Fishing Tittabawassee River

Saginaw County, Michigan

Fish Species

Lake sturgeon

DNR Fish Stocking

Lake sturgeon: 908 total
DateSpeciesStrainNumberAvg Length
9/21/2024 Lake sturgeon Saint Clair 114 7.52"
9/28/2023 Lake sturgeon Saint Clair 20 7.36"
9/23/2023 Lake sturgeon Saint Clair 78 6.61"
9/19/2023 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 28 7.95"
8/19/2023 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 111 5.79"
9/24/2022 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 25 8.2"
9/24/2022 Lake sturgeon Saint Clair 104 6.3"
8/19/2022 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 104 5.11"
9/17/2021 Lake sturgeon Saint Clair 63 6.14"
8/20/2021 Lake sturgeon Black Lake 117 4.5"

Source: Michigan DNR Fish Stocking Database

Fishing Tournaments & Competitions

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

Michigan Fishing Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish are in the Tittabawassee River?

The Tittabawassee is a warm-water river system supporting a variety of species. Reviewers mention fishing frequently, and the submerged stumps near bridges provide good structure for holding fish. As a major Saginaw River tributary, it connects to the broader Saginaw Bay watershed, which supports walleye, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, and panfish.

Is the Tittabawassee River good for fishing?

Yes — fishing is one of the most frequently mentioned activities in reviews. The river offers 'almost endless fishing location possibilities' according to locals. Structure from submerged stumps near bridges holds fish, and both bank fishing from docks and boat fishing are popular.

Data: Michigan DNR · ← Back to Tittabawassee River Guide