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

Au Sable River

Oscoda

American Brook Lamprey American Eel Arctic grayling Atlantic Salmon +81 more

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

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Tea Lake

Oscoda

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +34 more

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

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Mio Pond

Oscoda

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +36 more

Mio Pond is a fishing water in Oscoda County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Muskrat Lake

Oscoda

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +30 more

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

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McCollum Lake

Oscoda

Black Crappie Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside +32 more

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

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Bass Lake

Oscoda

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +30 more

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

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Big Creek

Oscoda

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

Big Creek is a fishing water in Oscoda County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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E Br Big Creek

Oscoda

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

E Br Big Creek is a fishing water in Oscoda County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Loon Lake

Oscoda

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +29 more

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

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Upper So Br Thunder Bay R

Oscoda

Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback Brook Trout +26 more

Upper So Br Thunder Bay R is a fishing water in Oscoda County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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W Br Big Creek

Oscoda

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

W Br Big Creek is a fishing water in Oscoda County, Michigan (Northern Lake Huron management unit).

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Wagner Lake

Oscoda

Bluegill Bluntnose Minnow Brook Silverside Brook Stickleback +27 more

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

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