Inland Trout & Salmon Regulations
The information in this section provides fishing regulations that pertain only to the taking of trout and salmon from inland waters. Check the county listings below for specific waters and the regulations placed on each according to the Type listed for that entry. Regulations for lakes and streams are listed in either the lake regulations table (below), stream regulations table, or the gear restricted streams section. Maps have been developed to assist anglers in identifying inland trout waters and the regulations associated with each Type as indicated by color scheme and text. Maps are only available on the Michigan Fishing website. During closed season dates on inland trout and salmon waters, fishing is prohibited for all species. Anglers should check the It is Unlawful To section for restrictions on hooks and lures and the Exceptions to General Regulations by County for other restrictions. See the Artificial Flies definition.
FO - Flies Only
ALO - Artificial Lures Only
A person shall not at any time take or possess an Arctic Grayling taken from any of the waters over which the state has jurisdiction.
Inland Trout & Salmon Regulations
The following regulations pertain only to inland lake Types A - F as listed. Maps are available on the Michigan Fishing Guide website.
| Lake Type | Fishing and Possession Season | Tackle | Daily Possession Limit | Brook Trout | Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, & Splake | Lake Trout | Coho, Chinook, & Pink Salmon | Atlantic Salmon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Minimum Size Limit (inches) | ||||||||
A (61 lakes) | Last Sat. in April - Oct. 31 | All except minnows | 5/3* | 10" | 12" | 15" | 10" | 15" |
B (55 lakes) | Open All Year | All | 5/3* | 10" | 12" | 15" | 10" | 15" |
C (28 lakes) | Open All Year | All | 5/3* | 8" | 8" | 8" | 10" | 15" |
D (21 lakes) | Last Sat. in April - Oct. 31 | ALO** | 1 | 15" | 15" | 15" | 10" | 15" |
E (11 lakes) | Open All Year | All | 3 | 15" | 15" | 15" | 10" | 15" |
F (16 lakes) | Open All Year | All | 5/3^ | 10" | 10" | 10" | 10" | 10" |
* 5 fish, with no more than 3 trout 15“ or greater.
** On Type D lakes, it is unlawful to use or possess live bait, dead or preserved bait or organic or processed food on any of the waters or on shore.
^ 5 fish in any combination, but no more than 3 fish of any one species, except up to 5 salmon (Chinook or coho) may be retained.
Designated Trout Lakes:
All Type A and all Type D lakes are designated trout lakes.
Regulations for Lakes Not Classified as Lake Type:
Except for lakes in the Michigan-Wisconsin Boundary Waters and Sylvania Wilderness Area, any other inland lake not classified by Type is open all year to the taking of trout with an 8-inch minimum size limit and 5 fish daily possession limit, no more than 3 of which may be 15" or greater. Artificial lures and all types of natural bait may be used. See pp. 24-26 for Michigan-Wisconsin Boundary Waters and Sylvania Wilderness Area regulations, respectively.
Inland Trout & Salmon Stream Regulations
The following regulations pertain only to inland stream Types 1-4, and Brook Trout Restoration Areas (BTRA). Maps are available on the Michigan Fishing Guide website.
Inland Trout & Salmon Stream Regulations
All types of natural and artificial baits may be used on streamTypes 1-4. NOTE: Chumming is prohibited on all stream types listed below and Gear Restricted Streams. | Minimum Size Limit (inches) | Daily Possession Limit | ||||
Stream Type (Colors below are indicated accordingly on the maps online.) | Fishing Season | Possession Season | Brook Trout | Brown Trout | Atlantic, Chinook, Coho& Pink Salmon, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) & Splake | All Trout and Salmon |
1 (Approx. 1,400 streams) | Last Sat. in April - Sep. 30 | Last Sat. in April - Sep. 30 | 7" | 8" | 10" | 5 fish,but no morethan 3 trout 15" or greater NOTE - see pp. 48-65 for exceptions |
2 (13 streams) | Last Sat. in April - Sep. 30 | Last Sat. in April - Sep. 30 | 10" | 12" | ||
3 (58 streams) | Open All Year | Open All Year | 15" | 15" | ||
4 (128 streams) | Open All Year | Last Sat. inApril - Sep. 30 for Brook Trout, Brown Trout, and Atlantic Salmon Open all year for all other Trout and Salmon | 7" | 10" | ||
Brook Trout Restoration Areas (BTRA) | The following locations have more restrictive Brook Trout regulations. Fishing regulations on these waters shall supersede those in other sections which in any way conflict with the following: the harvest season for Brook Trout is from the last Saturday in April - Sep. 30, the minimum size limit on Brook Trout, Lake Trout, and Splake shall be 20 inches with a daily possession limit of one (1) Brook Trout, Lake Trout or Splake total combined.
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Regulations for Streams Not Classified as Stream Type or Listed as a Gear RestrictedStream
Except for streams in the Michigan-Wisconsin Boundary Waters, any other inland stream not classified by Type is open to trout fishing all year with an 8" minimum size limit (except 7" for Brook Trout) and a 5 fish daily possession limit, no more than 3 of which may be 15" or greater, except up to 5 salmon (Chinook or Coho) 15" or greater may be retained in the daily possession limit on these waters. Artificial lures and all types of natural bait may be used. Please see Michigan-Wisconsin Boundary Waters regulations.
Designated Trout Streams:
All Type 1, all Type 2, all Gear Restricted Streams (GR), and all Brook Trout Restoration Areas (BTRA) are designated trout streams. Most Type 3 and most Type 4 streams are designated trout streams. For more information, refer to Fisheries Orders FO-210 and FO-200 or explore Michigan's trout stream maps.
Gear Restricted Streams
The following streams have regulations that differ from those in Types 1–4. On all streams managed under gear restrictions, it shall be unlawful to use or possess live bait, dead or preserved bait or organic or processed food on any of the waters or on shore (this restriction does not apply when a stream is under Type regulations). NOTE: It shall be unlawful to use or possess scented material on flies-only Gear Restricted Streams. Gear Restricted Streams are shown in red on the Michigan DNR fishing maps available online. See the Artificial Flies definition.
[FO] - Flies Only
[ALO] - Artificial Lures Only
Au Sable River
[FO] Mainstream (Crawford Co.) from Burton’s Landing (T26N, R3W, S11) to South Wakeley Bridge Rd. (Wakeley Bridge): Fishing Season: open all year; Tackle: artifcial flies only; Possession Season: closed all year; except for children under 12 the possession season is open all year; Daily Possession Limit: zero trout; except children under 12 may keep 1 trout; Size Limits: for children under 12 there is an 8-inch minimum size limit and a 12-inch maximum size limit for trout. Mileage: 9.0 miles.
[ALO] Mainstream (Crawford Co.) from South Wakeley Bridge Rd. (Wakeley Bridge) to McMasters Bridge Rd. (McMasters Bridge): Fishing Season: open all year; Possession Season: last Sat. in April – Sep. 30 for Brook Trout and Brown Trout; open all year for Rainbow Trout; Tackle: artificial lures only; Daily Possession Limit: 2 trout with no more than 1 trout 18" or greater; Size Limits: minimum size limit: Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout — 10"; Brown Trout — 18". Mileage: 8.0 miles.
[ALO] Mainstream (Oscoda Co.) from Mio power line (T26N, R3E, S7; 44° 39’ 40.550" N/ 84° 7’ 24.280" W) to Evans Rd. (McKinley Bridge): Fishing Season: open all year; Possession Season: last Sat. in April – Sep. 30 for Brook Trout and Brown Trout; open all year for Rainbow Trout; Tackle: artificial lures only; Daily Possession Limit: 2 trout with no more than 1 trout 18" or greater; Size Limits: minimum size limit: Brook Trout – 7"; Brown Trout – 18"; Rainbow Trout – 10". Mileage: 15.0 miles.
