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

Rifle River

Ogemaw

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Barred Fantail Darter Bigmouth Shiner +75 more

Rifle River is a fishing water in Ogemaw County, Michigan (Southern Lake Huron management unit).

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Island Lake

Ogemaw

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +38 more

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

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Lake George

Ogemaw

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +35 more

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

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Horseshoe Lake

Ogemaw

Arctic grayling Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow +35 more

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

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Sage Lake

Ogemaw

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +34 more

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

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George Lake

Ogemaw

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +30 more

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

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Rifle Lake

Ogemaw

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +30 more

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

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Au Sable Lake

Ogemaw

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +32 more

Au Sable Lake is a fishing water in Ogemaw County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Peach Lake

Ogemaw

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +30 more

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

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Ambrose Lake

Ogemaw

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +30 more

Ambrose Lake is a fishing water in Ogemaw County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Clear Lake

Ogemaw

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +33 more

Clear Lake is a fishing water in Ogemaw County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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South Branch River

Ogemaw

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

South Branch River is a fishing water in Ogemaw County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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West Branch Rifle

Ogemaw

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +26 more

West Branch Rifle is a fishing water in Ogemaw County, Michigan (Southern Lake Huron management unit).

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