Plan a Fishing Trip to Bay City, MI

4 guidesBest months: April, May, June, July

What's Biting in Bay City Right Now

Northern Pike
GoodVarious
Steelhead
GoodVarious
Walleye
GoodVarious
Lake Trout
GoodVarious
Perch
Goodfreshwater
Jigging, Live Bait, Spinners
Coho Salmon
FairVarious
Smallmouth Bass
Fairfreshwater
Casting, Fly Fishing, Jigging
Chinook Salmon
Fairboth
Trolling, Fly Fishing, Drift Fishing

What to Bring

Check with Bay City guides about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore / freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • Light rain jacket

Michigan Fishing License

License: Resident or Non-resident Fishing License

Check the Michigan Fishing Guide for exceptions on specific bodies of water.