[FO] North Branch (Crawford Co.) from Sheep Ranch (T28N, R2W, S12; 44° 49’ 40.470" N/ 84° 29’ 25.933" W) to confluence with Mainstream: Fishing Season: Open all year; Possession Season: last Sat. in April – Sep. 30 for Brook Trout and Brown Trout; open all year for Rainbow Trout; Tackle: artificial flies only; Daily Possession Limit: 2 trout with no more than 1 trout 18" or greater; Size Limits: minimum size limit: Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout — 10"; Brown Trout — 18". Mileage: 20.7 miles
[FO] South Branch (Crawford Co.) from Chase Bridge Rd. (Chase Bridge) to Lower High Banks (T25N, R2W, S13; 44° 33’ 49.735" N/ 84° 29’ 59.107" W): Fishing season: open all year; Possession Season: closed all year; except for children under 12 the possession season is open all year; Tackle: artificial flies only; Daily Possession Limit: zero trout; except children under 12 may keep 1 trout; Size Limits: for children under 12 there is an 8-inch minimum size limit and a 12-inch maximum size limit for trout. Mileage: 4.3 miles.
[FO] South Branch (Crawford Co.) from Lower High Banks (T25N, R2W, S13; 44° 33’ 49.735" N/ 84° 29’ 59.107" W) to confluence with Mainstream: Fishing Season: open all year; Possession Season: last Sat. in April – Sep. 30 for Brook Trout and Brown Trout; open all year for Rainbow Trout; Tackle: artificial flies only; Daily Possession Limit: 2 trout with no more than 1 trout 18" or greater; Size Limits: minimum size limit: Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout — 10"; Brown Trout — 18". Size Limits: minimum size limit: Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout — 10"; Brown Trout — 18". Mileage: 11.5 miles.
Black River:
[ALO] (Otsego and Montmorency Cos.) from Tin Shanty Bridge Rd. to the Town Corner Lake Stairs (T32N, R1E, S31 SE/SE; 45° 6’ 50.872" N/ 84° 21’ 0.488" W): Fishing Season: open all year; Possession Season: last Sat. in April – Sep. 30 for Brook Trout; open all year for Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout; Tackle: artificial lures only; Daily Possession Limit: 5 trout; with no more than 2 Brook Trout; Size Limits: minimum size limit: Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout — 10"; Brown Trout — 8". Mileage: 4.4 miles.
Cooks Run:
(Iron Co.) from US Forest Hwy 16 to confluence with South Branch Paint River:
- From the last Sat. in April – Sep. 30, this reach of stream shall be managed under Type 2 regulations, except the minimum size limit for Brook Trout is 7".
- [FO] From Oct. 1 – the Fri. before the last Sat. in April, this reach of stream shall be managed under gear restricted regulations as follows: Fishing Season: Oct. 1 – the Fri. before the last Sat. in April; Possession Season: closed; except for children under 12 the possession season is open; Tackle: artificial flies only; Daily Possession Limit: zero trout; except children under 12 may keep 1 trout; Size Limits: for children under 12 there is an 8-inch minimum size limit and a 12-inch maximum size limit for all trout. Mileage: 4.5 miles.
Duck Creek:
[ALO] (Gogebic Co.) from Railroad Bridge (T44N, R39W, S16) to confluence with Middle Branch Ontonagon River: Fishing Season: open all year; Possession Season: last Sat. in April - Sep. 30 for Brook Trout and Brown Trout; open all year for Rainbow Trout; Tackle: artificial lures only; Daily Possession Limit: 2 trout; Size limits: minimum size limit: all trout – 10". Mileage: 6.5 miles.
Escanaba River:
[ALO] (Delta Co.) from Boney Falls Dam to Mouth of Silver Creek: Fishing Season: open all year; Possession Season: last Sat. in April – Sep. 30 for Brook Trout and Brown Trout; open all year for Rainbow Trout; Tackle: artificial lures only; Daily Possession Limit: 2 trout; Size Limits: minimum size limit: Brook Trout — 10"; Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout — 12". Mileage: 14.2 miles.
Fox River:
(Schoolcraft Co.) from Fox River State Forest Campground (T46N, R14W, S11; 46° 24’ 1.668" N/ 86° 1’ 50.271" W) to M-28:
- From the last Sat. in April – Sep. 30, this reach of stream shall be managed under Type 1 regulations.
- [ALO] From Oct. 1 – the Fri. before the last Sat. in April, this reach of stream shall be managed under gear restricted regulations as follows: Fishing Season: Oct. 1 – the Fri. before the last Sat. in April; Possession Season: closed; except for children under 12 the possession season is open; Tackle: artificial flies only; Daily Possession Limit: zero trout; except children under 12 may keep 1 trout; Size Limits: for children under 12 there is an 8-inch minimum size limit and a 12-inch maximum size limit for all trout. Mileage: 7.6 miles.
Huron River:
(Oakland Co.) from 50 yards below Proud Lake Dam (T2N, R8E, S18) to 100 yards below Wixom Road (T2N, R7E, S13):
- From the last Sat. in April – Sep. 30, this reach of stream shall be managed under Type 1 regulations.
- [FO] From April 1 – the Fri. before the last Sat. in April, this reach of stream shall be managed under gear restricted regulations as follows: Fishing season: April 1 – the Fri. before the last Sat. in April; Possession Season: closed; except for children under 12 the possession season is open; Tackle: artificial flies only; Daily Possession Limit: zero trout; except children under 12 may keep 1 trout; Size Limits: for children under 12 there is an 8-inch minimum size limit and a 12-inch maximum size limit for all trout. Mileage: 2.0 miles.
Little Manistee River:
[FO] (Lake Co.) from North Peacock Trail (Spencer’s Bridge) to Johnson Rd. (Johnson’s Bridge): Fishing Season: April 1 – Dec. 31; Possession Season: last Sat. in April – Sep. 30 for Brook Trout and Brown Trout; open April 1 – Dec. 31 for all other trout and salmon; Tackle: artificial flies only; Daily Possession Limit: 2 fish, any combination of trout and salmon; Size Limits: minimum size limit: Brown Trout — 15"; all other trout and salmon — 10". Mileage: 7.5 miles.
Manistee River:
[ALO] (Crawford Co.) from CO. Rd. 612 to M-72: Fishing Season: open all year; Possession Season: last Sat. in April – Sep. 30 for Brook Trout and Brown Trout; open all year for Rainbow Trout; Tackle: artificial lures only (see p. 8); Daily Possession Limit: 2 trout; with no more than 1 trout 18" or greater; Size Limits: minimum size limit: Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout — 10"; Brown Trout — 18". Mileage: 9.2 miles.
[FO] (Crawford and Kalkaska Cos.) from M-72 to Sunset Trail Rd. (CCC Bridge): Fishing Season: open all year; Possession Season: last Sat. in April – Sep. 30 for Brook Trout and Brown Trout; open all year for Rainbow Trout; Tackle: artificial flies only; Daily Possession Limit: 2 trout; with no more than 1 trout 18" or greater; Size Limits: minimum size limit: Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout — 10"; Brown Trout — 18". Mileage: 16.7 miles.
Paint Creek:
[ALO] (Oakland Co.) from Gunn Rd. to Tienken Rd.: Fishing Season: last Sat. in April – Sep. 30 for all trout; Possession Season: last Sat. in April – Sep. 30 for all trout; Tackle: artificial lures only; Daily Possession Limit: 2 trout; Size Limits: minimum size limit: all trout — 14". Mileage: 5.0 miles.
Paint River:
South Branch (Iron Co.) from the Mouth of Cooks Run to the Mouth of the North Branch of the Paint River:
- From the last Sat. in April – Sep. 30, this reach of stream shall be managed under Type 2 regulations, except the minimum size limit for Brook Trout is 7".
- [FO] From Oct. 1 – the Fri. before the last Sat. in April, this reach of stream shall be managed under gear restricted regulations as follows: Fishing Season: Oct. 1 – the Fri. before the last Sat. in April; Possession Season: closed; except for children under 12 the possession season is open; Tackle: artificial flies only; Daily Possession Limit: zero trout; except children under 12 may keep 1 trout; Size Limits: for children under 12 there is an 8-inch minimum size limit and a 12-inch maximum size limit for all trout. Mileage: 10.0 miles.
Pere Marquette River:
[FO] (Lake Co.) from M-37 to the Downstream Edge of the Boat Ramp/Slide at Gleason’s Landing (T17N, R14W, S13; 43° 52’ 14.521" N/ 85° 55’ 21.752" W): Fishing Season: open all year; Possession Season: closed all year; except for children under 12 the possession season is open all year; Tackle: artificial flies only; Daily Possession Limit: zero trout and salmon; except children under 12 may keep 1 trout or salmon; Size Limits: for children under 12 there is an 8-inch minimum size limit and a 12-inch maximum size limit for all trout and salmon. Mileage: 8.5 miles.
