Fishing Little Muskegon River
Mecosta County, Michigan
Fish Species
Brown troutRainbow trout
DNR Fish Stocking
Rainbow trout: 38,627 totalBrown trout: 14,094 total
| Date | Species | Strain | Number | Avg Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2025 | Brown trout | Wild Rose | 1,200 | 6.94" |
| 5/20/2025 | Rainbow trout | Eagle Lake | 1,300 | 7" |
| 5/3/2022 | Rainbow trout | Eagle Lake | 1,250 | 7.32" |
| 5/3/2022 | Rainbow trout | Eagle Lake | 1,700 | 7.32" |
| 5/3/2022 | Rainbow trout | Eagle Lake | 1,700 | 7.32" |
| 5/3/2022 | Rainbow trout | Eagle Lake | 1,700 | 7.32" |
| 5/4/2021 | Rainbow trout | Eagle Lake | 1,250 | 6.45" |
| 5/4/2021 | Rainbow trout | Eagle Lake | 1,700 | 6.45" |
| 5/4/2021 | Rainbow trout | Eagle Lake | 1,700 | 6.45" |
| 5/4/2021 | Rainbow trout | Eagle Lake | 1,700 | 6.45" |
Source: Michigan DNR Fish Stocking Database
Fishing Tournaments & Competitions
Check for upcoming registered bass, walleye, and muskellunge tournaments on Little Muskegon River.
Michigan Fishing Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish are in the Little Muskegon River?
Small trout are the main draw at the access points, along with smallmouth bass, walleye, and catfish. Fly fishing for trout is popular in the quieter stretches. Recent stream restoration work has improved trout habitat at some sites.
Is fly fishing good on the Little Muskegon River?
Yes — the river's quiet stretches through the national forest are well-suited for fly fishing, especially for small trout. Stream improvement work has enhanced habitat in some sections. It's a low-pressure, uncrowded fishery.
Data: Michigan DNR · ← Back to Little Muskegon River Guide
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