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Bamfield Creek

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Michigan, United States

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Top fish species at Bamfield Creek

Smallmouth bass
Smallmouth bass
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General info

Bamfield Creek is a stream located in Alcona County, Michigan, United States. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass.

Location

44°34′58.1″N 83°46′26.9″W
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Fishing regulations at Bamfield Creek, 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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40.7 miles away

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46.3 miles away

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48.1 miles away

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Gladwin

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FAQ about Bamfield Creek fishing

📍 Where is the Bamfield Creek located?
the Bamfield Creek is a stream located in Alcona County, Michigan, United States. Its coordinates are:
44°34′58.1″N 83°46′26.9″W
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🎣 Where on the Bamfield Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Bamfield Creek by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the Bamfield Creek?
The most common species in the Bamfield Creek are:
📢 What are the latest Bamfield Creek fishing reports?
The latest Bamfield Creek fishing reports are:
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Bamfield Creek?

Fishing in Michigan requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include resident, non-resident, annual, short-term, and combination licenses, available online or at licensed agents.

In Michigan, no fishing license is required for anglers under 17 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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