- From Sep. 1 – the Fri. before the last Sat. in April, this reach of stream shall be managed under Type 4 regulations, with the following exceptions: Fishing Season: Sep. 1– the Fri. before the last Sat. in April; Possession Season: Sep. 1 – the Fri. before the last Sat. in April; Daily Possession Limit: 1 Rainbow Trout; 0 Brook Trout; 0 Brown Trout; Size Limits: Rainbow Trout — 10".
- [FO] From the last Sat. in April – Aug. 31, this reach of stream shall be managed under gear restricted regulations as follows: Fishing Season: last Sat. in April – Aug. 31; Possession Season: last Sat. in April –Aug. 31; Tackle: artificial lures only; Daily Possession Limit: 2 trout or salmon; with no more than 1 Brown Trout 18" or greater, and no more than 1 Rainbow Trout; Size Limits: minimum size limit: all salmon and Rainbow Trout — 10"; Brook Trout and Brown Trout — 8"; except that the harvest of fish greater than 14" and less than 18" shall be prohibited for Brook Trout and Brown Trout. Mileage: 10.5 miles.
Pigeon River:
[ALO] (Cheboygan and Otsego Cos.) from Elk Hill Campground Horse Trail (T32N, R1W, S10; 45° 10’ 50.753" N/ 84° 25’ 27.866" W) to Pine Grove Campground Stairs (T33N, R1W, S17; 45° 14’ 38.497" N/ 84° 26’ 47.983" W): Fishing Season: open all year; Possession Season: last Sat. in April – Sep. 30 for Brook Trout and Brown Trout; open all year for Rainbow Trout; Tackle: artificial lures only; Daily Possession Limit: 2 trout; with no more than 1 Brown Trout; Size Limits: minimum size limit: Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout — 10"; Brown Trout — 12". Mileage: 5.3 miles.
County Listing of Lakes and Streams
Below is a listing of the inland lakes and streams that are managed for trout and salmon, along with their respective regulation Type. For inland lakes, the lake name will appear under the appropriate county and will be followed by a letter (A-F). The letter designates the Type of regulations that apply to that lake. For streams, the stream name will be followed by a number (2-4, GR for Gear Restricted Streams, or BTRA for Brook Trout Restoration Area) and any upstream/downstream boundaries that apply to that section of stream. Type 1 streams are not listed in the text except for a few instances as indicated. For a complete listing of all trout streams, visit the DNR’s Fisheries Orders page or contact any DNR Fisheries Office. An SC indicates a fishing closure for the area and time period mentioned. Inland Trout and Salmon maps are available on the Michigan Fishing website.
Alcona | |
Lakes | Type |
| South Hoist Lake | B |
Streams | Type |
| Au Sable River Mainstream from Evans Rd. (McKinley Bridge) downstream to 4001 Bridge. | 4 |
| Au Sable River Mainstream from Alcona Dam to S. Branch River. | 4 |
| Black River from confluence with N. Branch Black River downstream to Lake Huron. | 4 |
| Pine River from F-41 downstream to Lake Huron. | 3 |
Alger | |
Lakes | Type |
| Ackerman Lake | B |
| Addis Lakes | A |
| Bette’s Pond | A |
| Brian’s Pond | A |
| Cheryl’s Pond (T44N, R19W, S25) | B |
| Cox Pond | A |
| Grand Marais Lake | A |
| Hike Lake | A |
| Irwin Lake | A |
| Kay’s Pond | B |
| Mirror Lake | B |
| North (Upper) Shoe Lake | B |
| Rock River Pond | A |
| Rock Lake | A |
| Sawaski Pond (T44N, R19W, S14) | B |
| Sitka Lake | A |
| Sullivan Lake | A |
| Trueman Lake | A |
| West John’s Lake | A |
Streams | Type |
| Anna River from Railroad Bridge (T46N, R19W, S14) downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
| Au Train River from Powerhouse below M-94 downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
| Hurricane River from Truck Trail (CO Rd 724, T49N, R15W, S25) downstream to L. Superior. | 3 |
| Laughing Whitefish River from Forks (T47N, R22W, S22) downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
| Miner’s River from Miner’s Falls downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
| Rock River from Railroad Bridge (T47N, R21W, S22) downstream to L. Superior. SC - Closed to Fishing - April 1 – Jun. 30 between dam and its downstream-most foot bridge located downstream from M-28 in T47N, R21W, S15. | 4 |
| Sable Creek | 4 |
| Sucker River upstream limit is old Grand Marais/ Seney Road Bridge. | 4 |
Allegan | |
Lakes | Type |
| Kalamazoo Lake/Silver Lake from US-31 down to L. Michigan. | F |
Streams | Type |
| Black River Mainstream from confluence of North and South branches down to L. Michigan. | 3 |
| Gun River Mainstream from 122nd Ave. (T2N, R11W, S12) downstream to US 131 Bridge (T1N, R11W, S18). | 4 |
| Kalamazoo River from Calkins Dam (T2N, R14W, S15) downstream to US-31. | 3 |
| Middle Branch Black River from confluence of Spring Brook Creek (T1N, R15W, S22) downstream to confluence of Main Branch Black River. | 4 |
| North Branch Black River from 111th Ave. (T1N, R16W, S3) downstream to confluence with Mainstream. | 3 |
| Pine Creek Tributary from 101st Ave. to confluence with Pine Creek (T1N, R12W, S33). | 4 |
| Rabbit River Mainstream from US-131 Bridge (T4N, R11W, S31) downstream to confluence with Kalamazoo River (T3N, R15W, S16). | 4 |
| Silver Creek from M-89 Bridge (T1N, R11W, S26) downstream to confluence with Kalamazoo River. | 2 |
| Swan Creek from 109th Ave. (T1N, R14W, S7) downstream to confluence with Kalamazoo River (T2N, R14W, S9). Hook Restriction: On Swan Creek from mouth upstream to the dam at 118th Ave. it shall be unlawful to use other than one single-pointed unweighted hook measuring 1/2" or less from point to shank. | 4 |
Alpena | |
Streams | Type |
| Devils River from US-23 Bridge downstream to L. Huron. | 4 |
| Long Lake Creek downstream limit is L. Huron. | 4 |
| Thunder Bay River from Ninth Street Dam downstream to L. Huron. | 3 |
Antrim | |
Lakes | Type |
| Bellaire Pond | C |
| Elk Lake | E |
| Green Lake | B |
| Torch Lake | E |
Streams | Type |
| Clam River from Clam Lake downstream to the end of the dock at the confluence with Torch Lake. | 4 |
| Elk River from Power Dam below Elk Lake downstream to L. Michigan. | 3 |
| Elk River Bypass from Bypass Dam downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Grass River from Lake Bellaire downstream to Clam Lake. | 4 |
| Intermediate River from Intermediate Dam downstream to Lake Bellaire. SC - Closed to Fishing - April 1 - May 14 Bellaire Dam to Highway M-88 Bridge. | 4 |
| Jordan River from Graves Crossing (T31N, R6W, S32) downstream to Lake Charlevoix. | 4 |
| Manistee River from headwaters downstream to CO. Rd. 612. | 2 |
| Torch River from Torch Lake downstream to Lake Skegemog. Hook Restriction: From May 1 – July 1 on Torch River from the Crystal Beach Rd Bridge downstream to Lake Skegemog including Rapid River up to Aarwood Rd Bridge it shall be unlawful to use other than one single-pointed unweighted hook measuring ½-inch or less from point to shank. | 4 |
Arenac | |
Streams | Type |
| East Branch Au Gres River (Whitney Drain) from M-55 downstream to Saginaw Bay. | 3 |
| Rifle River from Sage Lake Road (T23N, R3E, S22) downstream to Saginaw Bay. | 3 |
Baraga | |
Lakes | Type |
| Roland Lake | B |
Streams | Type |
| Big Huron River from Big Eric’s Bridge (T52N, R30W, S35) downstream to L. Superior (T52N, R29W, S18). | 4 BTRA |
| Falls River from US-41 to L. Superior. | 3 |
| Otter River from confluence of N. and W. Br. Otter River downstream to Sturgeon River. | 3 |
| Ravine River from Sicotte Road (T51N, R31W, S2) downstream to Huron Bay (T51N, R31W, S4). | 4 BTRA |
| Silver River from Silver River Falls (T51N, R32W, S26) downstream to Huron Bay (T51N, R31W, S18). | 4 BTRA |
