Grand Traverse County, MI
Grand Traverse Bay is located in northwestern portion of Michigan. It is the second largest bay of Lake Michigan. The bay is divided into an East Arm and a West Arm by the Old Mission Peninsula. This water body is a year-round fishing destination with a variety of fish species.
Explore the best fishing spots proven by local anglers.
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Brook trout
Brown trout
Burbot
Chinook salmon
Cisco
Coho salmon
Freshwater drum
Lake trout
Largemouth bass
Northern pikeThe best way to experience Grand Traverse Bay is boating. You can both take your own boat or hire a charter boat.
Fishing for perch is amazing here in April.
Rocky areas along the shoreline and the edges of sand flats are places where smallmouth bass is hiding in May. Grubs and tube baits work well.
Trolling for trout and salmon is excellent in June.
The best time of the year to fish cisco is in April and May.
Regulations vary by location. Check the rules for your fish to stay informed and prepared for fishing.
Check the regulation for your fish.
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