The survey nets captured good numbers of northern pike and smallmouth bass and light numbers of largemouths on Wolf Lake.

Lake St. Clair ranks third on Fishing Booker's list of 18 best fishing lakes in the U.S. The lake is known for its bass, muskie, pike, and sturgeon fishing. Fishing Booker recommends hiring a guide or ...

Now is the time to catch steelhead in the St. Joseph River. Steelhead should be running strong in the river for the next couple of weeks, according to Lake Michigan fisheries biologist Ben Dickinson ...

A pair of Michigan lakes have been ranked among the 10 best ice fishing destinations in the United States, according to Fishing Booker. "The winter season opens up a whole new world for anglers, ...

Two lakes in Michigan have been named among the best destinations in the country for ice fishing. The lakes ranked on the “10 Best Ice Fishing Destinations in the US for 2026″ list by Fishing Booker.

Ice conditions in good shape across most of the state. Here's a look at the Michigan fishing report on Jan. 23, 2026.