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Bad River

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Michigan, United States

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Northern pike

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Smallmouth bass

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General info

Bad River is a stream located in Gratiot County, Michigan, United States. It is also intersecting with Saginaw County, Michigan. It is most popular for fishing Northern pike, Largemouth bass, and Channel catfish.

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43°16′42.8″N 84°26′34.5″W
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When are Northern Pike biting on Bad River?

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Fishing regulations at Bad River, MI

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 Bad River fishing

the Bad River is a stream located in Gratiot County, Michigan, United States. It is also intersecting with Saginaw County, Michigan. Its coordinates are:
43°16′42.8″N 84°26′34.5″W
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