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

Huron River

Oakland

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

Huron River is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Clinton River (above Yates Dam)

Oakland

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Buffalo +80 more

Clinton River (above Yates Dam) is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Paint Creek

Oakland

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +69 more

Paint Creek is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Deer Lake

Oakland

Arctic grayling Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill +31 more

Deer Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Maceday Lake

Oakland

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +33 more

Maceday Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Union Lake

Oakland

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +36 more

Union Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Kearsley Creek

Oakland

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +69 more

Kearsley Creek is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Southern Lake Huron management unit).

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Cass Lake

Oakland 1,280 ac 123ft

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +48 more

Deepest lake in the southern Lower Peninsula at 123 feet. Good walleye and largemouth bass fishery in suburban Oakland County.

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Wolverine Lake

Oakland

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +31 more

Wolverine Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Pontiac Lake

Oakland 770 ac 70ft

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +39 more

Popular southeast Michigan lake with good bass and walleye. Clear water and rocky structure in Oakland County state recreation area.

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White Lake

Oakland

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +33 more

White Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Stony Creek Lake

Oakland

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +78 more

Stony Creek Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Kent Lake

Oakland

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +29 more

Kent Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Lake Sixteen

Oakland

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +29 more

Lake Sixteen is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Big Seven Lake

Oakland

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +28 more

Big Seven Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Southern Lake Huron management unit).

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Tipsico Lake

Oakland

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +29 more

Tipsico Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Southern Lake Huron management unit).

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Crescent Lake

Oakland

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +28 more

Crescent Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Heron Lake

Oakland

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +29 more

Heron Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Southern Lake Huron management unit).

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Lake Orion

Oakland

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brown Bullhead +27 more

Lake Orion is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Dickinson Lake

Oakland

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +30 more

Dickinson Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Southern Lake Huron management unit).

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Lake Oakland

Oakland

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brown Bullhead +26 more

Lake Oakland is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Lakeville Lake

Oakland

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +29 more

Lakeville Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Middle Straits Lake

Oakland

Black Crappie Blackstripe Topminnow Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +27 more

Middle Straits Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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Orchard Lake

Oakland

Blackstripe Topminnow Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +29 more

Orchard Lake is a fishing water in Oakland County, Michigan (Lake Erie management unit).

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