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Portage River

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Michigan, United States

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Hornyhead chub

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Smallmouth bass

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Rock bass

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Striped shiner

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Rock bass

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General info

Portage River is a stream located in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States. It is also intersecting with Saint Joseph County, Michigan. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Largemouth bass, and Rock bass.

Location

42°05′58.3″N 85°29′18.7″W
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Fishing regulations at Portage River, MI

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42°05′58.3″N 85°29′18.7″W
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29.3 miles away

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29.5 miles away

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29.7 miles away

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FAQ about Portage River fishing

the Portage River is a stream located in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States. It is also intersecting with Saint Joseph County, Michigan. Its coordinates are:
42°05′58.3″N 85°29′18.7″W
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