| Slate River from Slate River Falls (1/2 mile upstream from Skanee Road T51N, R31W, S9) downstream to Huron Bay (T51N, R31W, S8). | 4 BTRA |
| Sturgeon River from US-41 downstream to Prickett Dam. | 2 |
| Sturgeon River from Prickett Dam downstream to L. Superior. SC - Closed to Fishing - April 1 - Jun. 30 from the Prickett Dam downstream to mouth of Clear Creek (T50N, R35W, S12). | 3 |
Barry | |
Lakes | Type |
| Deep Lake | B |
| Gull Lake | E |
Streams | Type |
| Augusta Creek from Little Gilkey Lake and Fair Lakes outlets downstream to Knappen Mills Dam. | 4 |
| Bassett Creek from Baker Lake downstream to confluence with Thornapple River. | 4 |
| Coldwater River from M-43 Bridge (T4N, R8W, S16) downstream to Freeport Road Bridge. | 2 |
| Coldwater River from Freeport Rd. downstream to confluence with Thornapple River. | 4 |
| Turner Creek from (T3N, R10W, S23) downstream to confluence with Baker Creek (T3N, R10W, S9). | 4 |
Bay | |
Streams | Type |
| Saginaw River | 3 |
Benzie | |
Lakes | Type |
| Betsie Lake from M-22 down to L. Michigan. | F |
| Crystal Lake | E |
Streams | Type |
| Betsie River from Kurick Rd. downstream to M-22. Year-round —the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. SC - Closed to Fishing - Betsie River Homestead Dam - Nov. 16 - July 31 within 100 ft. of the lamprey barrier and fish passage facility at T25N, R15W, S2. SC - Closed to Fishing - Betsie River Homestead Dam – Aug. 1 – Nov. 15 within 300 ft of lamprey barrier and fish passage facility. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15. | 4 |
| Otter Creek from Otter Lake outlet (T27N, R15W, S13) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Platte River from US-31 bridge at Veteran’s Park downstream to L. Michigan. NOTE: The daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. Hook Restriction: On the Platte River, Benzie Co., it shall be unlawful to use other than one single-pointed unweighted hook measuring 1/2" or less from point to shank. SC – Closed to Fishing – within 300 ft. of the upper (hatchery) weir infrastructure whenever weir is in place. SC – Closed to Fishing – whenever weir is in place within 300 ft of the lower weir. SC – Closed to Fishing – Jan. 1 – March 31 from US-31 bridge at Veteran’s Park downstream to Platte Lake. | 4 |
Berrien | |
Lakes | Type |
| Singer Lake | C |
Streams | Type |
| Blue Creek | 4 |
| Dowagiac River (including Dowagiac Drain) from source downstream to confluence with St. Joseph River. | 4 |
| Galien River Mainstream downstream limit is L. Michigan. | 4 |
| South Branch Galien River Mainstream only, downstream limit is the confluence with Galien River. | 4 |
| St. Joseph River from Indiana state line downstream to L. Michigan. | 3 |
| Townsend Cr. (T6S, R17W, S19), and the mouth area of Lake Chapin, to a point 100 yards below the Townsend Cr. mouth into Lake Chapin), Hook Restriction: It is unlawful to use other than one single-pointed, unweighted hook measuring 1/2" or less from point to shank. | 1 |
Branch | |
Lakes | Type |
| Cary Lake | C |
Streams | Type |
| Prairie River Mainstream from Bowers Road (T8S, R7W, S4) downstream to McKale Road (T7S, R9W, S8). | 4 |
Calhoun | |
| South Branch Rice Creek from Concord Rd. downstream to confluence with Kalamazoo River. | 4 |
| Nottawa Creek | 4 |
Cass | |
Lakes | Type |
| Birch Lake | B |
| Harwood Lake | C |
| Hemlock Lake | B |
Streams | Type |
| Curtis Creek and Tributaries | 2 |
| Dowagiac Creek from Mckenzie Street (T5S, R14W, S31) downstream to M-62. | 2 |
| Mill Creek and Tributaries from Preston Road (T7S, R12W, S7) downstream to impoundment at T7S, R12W, S32. | 4 |
| Dowagiac River (including Dowagiac Drain) from source downstream to confluence with St. Joseph River. | 4 |
Charlevoix | |
Lakes | Type |
| Lake Charlevoix (including Round Lake) | F |
| Thumb (Louise) Lake | B |
| Walloon Lake | B |
Streams | Type |
| Bear River from Walloon Lake downstream to northern edge of foot bridge north of Lake Street Hook Restriction: On the Bear River, from the northern edge of foot bridge north of Lake Street upstream to Lake Street Dam (T34N, R5W, S6) it shall be unlawful to use other than one single- pointed unweighted hook measuring 1/2" or less from point to shank. | 4 |
| Boyne River from P. H. (Boyne USA) Dam downstream to Lake Charlevoix. Hook Restriction: On the Boyne River, from the mouth upstream to dam (T32N, R5W, S5) it shall be unlawful to use other than one single-pointed unweighted hook measuring 1/2" or less from point to shank. | 4 |
| Jordan River from Graves Crossing (T31N, R6W, S32) downstream to Lake Charlevoix. | 4 |
| Medusa Creek SC - Closed to Fishing - whenever weir is in place. Tributary to L. Michigan (T34N, R8W, S28) and including an area of L. Michigan in a radius of 100 ft from the mouth of Medusa Creek. | |
Cheboygan | |
Lakes | Type |
| Hemlock Lake | D |
| Silver Lake | B |
| Tower Pond (from dam to M-68) | E |
| Weber Lake | B |
Streams | Type |
| Cheboygan River from Cheboygan Dam downstream to L. Huron. | 3 |
| Maple River from Woodland Rd. in Emmet Co. downstream to mouth. | 4 |
| Mill Creek | 4 |
| Pigeon River from Elk Hill Campground Horse Trail to Pine Grove Campground Stairs. | GR p.46 |
| Pigeon River from Pine Grove Campground Stairs (T33N, R1W, S17) to East Mullet Rd. | 4 |
| Sturgeon River from Afton Rd. (Also called Webb Rd. or Wolverine Rd.) downstream to mouth at Burt Lake. | 4 |
Chippewa | |
Lakes | Type |
| Dukes Lake | B |
| Highbanks Lake | A |
| Naomikong Lake | A |
| Naomikong Pond | A |
Streams | Type |
| Albany Creek from bridge below lamprey weir to L. Huron. | 4 |
| Carp River, Mainstream | 4 |
| Halfaday Creek from Lakeshore Drive downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
| Pendill’s Creek from Second Dam (T47N, R4W, S28) downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
| Pine River from H-40 Bridge downstream to L. Huron. | 4 |
Crawford | |
Lakes | Type |
| Bright Lake | B |
| Kneff Lake | A |
| Shupac Lake | A |
Streams | Type |
| Au Sable River Mainstream from Business Loop 75 (James St.) downstream to Burton’s Landing (T26N, R3W, S11). | 2 |
| Au Sable River Mainstream from Burton’s Landing downstream to South Wakeley Bridge Rd. (Wakeley Bridge). | GR p.44 |
| Au Sable River Mainstream from South Wakeley Bridge Rd. (Wakeley Bridge) to McMasters Bridge Rd. (McMasters Bridge). | GR p.44 |
| Au Sable River Mainstream from McMasters Bridge Rd. (McMasters Bridge) downstream to Rainbow Bend power line (T26N, R2E, S3). | 4 |
| Manistee River from headwaters downstream to CO. Rd. 612. | 2 |
| Manistee River from CO. Rd. 612 to M-72. | GR p.45 |
| Manistee River from M-72 downstream to Sunset Trail Rd. (CCC Bridge T26N, R6W, S26). | GR p.45 |
| North Branch Au Sable River from Sheep Ranch downstream to confluence with Mainstream. | GR p.44 |
| South Branch Au Sable River from Chase Bridge Rd. (Chase Bridge) to Lower High Banks. | GR p.44 |
| South Branch Au Sable River from Lower High Banks downstream to confluence with Mainstream. | GR p.44 |
Delta | |
Lakes | Type |
| Bear Lake | A |
| Carr Lake | A |
| Carr Ponds | A |
| Kilpecker Pond | A |
| Norway Lake | A |
| Wintergreen Lake | A |
| Zigmaul Pond | A |
Streams | Type |
| Bark River from 9 Road (Section Line Between T38N, R24W, S20 & 29) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Big Fishdam River from County Road 2222 Bridge (T41N, R18W, S9) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Days River from Highway M-35 Bridge downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Escanaba River from Boney Falls Dam downstream to mouth of Silver Creek (T40N, R23W, S11). | GR p.45 |
| Ford River from Northland Truck Trail (T43N, R27W, S35) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Rapid River from County Road S-15 (T42N, R21W, S19) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Sturgeon River from County Road 442 Bridge (T42N, R20W, S13) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Tacoosh River from 29th Lane (County Road G-24) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Whitefish River from 38th Road (U.S.F.S. 2236) downstream to US-2 bridge in T41N, R21W, S28. Year-round - the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. | 4 |
Dickinson | |
Streams | Type |
| Ford River from Northland Truck Trail (T43N, R27W, S35) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
Eaton | |
Streams | Type |
| Sebewa Creek and Tributaries | 4 |
Emmet | |
Lakes | Type |
| Walloon Lake | B |
Streams | Type |
| Bear River from Walloon Lake downstream to northern edge of foot bridge north of Lake Street. Hook Restriction: On the Bear River, from the northern edge of foot bridge north of Lake Street upstream to Lake Street Dam (T34N, R5W, S6) it shall be unlawful to use other than one single-pointed unweighted hook measuring 1/2" or less from point to shank. | 4 |
| Carp Lake River from Bridge in (T39N, R4W, S32) downstream to L. Michigan. | 3 |
| Maple River from Woodland Rd., Emmet Co. downstream to mouth. | 4 |
Gladwin | |
Streams | Type |
| North Branch Cedar River from (T20N, R2W, S2) downstream to confluence with Cedar River (T19N, R2W, S20). | 4 |
Gogebic | |
Lakes | Type |
| Beatons Lake | B |
| Castle Lake | A |
| Cornelia Lake | A |
| Imp Lake | B |
| Moon Lake | B |
| Redboat Lake | C |
Streams | Type |
| Big Carp River from a point 100 yards downstream of Bathtub Falls (T50N, R45W, S1) to L. Superior. | 3 |
| Black River from Rainbow Falls (T49N, R46W, S10) downstream to L. Superior. | 3 |
| Black River from US-2 downstream to Rainbow Falls. | 2 |
| Duck Creek from Railroad Bridge (T44N, R39W, S16) to confluence with Middle Branch Ontonagon River. | GR p.45 |
| Little Carp River from Traders Falls (T50N, R45W, S2) downstream to L. Superior. | 3 |
| Maple Creek from Bridge in (T49N, R46W, S18) downstream to L. Superior. | 3 |
| Middle Branch Ontonagon River downstream limit is Agate Falls. | 2 |
| Omans Creek from County Road 505 downstream to L. Superior. | 3 |
| Presque Isle River from Manabezho Falls to L. Superior. | 3 |
Grand Traverse | |
Lakes | Type |
| Duck Lake | B |
| Elk Lake | E |
| Green Lake | B |
| Sand Lake #1 | C |
Streams | Type |
| Boardman River from Beitner Rd. downstream to L. Michigan. SC - Closed to Fishing - Whenever weir is in place from the downstream side of the Front Street Bridge to the upstream side of the pedestrian bridge in the vicinity of the Boardman River weir in Traverse City. | 4 |
Hillsdale | |
| Lakes | Type |
| Bear Lake | C |
| Bird Lake | C |
Houghton | |
| Portage/Torch Lake system (including the Portage River, Portage Canal, North Entry and South Entry.) | BRTA |
Lakes | Type |
| Clear Lake | D |
| Penegor Lake | A |
| Perrault Lake | D |
Streams | Type |
| Big Traverse River upstream limit is Gay-Lake Linden Road. | 3 |
| East Branch Ontonagon River upstream limit is Hwy. M-28. | 3 |
| Elm River from Road Bridge between (T53N, R36W, S3 &10) downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
| Graveraet River from mouth of Deer Creek (T54N, R36W, S2) downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
| Little Elm River from Agate Beach Road (T53N, R36W, S6) downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
| Otter River from confluence of N. and W. Br. Otter River downstream to Sturgeon River. | 3 |
| Pilgrim River from Hwy US-41 downstream to Portage L. (T54N, R33W, S5). | 3 BTRA |
| Pilgrim River and tributaries from the headwaters downstream to Hwy US-41. | 1 BTRA |
| Salmon Trout River from Redridge Dam downstream to L. Superior. | 3 |
| South Branch Elm River from bridge (T54N, R36W, S29 & S32) downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
| Sturgeon River from US-41 downstream to Prickett Dam. | 2 |
| Sturgeon River from Prickett Dam downstream to L. Superior. SC - Closed to Fishing - April 1 - June 30 from the Prickett Dam downstream to mouth of Clear Creek (T50N, R35W, S12). | 3 |
| Trap Rock River upstream limit is Cemetery Road (T56N, R32W, S29). | 4 |
Huron | |
Streams | Type |
| Bird Creek | 3 |
| Pigeon River | 3 |
| Pinnebog River | 3 |
Ionia | |
Streams | Type |
| Fish Creek from Sidney Rd. (T10N, R6W, S20) downstream to confluence with Maple River. | 4 |
| Prairie Creek Year-round — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. | 4 |
| Sebewa Creek and Tributaries | 4 |
Iosco | |
Streams | Type |
| Au Sable River Mainstream from Foote Dam downstream to L. Huron. SC - Closed to Fishing - Year-round, from Foote Dam to the downstream edge of the apron of the dam. | 3 |
| Au Sable River Mainstream Alcona Dam to S. Br. River. | 4 |
| East Branch Au Gres River (Whitney Drain) from M-55 downstream to Saginaw Bay SC - Closed to Fishing - Dec. 1 - Friday before last Saturday in April between DNR lamprey weir and Legget Road (T21N, R6E, S10). | 3 |
| Pine River from F-41 downstream to Lake Huron. | 3 |
| Tawas River | 3 |
| Van Etten Creek from Van Etten Lake downstream to mouth. | 3 |
Iron | |
Lakes | Type |
| Chicagon Lake | B |
| Deadman’s Lake | A |
| Ellen Lake | B |
| Forest Lake | D |
| Fortune Pond | A |
| Golden Lake | B |
| Killdeer Lake | A |
| Lake on Three | B |
| Madelyn Lake | A |
| Lake Ottawa | B |
| Skyline Lake | A |
| Spree Lake | A |
| Timber Lake | D |
Streams | Type |
| Cooks Run from US Forest Hwy 16 to confluence with S. Br. Paint River (T44N, R36W, S28). | GR p.45 |
| Paint River, South Branch from the Mouth of Cooks Run (T44N, R36W, S28) to the Mouth of the N. Br. of the Paint River (T44N, R35W, S8). | GR p.46 |
Isabella | |
Streams | Type |
| Chippewa River from Outlet of Lake Isabella, (T15N, R6W, S35) Isabella Co. downstream to confluence with the Tittabawassee River, (T14N, R2E, S21), Midland Co. | 3 |
Jackson | |
Lakes | Type |
| Farwell Lake | C |
| Swains Lake | C |
Streams | Type |
| South Branch Rice Creek from Concord Rd. downstream to confluence with Kalamazoo River. | 4 |
Kalamazoo | |
Lakes | Type |
| Gull Lake | E |
| Little Paw Paw Lake | C |
| Ruppert Lake | C |
Streams | Type |
| Augusta Creek from Little Gilkey Lake and Fair Lakes outlets downstream to Knappen Mills Dam. | 4 |
| Portage Creek downstream limit is Kilgore Rd. (T3S, R11W, S3). | 4 |
| Silver Creek from M-89 Bridge (T1N, R11W, S26) downstream to confluence with Kalamazoo River. | 2 |
Kalkaska | |
Lakes | Type |
| Bear Lake | B |
| Big Blue Lake | B |
| Big Guernsey Lake | C |
| Big Twin Lake | C |
| North Blue Lake | B |
| Starvation Lake | C |
Streams | Type |
| Manistee River from M-72 downstream to Sunset Trail Rd. (CCC Bridge T26N, R6W, S26). | GR p.45 |
| Manistee River from Sunset Trail Rd. (CCC Bridge T26N, R6W, S26) downstream to M-115. | 4 |
| Rapid River from Antrim (Rugg) Pond downstream to Torch River. Hook Restriction: from May 1 – July 1, on Torch River from the Crystal Beach Rd Bridge downstream to Lake Skegemog including Rapid River up to Aarwood Rd Bridge it shall be unlawful to use other than one single-pointed unweighted hook measuring ½-inch or less from point to shank. | 4 |
| Torch River from Torch Lake downstream to Lake Skegemog. Hook Restriction: from May 1 – July 1, on Torch River from the Crystal Beach Rd Bridge downstream to Lake Skegemog including Rapid River up to Aarwood Rd Bridge it shall be unlawful to use other than one single-pointed unweighted hook measuring ½-inch or less from point to shank. | 4 |
Kent | |
Streams | Type |
| Ball Creek downstream limit is confluence with Rogue River. | 4 |
| Buck Creek downstream limit is confluence with Grand River. | 4 |
| Coldwater River from Freeport Rd. downstream to confluence with Thornapple River. | 4 |
| Nash Creek downstream limit is confluence with Rogue River. | 4 |
| Rogue River downstream limit is confluence with Grand River. Year-round — From Rockford Dam downstream to confluence with Grand River — the daily possession limit for Type 4 still applies with up to five (5) Rainbow Trout allowed in the daily possession limit, no more than three (3) trout 15" or greater and shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout 20 inches or greater. | 4 |
Keweenaw | |
Lakes | Type |
| Lost Lake | D |
| No Name Pond (T57N, R31W, S8) | A |
Streams | Type |
| Big Traverse River upstream limit is Gay-Lake Linden Road. | 3 |
| Eagle River upstream limit is dam at Eagle River Village. | 4 |
| Fanny Hooe River upstream limit is Lake Fanny Hooe. | 4 |
| Gratiot River from Bridge (T57N, R32W, S19,20) downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
| Silver Creek upstream limit is Falls (T58N, R32W, S26). | 4 |
| Silver River upstream limit is Hwy M-26. | 4 |
| Tobacco River upstream limit is mouth of Black Brook Creek. | 4 |
Lake | |
Streams | Type |
| Little Manistee River from North Peacock Trail (Spencer’s Bridge T19N, R13W, S5) to Johnson’s Road (Johnson’s Bridge T20N, R14W, S24). SC - Closed to Fishing - Jan. 1 - Mar. 31 - from a point 300 feet upstream of the DNR weir to Spencer’s Bridge. | GR p.45 |
| Little Manistee River from Johnson Rd. (Johnson’s Bridge) downstream to the boundary with Manistee Lake, which is defined as the power line crossing downstream of Stronach Road Bridge (also referred to as Water Street on some maps). SC - Closed to Fishing - Jan. 1 - Mar. 31 - from a point 300 ft. upstream of the DNR weir to Spencer’s Bridge. Year-round — from Johnson Rd downstream to 300 feet above the Little Manistee River Weir — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 4 |
| Pere Marquette River from M-37 to the downstream edge of the boat ramp/slide at Gleason’s Landing. | GR p.46 |
| Pere Marquette River from the downstream edge of the boat ramp/slide at Gleason’s Landing to the upstream edge of the boat ramp at Rainbow Rapids. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | GR p.46 |
| Pere Marquette River from the upstream edge of the boat ramp at Rainbow Rapids (T18N, R14W, S27) downstream to Reek Rd. (Indian Bridge). Year-round — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 4 |
| Pine River from Elm Flats Public Access Site to confluence with Tippy Dam backwaters. | 3 |
Lapeer | |
Streams | Type |
| Belle River | 4 |
Leelanau | |
Lakes | Type |
| Big Glen Lake | E |
| North Lake Leelanau | E |
Streams | Type |
| Crystal River from Fisher Dam downstream to L. Michigan. | 3 |
| Leland (Carp) River | 3 |
| Shalda Creek from Little Traverse Lake outlet (T29N, R13W, S10) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
Lenawee | |
Lakes | Type |
| Allens Lake | C |
| Deep Lake | C |
Livingston | |
Lakes | Type |
| Spring Mill Pond, (Island Lake Recreation Area): No fishing March 15 - March 31. Catch-and-release fishing for trout - artificial lures only - April 1 - the Fri. before the last Sat. in April; from the last Sat. in April - March 14, 5 fish limit, 8-inch minimum size limit, no more than 3 fish 15" or larger, artificial and natural baits may be used. | |
Luce | |
Lakes | Type |
| Bennett Springs Lake | A |
| Brockies Pond (T46N, R11W, S1) | A |
| Bullhead Lake | A |
| Camp 8 Lake | C |
| Dairy Lake | A |
| Deer Lake | D |
| Holland Lake | A |
| Jack Lake | A |
| Little Whorl Lake | A |
| Moon Lake | D |
| Pratt Lake | A |
| Pretty Lake | B |
| Sid Lake | D |
| Silver Creek Pond | A |
| Syphon Lake | A |
| Tank Lake | B |
| Trout Lake | A |
| Ward Lake | A |
| Wolverine Lake | A |
Streams | Type |
| Blind Sucker River upstream limit is Blind Sucker Flooding Dam. | 4 |
| Two-Hearted River from Co. Rd. 407 (High Bridge) downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
Mackinac | |
Lakes | Type |
| Millecoquins Pond | A |
Streams | Type |
| Black River upstream limit is Peters Truck Trail Footbridge. | 4 |
| Brevoort River upstream limit is Brevoort Lake. | 4 |
| Carp River Mainstream | 4 |
| Crow River upstream limit is outfall of Amadon Pond. | 4 |
| Milakokia River Inland-Limstone Co. Railroad Bridge (T41N, R13W, S1) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Millecoquins River from H-40 bridge downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Pine River from H-40 Bridge downstream to L. Huron. | 4 |
Macomb | |
Streams | Type |
| Clinton River from Yates Dam above Dequindre Rd. downstream to Lake St. Clair. | 4 |
| North Branch Clinton River from 32 Mile Rd. downstream to confluence with Clinton River. | 4 |
Manistee | |
Lakes | Type |
| Arcadia Lake from M-22 to L. Michigan. | F |
| Manistee Lake from Railroad Bridge below M-55 (T21N, R16W, S6) to L. Michigan. | F |
| Portage Lake | F |
Streams | Type |
| Bear Creek from County Road 600 (T23N, 14W, S6) downstream to confluence with Manistee River. Year-round — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 3 |
| Betsie River from Kurick Rd. downstream to M-22. Year-round — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 4 |
| Bowens Creek from St. Pierre Road downstream to M-22. | 4 |
| Little Manistee River from Johnson Rd. (Johnson’s Bridge) downstream to the boundary with Manistee Lake, which is defined as the power line crossing downstream of Stronach Road Bridge (also referred to as Water Street on some maps). SC - Closed to Fishing - Sep. 1 - Nov. 14 and Jan. 1 - March 31 from a point 300 feet downstream from the DNR weir in T21N, R16W, S25 down to the boundary with Manistee Lake, which is defined as the power line crossing downstream of Stronach Road Bridge (also referred to as Water Street on some maps). SC - Closed to Fishing - Year-round within 300 feet of the DNR weir, T21N, R16W, S25. SC - Closed to Fishing - Jan. 1 - March 31 from a point 300 feet upstream of the DNR weir to Spencer’s Bridge. Year-round — from Johnson Rd downstream to 300 feet above the Little Manistee River Weir the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. NOTE: The daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout from 300’ downstream of Little Manistee River Weir down to the boundary with Manistee Lake, which is defined as the power line crossing downstream of Stronach Road Bridge (also referred to as Water Street on some maps). Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 4 |
| Manistee River from Hodenpyl Reservoir downstream to Red Bridge. | 4 |
| Manistee River from Tippy Dam downstream to Railroad Bridge below M-55 (T21N, R16W, S6). Year-round — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 3 |
| Pine River from Elm Flats Public Access Site to confluence with Tippy Dam backwaters. | 2 |
Marquette | |
Lakes | Type |
| Bass Lake | B |
| Big Trout Lake | E |
| Brocky Lake | B |
| Cedar Lake | B |
| Cranberry Lake | A |
| Forestville Basin | B |
