Fishing Swan Creek
Monroe County, Michigan
Fish Species
DNR Fish Stocking
| Date | Species | Strain | Number | Avg Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2024 | Brown trout | Sturgeon River | 929 | 5.39" |
| 5/1/2024 | Brown trout | Sturgeon River | 700 | 5.39" |
| 5/1/2024 | Brown trout | Sturgeon River | 1,200 | 5.39" |
| 5/23/2023 | Brown trout | Sturgeon River | 897 | 5.09" |
| 5/23/2023 | Brown trout | Sturgeon River | 675 | 5.09" |
| 5/23/2023 | Brown trout | Sturgeon River | 1,125 | 5.09" |
| 4/18/2022 | Brown trout | Sturgeon River | 1,000 | 4.85" |
| 5/11/2021 | Brown trout | Sturgeon River | 708 | 4.78" |
| 5/11/2021 | Brown trout | Sturgeon River | 530 | 4.78" |
| 5/11/2021 | Brown trout | Sturgeon River | 860 | 4.78" |
Source: Michigan DNR Fish Stocking Database
Ice Fishing
Swan Creek's sheltered, slow-moving water can freeze in winter, though proximity to Lake Erie means conditions vary with wind and lake-effect weather. Ice fishing is more commonly pursued on nearby inland lakes or protected bays rather than the creek itself. Always check local conditions carefully.
Fishing Tournaments & Competitions
Check for upcoming registered bass, walleye, and muskellunge tournaments on Swan Creek.
Michigan Fishing Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish are in Swan Creek?
As a Lake Erie tributary, Swan Creek sees seasonal runs of walleye, white bass, and yellow perch moving in from the big lake. The creek itself holds warmwater species typical of slow coastal streams — bass, panfish, and catfish. The real draw is using the creek as a launching point to access western Lake Erie's world-class walleye fishing.
Data: Michigan DNR · ← Back to Swan Creek Guide
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