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Fishing in Grand Rapids, MI

Michigan, United States

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Want trophy-size catches? These Grand Rapids spots deliver

Top fish species in Grand Rapids

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Northern pike
Northern pike
Bluegill
Bluegill
Channel catfish
Channel catfish

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Brown trout

Rogue River

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Brown trout

Rogue River

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Striped shiner

Thornapple River

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Brown trout

Rogue River

13 in · 1 lb

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Brown trout

Rogue River

7 in · 2 oz

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Smallmouth bass

Thornapple River

17 in · 3 lb

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Smallmouth bass

Thornapple River

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Walleye

Riverside Park

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Creek chub

Bellamy Creek

8 in · 3 oz

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Steelhead

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About Grand Rapids fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Grand Rapids, Michigan. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 22,383 catches for Largemouth bass, 4,191 catches for Smallmouth bass, and 2,801 catches for Northern pike.

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Fishing regulations in Grand Rapids

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Michigan can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Grand Rapids fishing

Anglers in Grand Rapids, MI recommend these top fishing spots: Grand River, Thornapple River, Reeds Lake, Rogue River, and 6th Street Dam.
Most commonly caught species around Grand Rapids, MI:
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