Fishing Kalamazoo River
Allegan County, Michigan
PFAS fish consumption advisory active
Mercury advisory — check serving limits
PCB advisory — check serving limits
View current advisories →Fish Species
DNR Fish Stocking
| Date | Species | Strain | Number | Avg Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2025 | Rainbow trout | Michigan | 3,611 | 7.13" |
| 5/1/2025 | Walleye | Muskegon | 2,650,000 | 0.12" |
| 9/6/2024 | Lake sturgeon | Kalamazoo River | 152 | 8.1" |
| 9/6/2024 | Lake sturgeon | Kalamazoo River | 5 | 17.18" |
| 5/7/2024 | Chinook salmon | Michigan | 124,448 | 3.86" |
| 8/30/2023 | Lake sturgeon | Kalamazoo River | 100 | 6.19" |
| 6/8/2022 | Walleye | Muskegon | 43,438 | 1" |
| 5/9/2022 | Chinook salmon | Michigan | 104,435 | 3.66" |
| 9/10/2021 | Lake sturgeon | Kalamazoo River | 1,145 | 6.42" |
| 8/5/2021 | Lake sturgeon | Kalamazoo River | 132 | 5" |
Source: Michigan DNR Fish Stocking Database
Fishing Tournaments & Competitions
Check for upcoming registered bass, walleye, and muskellunge tournaments on Kalamazoo River.
Michigan Fishing Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there fish consumption advisories on the Kalamazoo River?
Yes — the Kalamazoo River has active advisories for PFAS, mercury, and PCBs. You should check the Michigan DNR's current Eat Safe Fish guidelines for specific species and serving limits before consuming any fish caught here.
Can you fish the Kalamazoo River in Allegan County?
You can fish the river, and reviewers mention decent fishing on the quieter stretches. However, active fish consumption advisories for PFAS, mercury, and PCBs mean you should check DNR guidelines before keeping anything. Catch-and-release is the safer play here.
Data: Michigan DNR · ← Back to Kalamazoo River Guide
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