Species found in and around Alpena: largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, rock bass, pumpkin seed sunfish, yellow perch, whitefish, black crappie, bluegill, bluntnose minnow, bullhead catfish, common carp, common shiner, logperch, longnose gar, sunfish, rainbow trout, white sucker,
Top Inland Waters for Fishing
Paul Gohlke, throwing bait on Long Lake, courtesy Steve Jakubcin.
Top Fisheries along Thunder Bay River
Thunder Bay River is one of the largest river systems in the state of Michigan. The 75-mile long main branch, and accompanying north and south branches, are known for their clear water and beautiful natural scenery. A number of dams built along the river have created interesting habitat for many different fish species making this one body of water you will want to consider when fishing the Alpena area.
Fletcher Pond (a.k.a. Fletcher Floodwaters)
Lake Winyah (a.k.a. Seven Mile Pond)