| Island Lake (T45N, R30W, S14) | A |
| Just Lake | A |
| Lake Arfelin | E |
| Little Brocky Lake | B |
| Little Shag Lake | B |
| Moccasin Lake | A |
| Perch Lake | B |
| Rockingchair Lake, North | D |
| Rockingchair Lake, South | D |
| Section 13 Lake | A |
| Silver Lake Basin | B |
| Slough Lake | A |
| South Kidney Lake (T45N, R26W, S28) | D |
| Sporley Lake | E |
| Strawberry Lake | D |
| Swanzy Lake | A |
| Twin Lake (T45N, R30W, S23) | B |
Streams | Type |
| Big Garlic River Mainstream from Forks (T49N, R27W, S12) downstream to County Road 550 (T50N, R26W, S33) | 4 |
| Big Garlic River tributaries from County Road 550 (T50N, R26W, S33) downstream to L. Superior (T50N, R26W, S21). | 1 BTRA |
| Big Huron River from Big Eric’s Bridge (T52N, R30W, S35) downstream to L. Superior (T52N, R29W, S18). | 1 BTRA |
| Carp River from Deer Lake Dam (T48N, R27W, S27) downstream to Morgan Creek. | 2 |
| Carp River from Morgan Creek downstream to L. Superior. Year-round — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. | 3 |
| Chocolay River from confluence of Big Creek (T47N, R24W, S9) downstream to L. Superior. | 3 |
| Ford River from T43N, R27W, S33 (Dickinson Co.) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Harlow Creek from Railroad Bridge (T49N, R26W, S24) downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
| Iron River from Lake Independence Dam (T51N, R27W, S13) downstream to L. Superior (T51N, R26W, S18). | 4 BTRA |
| Little Huron River from unnamed bridge crossing located at the southern border of section 20 (T52N, R29W, S20) downstream to L. Superior (T52N, R29W, S17). | 1 BTRA |
| Salmon-Trout River from Lower Falls (T51N, R28W, S13) down to L. Superior. No fishing - Aug. 15 - the Friday before the last Saturday in April. | 1 BTRA |
Mason | |
Lakes | Type |
| Pere Marquette Lake from Old 31 Highway to L. Michigan. | F |
Streams | Type |
| Big Sable River from Bridge Crossing (T19N, R15W, S3) downstream to Hamlin Lake. | 4 |
| Big Sable River from Hamlin Lake Dam downstream to L. Michigan. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 3 |
| Big South Branch Pere Marquette River from confluence of Beaver/ Winnepesaug creeks downstream to confluence with Pere Marquette River. Year-round — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 4 |
| Lincoln River from confluence of N. and S. Br. of Lincoln River, (T19N, R17W, S32) downstream to L. Michigan. | 3 |
| Little Manistee River from Johnson Rd. (Johnson’s Bridge) downstream to the boundary with Manistee Lake, which is defined as the power line crossing downstream of Stronach Road Bridge (also referred to as Water Street on some maps). SC - Closed to Fishing - Jan. 1 - March 31 from a point 300 feet upstream of the DNR weir to Spencer’s Bridge. Year-round — from Johnson Rd. downstream to 300 feet above the Little Manistee River Weir the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 4 |
| Pentwater River and all tributaries Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | |
| Pere Marquette River from the upstream edge of the boat ramp at Rainbow Rapids (T18N, R14W, S27) downstream to Reek Rd. (Indian Bridge). Year-round — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 4 |
| Pere Marquette River from Reek Rd. (Indian Bridge) downstream to Old US-31. Year-round — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 3 |
Mecosta | |
Streams | Type |
| Little Muskegon River | 4 |
| Muskegon River from US-10 downstream to River Bend Bluffs Public Access Site (T15N, R9W, S31). | 4 |
| Tamarack Creek | 4 |
Menominee | |
Streams | Type |
| Big Cedar River from Veterans Memorial Park Dam (T38N, R26W, S9) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Ford River from T43N, R27W, S35 (Dickinson Co.) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Walton Creek (River) from Westmann Dam (T35N, R25W, S18) down to L. Michigan. | 4 |
Midland | |
Streams | Type |
| Chippewa River from outlet of Lake Isabella, (T15N, R6W, S35) Isabella Co. downstream to confluence with the Tittabawassee River, (T14N, R2E, S21), Midland Co. | 3 |
| Tittabawassee River from Sanford Dam site downstream to confluence with the Saginaw River. SC - Closed to Fishing - March 16 - Fri. before last Sat. in April between Sanford Dam and the mouth of the Salt River (T15N, R1W, S24). SC - Closed to Fishing - March 16 - Fri. before last Sat. in April between the Dow Dam and Gordonville Bridge (T13N, R2E, S1). | 3 |
Missaukee | |
Streams | Type |
| Manistee River from Sunset Trail Rd. (CCC Bridge T26N, RW, S26) downstream to M-115. | 4 |
Monroe | |
Streams | Type |
| Huron River from Belleville Lake Dam in Wayne Co. downstream to L. Erie | 4 |
Montcalm | |
Lakes | Type |
| Marl Lake | C |
| Nevins Lake | C |
Streams | Type |
| Fish Creek from Sidney Rd. (T10N, R6W, S20) downstream to confluence with Maple River. | 4 |
| Little Muskegon River | 4 |
| Prairie Creek Year-round — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. | 4 |
| Tamarack Creek | 4 |
Montmorency | |
Lakes | Type |
| Avalon Lake | B |
| Clear Lake | B |
| McCormick Lake | B |
Streams | Type |
| Black River from Tin Shanty Bridge Rd. downstream to the Town Corner Lake Stairs (T32N, R1E, S31). | GR p.45 |
| Hunt Creek (T29N, R3E) East Fish, West Fish and Middle Fish lakes, and 2.4 miles of Hunt Creek from the Section Z bulkhead south to the Montmorency-Oscoda Co. line, and all of Fuller Creek, all in Sections 25-27 and 34-36 is closed to fishing. | |
| Thunder Bay R. from Atlanta dam to Sucker Cr. confluence upstream of Hillman Pond. | 4 |
Muskegon | |
Lakes | Type |
| Duck Lake from Nestrom Rd. to L. Michigan. | F |
| Mona Lake from US-31 to L. Michigan. | F |
| Muskegon Lake from M-120 to L. Michigan. | F |
| White Lake from Business Route US-31 (in Whitehall) to L. Michigan. | F |
Streams | Type |
| Cedar Creek from River Rd. (T11N, R15W, S33) downstream to confluence with Muskegon River. | 3 |
| Crockery Creek Mainstream from Moore Rd. (T10N, R13W, S4) in Muskegon Co. downstream to confluence with Grand River (Ottawa Co.). | 4 |
| Muskegon River from Croton Dam downstream to M-120. Year-round — the daily possession limit for Type 3 still applies with up to five (5) Rainbow Trout allowed in the daily possession limit, no more than three (3) trout 15" or greater and shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout 20 inches or greater. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 3 |
| North Branch Crockery Creek mainstream from Kenowa Ave. (T10N, R13W, S36) downstream to confluence with Crockery Creek mainstream at Ravenna. | 4 |
| White River from Hesperia Dam downstream to White Lake (Business Route US-31 in Whitehall) Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 4 |
Newaygo | |
Lakes | Type |
| Condon Lake | C |
Streams | Type |
| Big South Branch Pere Marquette River from confluence of Beaver/Winnepesaug creeks downstream to confluence with Pere Marquette River. Year-round — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 4 |
| Little Muskegon River | 4 |
| Muskegon River from Croton Dam downstream to M-120. Year-round — the daily possession limit for Type 3 still applies with up to five (5) Rainbow Trout allowed in the daily possession limit, no more than three (3) trout 15" or greater and shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout 20 inches or greater. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15, see p. 8. | 3 |
| Rogue River downstream limit is confluence with Grand River. | 4 |
| Tamarack Creek | 4 |
Oakland | |
Lakes | Type |
