On the Property
The west branch of the Whitefish River runs across the back of our property, giving guests direct wade-and-walk access to native brook trout and resident browns. Water is cold, clear, and well-shaded by cedar and hemlock — classic UP trout stream.
Our Water
- Walk-in access from the lodge, no vehicle needed
- Mix of pocket water, riffles, and small pools
- Fly, light spinning tackle, and bait all effective
- Catch-and-release encouraged, legal keep per Michigan DNR regs
Nearby Waters
Main Branch Whitefish River
15 minutes away. Larger water, bigger fish, lower-gradient drift sections. Guided drift trips can be arranged.
Escanaba River
Blue-ribbon trout stream 20 minutes south. Browns to 24 inches, strong brook trout population. Multiple access points.
Lake Michigan Tribs (Fall Salmon)
Rapid River, Days River, Escanaba River all run brown trout, steelhead, and salmon in fall. September through November for salmon, October-November and April for steelhead.
Lake Superior Tribs (Spring Steelhead)
60-90 minutes north. The Big Sucker, Chocolay, and others. Spring steelhead run begins late March.
Seasons & Regulations
Michigan trout season on most streams opens the last Saturday of April and runs through September 30. Some waters have year-round seasons. Check Michigan DNR for current regulations, special regulations stretches, gear restrictions, and limits.
Services
- Fly fishing instruction (local guides, by arrangement)
- Guided drift boat trips on larger rivers
- Walk-in guided wade trips on the Whitefish
- Fly tying bench and vise in the great room
- Fish-cleaning station with running water