🐟 What fish can you catch in Traverse City?

Most commonly caught species around Traverse City , MI : Largemouth bass - 3,296 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 2,631 reported catches Rock bass - 1,027 reported catches Northern pike - 938 reported catches Chinook salmon - 549 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Traverse City fishing reports?

The latest Traverse City , MI fishing reports are: @charles.secchia reported a nice Rainbow trout at Northport Creek . @charles.secchia reported a nice Coho salmon at Northport Creek . @simons-luke reported a nice Northern pike at Arbutus Lake . @shull-austin reported a nice Coho salmon . @WaylenLenz reported a nice Coho salmon at West Arm Grand Traverse Bay . .

Fishing in Traverse City, MI

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Traverse City, Michigan?

Anglers in Traverse City , MI recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Michigan (MI) , Spider Lake , Boardman River , East Arm Grand Traverse Bay , West Arm Grand Traverse Bay .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Traverse City?

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Michigan, United States

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Top fish species in Traverse City

Latest Traverse City fishing reports

Rainbow trout

Northport Creek

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Coho salmon

Northport Creek

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Northern pike

Arbutus Lake

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Coho salmon

21 in · 3 lb

Coho salmon

West Arm Grand Traverse Bay

25 in · 5 lb

Chinook salmon

West Arm Grand Traverse Bay

35 in · 10 lb

Chinook salmon

Betsie River

25 in · 15 lb

Lake char

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Steelhead

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Rainbow trout

Manistee River

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Fishing regulations in Traverse City

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 Traverse City fishing

Anglers in Traverse City, MI recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Michigan (MI), Spider Lake, Boardman River, East Arm Grand Traverse Bay, and West Arm Grand Traverse Bay.

Most commonly caught species around Traverse City, MI:

Largemouth bass - 3,296 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 2,631 reported catches
Rock bass - 1,027 reported catches
Northern pike - 938 reported catches
Chinook salmon - 549 reported catches

The latest Traverse City, MI fishing reports are:

@charles.secchia reported a nice Rainbow trout at Northport Creek.
@charles.secchia reported a nice Coho salmon at Northport Creek.
@simons-luke reported a nice Northern pike at Arbutus Lake.
@shull-austin reported a nice Coho salmon.
@WaylenLenz reported a nice Coho salmon at West Arm Grand Traverse Bay.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Traverse City, MI. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: