Fishing Chocolay River
Marquette County, Michigan
Fish Species
Rainbow trout
DNR Fish Stocking
Rainbow trout: 35,985 total
| Date | Species | Strain | Number | Avg Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2025 | Rainbow trout | Michigan | 11,988 | 6.97" |
| 4/18/2024 | Rainbow trout | Michigan | 9,000 | 7.99" |
| 4/18/2024 | Rainbow trout | Michigan | 3,000 | 7.99" |
| 4/11/2023 | Rainbow trout | Michigan | 11,997 | 6.61" |
Source: Michigan DNR Fish Stocking Database
Fishing Tournaments & Competitions
Check for upcoming registered bass, walleye, and muskellunge tournaments on Chocolay River.
Michigan Fishing Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish are in the Chocolay River?
Fishing reports from the Chocolay River are not particularly encouraging — local reviewers have expressed frustration with low fish numbers and limited stocking. Like many Lake Superior tributaries, it may see seasonal runs of steelhead or salmon near the mouth, but don't expect a reliable fishery on the river itself.
Data: Michigan DNR · ← Back to Chocolay River Guide
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