This coming Saturday, April 24th marks the opening day of trout season on the Type 1 and Type 2 streams as well as the walleye, northern pike and muskellunge opener on the Lower Peninsula inland waters. The “Catch & Immediate Release” bass season for the Lower Peninsula will also open this coming Saturday. Dry conditions around the state may very well impact some trout streams as water temperatures will be warm and levels will be lower compared to most openers. Anglers will want to try streams that are more resistant to low water levels.
Southeast Lower Peninsula
Lake Erie – Is producing walleye in Brest Bay and south of Luna Pier. The popular fishing spots were 12 to 15 feet of water near the campground at Sterling State Park and the Dumping Grounds off Luna Pier. Most were jigging with blade baits or hair jigs tipped with minnows. The Hot Ponds and the channels near Bolles Harbor should be good for “Catch and Release” bass fishing this weekend. Continue reading Michigan Fishing Reports
