Tag Archives: Michigan Fishing

Michigan Lake Turns Rusty After Beaver Dam Breach

July 23, 2025 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Kevin

Lake Angeline’s Crystal Clear Waters Turn Red A normally crystal-clear fishing lake in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula has turned red after a beaver dam breach. Located south of Ishpeming in Marquette County, Lake Angeline’s water level rose and became discolored after …

Lake Michigan in the Summer: Top Spot Revealed for Monster Catches

Lake Michigan is a summer fishing paradise that draws anglers from across the U.S. With thousands of miles of shoreline and open water access, it offers some of the best warm-weather fishing opportunities in the Midwest. While there are countless …

Hooked on the Big Lake: 5 Great Fishing Spots on Lake Michigan

July 7, 2025 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Garrett

Lake Michigan, one of the five Great Lakes, spans over 22,000 square miles and is a year-round angling haven. From trout and salmon to perch and bass, the lake offers a wide variety of fishing opportunities, especially during the warmer …

Michigan’s Au Sable River Tops National List of Best Fly-Fishing Spots

June 19, 2025 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Kelly

Michigan is home to the top fly-fishing river in the United States, according to a recent USA Today ranking voted on by anglers nationwide. The Au Sable River, a renowned cold-water fishery in Northern Michigan, claimed the No. 1 spot …

Urban Waters, Wild Fights: Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Near Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, Michigan is more than just a thriving city—it’s also a gateway to some of the best smallmouth bass fly fishing in the Midwest. While steelhead often steal the spotlight, the city’s surrounding rivers offer an exceptional opportunity to …

City Buzz Meets River Runs: Why Grand Rapids Is a Fly Fishing Gem in Disguise

Grand Rapids, Michigan is quickly becoming one of the most surprising fly fishing hotspots in the country. It offers a rare mix: a dynamic urban experience paired with some of the Midwest’s most rewarding freshwater fly fishing—just a short drive …

Michigan’s Fastest Fishing Season Ever: Black Lake Sturgeon Limit Reached in Just 17 Minutes

February 6, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Kelly

Michigan’s Black Lake sturgeon season shattered records this year, lasting just 17 minutes before anglers reached the quota of seven fish. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirmed this as the shortest season in history, beating the previous record …

What to Pack When Ice Fishing in Michigan

As anglers gear up for another ice fishing season, it’s time to ensure that every angler is equipped for a successful day out on the ice. With the chilly winds blowing and the frozen lakes beckoning, let’s dive into the …

Climate Change Impacting Michigan Hunting and Fishing, Urges Action

September 27, 2023 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Brandy

A coalition of Michigan hunting, fishing, and conservation groups is highlighting the growing impact of climate change on the state’s outdoors and wildlife. Warming global temperatures are threatening key fish and game species, stressing forests, and altering animal territories and …