Story Highlights • Michigan’s “Three Free Weekend” (June 7–8) offers free fishing, ORV trail access, and entry to state parks and boating sites — with great local fishing spots in ...

There was time when pike were a top target of Michigan anglers, back before the salmon program changed everything.

Crappie are one of the most popular gamefish in the U.S.—and for good reason. They’re fun to catch for anglers of ... to the shallows to spawn. In the Northern states, this happens a month ...

When water temperatures rise during the early part of summer, crappie in large impoundments will seek out comfort zones in ...

Productive crappie hatches in 2018 and 2019 continue to support excellent fishing. Grand Lake St. Marys has a daily limit of 30 crappie with a minimum length requirement of 9 inches. Hoover ...

NORTHERN MICHIGAN., (WPBN/WGTU) — Fly fishing is experiencing a surge in popularity across Northern Michigan, drawing outdoor enthusiasts to the region's picturesque rivers. Marco Ross ...

How to find and catch spawning crappies in shallow water this spring using these proven tips, baits, and locations to maximize your early-season crappie bite ...

SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN — It’s officially fishing season in Michigan. Inland walleye, trout and northern pike fishing season opens April 26 in Michigan’s lower peninsula. Fishing season for some ...

The statewide trout opener and the Lower Peninsula inland walleye and northern pike seasons all open on April 26. Michigan's 2025-26 fishing season doesn't open until April 1, but anglers can ...