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

White River

Newaygo

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Buffalo +87 more

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

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Pickerel Lake

Newaygo 840 ac 62ft

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +52 more

Clear, deep Newaygo County lake with trophy walleye and largemouth bass. MDNR stocks walleye annually.

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Fremont Lake

Newaygo 1,700 ac 57ft

Atlantic Salmon Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill +53 more

West-central Michigan lake with outstanding walleye fishing. MDNR stocks walleye annually. Good largemouth bass in the shallows.

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Condon Lake

Newaygo

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +36 more

Condon Lake is a fishing water in Newaygo County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Diamond Lake

Newaygo

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +40 more

Diamond Lake is a fishing water in Newaygo County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Bills Lake

Newaygo

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +39 more

Bills Lake is a fishing water in Newaygo County, Michigan (Southern Lake Michigan management unit).

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Nichols Lake

Newaygo

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +37 more

Nichols Lake is a fishing water in Newaygo County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Robinson Lake

Newaygo

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +40 more

Robinson Lake is a fishing water in Newaygo County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Pettibone Lake

Newaygo

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +39 more

Pettibone Lake is a fishing water in Newaygo County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Croton Pond

Newaygo 1,605 ac 50ft

Atlantic Salmon Blackstripe Topminnow Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +51 more

Hardy Dam Pond on the Muskegon River. Excellent walleye and smallmouth bass. Trolling and drifting are popular here.

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Hardy Pond

Newaygo 4,025 ac 45ft

Atlantic Salmon Blackstripe Topminnow Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +54 more

The largest impoundment on the Muskegon River. Known for excellent walleye, smallmouth bass, and muskie. Great trolling water.

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Kimball Lake

Newaygo

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +36 more

Kimball Lake is a fishing water in Newaygo County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Little Muskegon River

Newaygo

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Buffalo +84 more

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

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Martin Creek

Newaygo

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +77 more

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

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Muskegon River

Newaygo

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Buffalo +85 more

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

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Pere Marquette River (Big South Branch)

Newaygo

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Buffalo +81 more

Pere Marquette River (Big South Branch) is a fishing water in Newaygo County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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Pere Marquette River (Little South Branch)

Newaygo

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Buffalo +81 more

Pere Marquette River (Little South Branch) is a fishing water in Newaygo County, Michigan (Central Lake Michigan management unit).

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