Fish and their Seasons

Our Fish and their Seasons

We in Northern Michigan are lucky to have one of the most diverse fisheries in the world. Below are some of our favorite species, when to fish them and how. Click on the species you are interested in for additional information.

Trout

May through September (regular season)

Some rivers including the Manistee have extended seasons and are open all year.

More info.......

Salmon

Mid-August through Mid-October

July and August

Spring: Mid-March through April

Fall: October through November

Winter: December through February

More info........

Golden Bones/Carp

Mid-May through Mid-July

More info.....

Guiding Fly Fishing Anglers on the Upper Manistee, Lower Manistee (below Tippy Dam), Boardman and Betsie Rivers for Steelhead, Slamon, Trout and Smallmouth Bass. Carp fishing guide trips on Grand Traverse Bay.

Ted Kraimer
Current Works, LLC
PO Box 333

Traverse City, MI 49685
231-883-8156

Current Works

Guided Fly Fishing Trips in Northwest Michigan with guide Ted Kraimer