck Lake

Muskegon 490 ac 30ft

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +37 more

Connected to Lake Michigan via a short channel. Receives Great Lakes salmon and steelhead runs in fall. Good walleye year-round.

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Lake Michigan (Muskegon & White Lake pier/channel)

Muskegon

Atlantic Salmon Blackstripe Topminnow Bloater Bluntnose Minnow +44 more

Lake Michigan (Muskegon & White Lake pier/channel) is a fishing water in Muskegon County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Big Blue Lake

Muskegon 620 ac 55ft

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +42 more

Clear Muskegon County lake. Good smallmouth bass and walleye. Less developed than neighboring lakes.

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Muskegon Lake

Muskegon 4,150 ac 45ft

Alewife Blackstripe Topminnow Bluntnose Minnow Bowfin +49 more

Connected to Lake Michigan and the Muskegon River. World-class steelhead and salmon runs. Also walleye and bass.

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Mona Lake

Muskegon

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +29 more

Mona Lake is a fishing water in Muskegon County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Mona Lake

Muskegon

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +30 more

Mona Lake is a fishing water in Muskegon County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Halfmoon Lake

Muskegon

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +27 more

Halfmoon Lake is a fishing water in Muskegon County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Carlton Creek

Muskegon

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +68 more

Carlton Creek is a fishing water in Muskegon County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Crockery Creek

Muskegon

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +71 more

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

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Mosquito Creek

Muskegon

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +68 more

Mosquito Creek is a fishing water in Muskegon County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Muskegon River

Muskegon

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Buffalo +79 more

Muskegon River is a fishing water in Muskegon County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Skeels Creek

Muskegon

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +68 more

Skeels Creek is a fishing water in Muskegon County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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White Lake

Muskegon

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +32 more

White Lake is a fishing water in Muskegon County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Wolf Lake

Muskegon

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +27 more

Wolf Lake is a fishing water in Muskegon County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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