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Pike fishing in Michigan

Michigan provides strong freshwater fishing opportunities for pike. Lakes, rivers, and reservoirs across the state offer reliable action for anglers.

Best baits and lures for Pike in Michigan

According to catch data from over 20 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the best baits used to catch Pike.

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Latest Pike fishing reports in Michigan

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Northern pike

Thornapple River

28 in · 7 lb 8 oz

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Northern pike

Clam Lake

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Lake Saint Clair (MI)

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Northern pike

Lake Saint Clair (MI)

32 in · 8 lb

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Northern pike

Independence Lake

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Independence Lake

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Northern pike

Lake Saint Clair (MI)

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Northern pike

Fourmile Lake

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Northern pike

Flat River

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Northern pike

L'anse Creuse Bay

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Regulations for Pike in Michigan

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FAQ

Anglers in Michigan commonly catch several Pike species, including Northern pike, Muskellunge, and Tiger muskellunge, according to reports from Fishbrain members.

These species can be found in many lakes, rivers and streams throughout the area. If you are targeting a specific species, you can use the to filter catches by species and see where anglers are catching them and which baits they are using.
Pike are caught in lakes, rivers and streams throughout Michigan. Popular fishing waters reported by Fishbrain members include Lake Saint Clair (MI), Huron River, and Grand River.

The allows anglers to see exact catch locations shared by other members, helping you discover productive fishing spots where Pike have recently been caught.