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Sauk River

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Michigan, United States

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Largemouth bass

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Saugeye

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Greengill hybrid

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Redear sunfish

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Common shiner

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Northern pike

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General info

Sauk River is a stream located in Branch County, Michigan, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Northern pike, and Common carp.

Location

41°55′56.8″N 84°59′14.1″W
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Fishing regulations at Sauk 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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Cities nearby

Coldwater

1.1 miles away

Bronson

11.3 miles away

Tekonsha

11.3 miles away

Burlington

12.8 miles away

Litchfield

14.0 miles away

Montgomery

14.2 miles away

Fremont

14.3 miles away

Clear Lake

15.4 miles away

Athens

16.6 miles away

Homer

17.3 miles away

Colon

17.3 miles away

Wall Lake

17.8 miles away

Hillsdale

18.1 miles away

Angola

20.0 miles away

Nettle Lake

22.1 miles away

Otter Lake

22.4 miles away

Marshall

22.8 miles away

Metz

23.1 miles away

North Adams

23.9 miles away

Sturgis

24.0 miles away

Mendon

24.6 miles away

Albion

24.8 miles away

Hanover

25.1 miles away

Ontario

25.8 miles away

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FAQ about Sauk River fishing

📍 Where is the Sauk River located?
the Sauk River is a stream located in Branch County, Michigan, United States. Its coordinates are:
41°55′56.8″N 84°59′14.1″W
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🎣 Where on the Sauk River is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Sauk River 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 Sauk River?
The most common species in the Sauk River are:
📢 What are the latest Sauk River fishing reports?
The latest Sauk River fishing reports are:
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Sauk River?

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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