Fishing Sturgeon River

Dickinson County, Michigan

Fish Species

Brook troutBrown troutLake sturgeonRainbow trout

DNR Fish Stocking

Brown trout: 33,645 totalBrook trout: 5,500 totalLake sturgeon: 3,089 totalRainbow trout: 1,500 total
DateSpeciesStrainNumberAvg Length
9/16/2024 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 14 6.9"
9/19/2023 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 147 6.58"
9/19/2023 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 147 6.59"
9/19/2023 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 147 6.56"
9/16/2023 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 205 7.04"
9/28/2022 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 119 6.79"
9/28/2022 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 118 6.52"
9/28/2022 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 119 6.43"
9/27/2022 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 1 18.82"
9/22/2020 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 36 7.4"

Source: Michigan DNR Fish Stocking Database

Fishing Tournaments & Competitions

Check for upcoming registered bass, walleye, and muskellunge tournaments on Sturgeon River.

🏆 MI Tournament SearchDNR Fishing Tournament Information System 🎣 Tournament CalendarAmerican Fishing Contests — Sturgeon River

Michigan Fishing Resources

🐟 Master Angler ProgramTrophy catch records & map — apply for your patch 📋 Michigan Fishing Regulations2025–2026 season dates, size & possession limits 📍 DNR Where to FishSpecies-specific locations & family fishing waters ⚠️ Eat Safe Fish GuidePFAS & contaminant advisories for Michigan waters

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Sturgeon River good for fishing?

Fishing from the dam is popular and productive — reviewers report catching fish on both sides. The cold, spring-fed water supports cold-water species. The access road to the dam is narrow and difficult to navigate with oncoming traffic, so be prepared.

Data: Michigan DNR · ← Back to Sturgeon River Guide

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