| Maceday Lake | C |
Streams | Type |
| Huron River from 50 yards below Proud Lake Dam (T2N, R8E, S18) to 100 yards below Wixom Rd. (T2N, R7E, S13). | GR p.45 |
| Paint Creek from Gunn Rd. to Tienken Rd. | GR p.46 |
Oceana | |
Lakes | Type |
| Pentwater Lakefrom Long Bridge Rd (B15) to L. Michigan. | F |
| Silver Lake downstream limit is L. Michigan. | F |
| Stony Lake from inlet of Stony Creek to L. Michigan. | F |
Streams | Type |
| Big South Branch Pere Marquette River from confluence of Beaver/Winnepesaug creeks downstream to confluence with Pere Marquette River. Year-round — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15. | 4 |
| North Branch Pentwater River from Oceana Dr. downstream to confluence with mainstream of Pentwater River. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15. | 4 |
| North Branch White River from Arthur Rd. downstream to confluence with White River. Year-round — the daily possession limit shall not include more than one (1) Rainbow Trout. Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15. | 4 |
| Pentwater River from Hart Dam downstream to confluence with Pentwater Lake (Long Bridge Rd. or B15). Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15. | 4 |
| White River from Hesperia Dam downstream to White Lake (Business Route US-31 in Whitehall) Special Artificial Lure Regulations: apply Aug. 1 - Nov. 15. | 4 |
Ogemaw | |
Lakes | Type |
| Lake George | B |
Streams | Type |
| Rifle River from Sage Lake Road (T23N, R3E, S22) downstream to Saginaw Bay. | 3 |
Ontonagon | |
Lakes | Type |
| Courtney Lake | B |
| Mirror Lake | C |
| Trout Creek Pond | C |
Streams | Type |
| Big Iron River from Koshak Rd. Bridge (T49N, R43W, S2) downstream to L. Superior. | 3 |
| East Branch Ontonagon River upstream limit is Hwy. M-28. | 3 |
| East Sleeping River from railroad trestle (T53N, R38W, S25) downstream to L. Superior. | 3 |
| Firesteel River (including East & West Branch) upstream limit is Hwy. M-26. | 3 |
| Little Iron River upstream limit is Nonesuch Falls (T50N, R43N, S1). | 3 |
| Middle Branch Ontonagon River downstream limit is Agate Falls. | 2 |
| Middle Branch Ontonagon River Agate Falls is upstream limit. | 3 |
| Misery River upstream limit is bridge in T53N, R37W, S15. | 3 |
| Ontonagon River | 3 |
| Union River from South Boundary Rd. (T51N, R42W, S22) downstream to L. Superior. | 4 |
| West Branch Big Iron River from Burnt Dam Bridge (T50N, R44W, S36) downstream to confluence with Big Iron River. | 3 |
| West Branch Ontonagon River upstream limit is confluence with Victoria Hydro Station tail race (T50N, R39W, S29). SC - Closed to Fishing - April 1 - June 10 from its confluence with the Victoria Hydro Station tail race in the SE1/4 of the SW1/4 of T50N, R39W, S29 upstream to Victoria Dam. | 3 |
Osceola | |
Lakes | Type |
| Center Lake | C |
Streams | Type |
| Muskegon River from US-10 downstream to River Bend Bluffs Public Access Site (T15N, R9W, S31). | 4 |
Oscoda | |
Lakes | Type |
| Crater Lake | A |
| Loon Lake | B |
Streams | Type |
| Au Sable River Mainstream from McMasters Bridge Rd. (McMasters Bridge) downstream to Rainbow Bend power line (T26N, R2E, S3). | 4 |
| Au Sable River Mainstream from Mio Dam down to the Mio power line at (T26N, R3E, S7). | 4 |
| Au Sable River Mainstream from Mio power line (T26N, R3E, S7) downstream to Evans Rd. (McKinley Bridge). | GR p.44 |
| Au Sable River Mainstream from Evans Rd. (McKinley Bridge) downstream to 4001 Bridge. | 2 |
Otsego | |
Lakes | Type |
| Big Chub Lake | B |
| Bridge Lake | B |
| Ford Lake | D |
| Heart Lake | B |
| Lost Lake | D |
| North Twin Lake | D |
| Pickerel Lake | B |
| Section Four Lake | D |
| South Twin Lake | D |
| West Lost Lake | D |
Streams | Type |
| Black River from Tin Shanty Bridge Rd. downstream to the Town Corner Lake Stairs (T32N, R1E, S31). | GR p.45 |
| Manistee River from headwaters downstream to Co. Rd. 612. | 2 |
| Pigeon River from Old Vanderbilt Rd. downstream to Elk Hill Campground Horse Trail (T32N, R1W, S10). | 2 |
| Pigeon River from Elk Hill Campground Horse Trail to Pine Grove Campground stairs. | GR p.46 |
Ottawa | |
Lakes | Type |
| Lake Macatawa from River Ave. to L. Michigan. | F |
| Pigeon Lake from Lakeshore Drive to L. Michigan. | F |
Streams | Type |
| Crockery Creek Mainstream from Moore Rd. (T10N, R13W, S4) in Muskegon Co. downstream to confluence with Grand River (Ottawa Co.). | 4 |
| North Branch Crockery Creek Mainstream from Kenowa Ave. (T10N, R13W, S36) downstream to confluence with Crockery Creek mainstream at Ravenna. | 4 |
| Sand Creek | 4 |
Presque Isle | |
Lakes | Type |
| Bear Den Lake (T33N, R2E, S32) | B |
Streams | Type |
| Ocqueoc River from Barnhart L. down to L. Huron. | 4 |
| Swan River from US-23 Bridge downstream to L. Huron. SC - Closed to Fishing - Whenever weir is in place - from 300 feet above weir to mouth (T35N, R6E, S20 & S29). | 3 |
| Trout River from dam (T35N, R5E, S17) downstream to L. Huron. | 3 |
Roscommon | |
Lakes | Type |
| Higgins Lake | E |
Saginaw | |
Streams | Type |
| Saginaw River | 3 |
| Tittabawassee River from Sanford Dam site downstream to confluence with the Saginaw River. | 3 |
Schoolcraft | |
Lakes | Type |
| Banana Lake | B |
| Bear (Nineteen) Lake | B |
| Kings Pond | A |
| Lost Lake | A |
| Ned’s Lake | D |
| Spring Pond | A |
| Twilight Lake | D |
Streams | Type |
| Fox River from Fox River State Forest Campground (T46N, R14W, S11) to M-28. | GR p.45 |
| Manistique River from Papermill Dam downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
| Milakokia River Inland-Limstone Co. Railroad Bridge (T41N, R13W, S1) downstream to L. Michigan. | 4 |
St. Clair | |
Streams | Type |
| Belle River | 4 |
| Black River from private dam in Port Huron State Game Area downstream to confluence with St. Clair R. | 3 |
| Mill Creek downstream limit is confluence with Black R. | 4 |
St. Joseph | |
Streams | Type |
| Curtis Creek and Tributaries | 2 |
| Mill Creek and Tributaries from Preston Road (T7S, R12W, S7) downstream to impoundment at T7S, R12W, S32. | 4 |
| Prairie River Mainstream from Bowers Road (T8S, R7W, S4) downstream to McKale Road (T7S, R9W, S8). | 4 |
| Unnamed Tributary (T6S, R10W, S26). | 4 |
Van Buren | |
Lakes | Type |
| Shafer Lake | C |
Streams | Type |
| Black River Mainstream from confluence of N. and S. Br. down to L. Michigan. | 3 |
| Brush Creek (Except Reynolds Lake Drain) from 63rd Ave. downstream to confluence with Paw Paw River. | 4 |
| Dowagiac River (including Dowagiac Drain) from source downstream to confluence with St. Joseph River. | 4 |
| Pine Creek downstream limit is 101st Ave. (T1N, R12W,S32). | 4 |
| South Branch of the Black River from Hamilton Street Bridge (T2S, R16W, S1) downstream to confluence with mainstream (T1S, R17W, S2). Type 1 from Hamilton St.Bridge up to Bangor City Dam. Hook Restriction: South Branch Black River and all Tributaries upstream of Breedsville (Mill Str.) - it shall be unlawful to use other than one single-pointed unweighted hook measuring 1/2" or less from point to shank. | 3 |
| South Branch Paw Paw River (aka Gates Drain or West Branch) and tributaries downstream to the railroad bridge downstream of I-94 (T3S, R14W, S14). | 4 |
Wayne | |
Streams | Type |
| Huron River from Belleville Lake Dam in Wayne Co. downstream to L. Erie. | 4 |
Wexford | |
Streams | Type |
| Manistee River from Sunset Trail Rd. (CCC Bridge T26N, R6W,S26) downstream to M-115. | 4 |
| Pine River from Elm Flats Public Access Site to confluence with Tippy Dam backwaters. | 2 |
