Fishing
Southwestern Michigan offers some of the best freshwater fishing in the world. And since you can fish all year around, there’s always an excuse to grab your pole and head for the water! Whether you want to deep-water fish for 20 lb. Coho or Chinook salmon on Lake Michigan, wade into a clear stream for brown trout or fish inside an ice shanty for blue gill, the challenge will lure you back again and again. Other catches include smallmouth bass, steelhead, walleye, perch, smelt, pike, catfish, crappie, sucker, bass and muskies. Pick up a Michigan fishing license (required) at most local sporting goods and bait shops.
For up-to-date fishing information, call Michigan DNR at 517.373.0908.
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3855 Peach Street
Stevensville, MI 49127
269.930.9262
Contact: Doug Wiggins
Hours: March-December
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Charter boat fishing for Chinook, Coho, Brown Trout, Lake Trout and Perch on Lake Michigan aboard a fully equiped 30' boat. Bluegill, Bass, Walleye and Pike fishing also available. Ice fishing guide for Pike, Bluegills and Crappie.
Sunset cruises on Lake Michigan.
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Lake Michigan fishing-sportfish
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Sunset cruises
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Small lake fishing
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Perch on Lake Michigan
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Guided ice fishing
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River trips
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Directions:
Will meet at any establishment or at Brian's Marina, Anchors Way, St. Joseph, Michigan. I-94 exit 23, Red Arrow Highway north to St. Joseph.
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Sea Hawk Charters/St. Joseph River Fishing |
5841 Longhorn Trail
Stevensville, MI 49127
269.429.6110
Contact: Russ Clark
Hours: 7 days a week/full-time. Can accommodate up to 6 people.
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Year round full-time sportfishing charters on the St. Joseph River and Lake Michigan. Fishing the St. Joseph River for Salmon, Steelhead, Brown Trout and Walleye. You will be fishing in a custom built 24' Carolina Skiff river boat. The boat is fully enclosed and heated, making it comfortable during cold weather conditions.
Come enjoy the experience of catching Salmon and Steelhead on light action rods.
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24' enclosed & heated river boat
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Fish cleaning included
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Bait & tackle included
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1-day fishing license available on boat
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Multiple boats available
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Corporate charters welcome
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U.S.C.G. licensed captain
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D.N.R. inspected
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8' light action rods
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2-day specials offered
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Directions:
Captain will give you detailed directions and a map to the dock. He will also give you motel and restaurant information in the area.
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Sea Hawk Charters/Lake Michigan Fishing |
5841 Longhorn Trail
Stevensville, MI 49127
269.429.6110
Contact: Russ Clark
Hours: 7 days a week/full-time. Can accommodate up to 6 people.
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Year round full-time sportfishing charters on Lake Michigan and the St. Joseph River. Fishing for Salmon, Steelhead, Trout and Perch. Coast guard licensed and inspected. 36' Tiara with a 14' beam for abundant fishing room. The boat has a generator for heat and air conditioning.
I have over 20 years of experience as a charter boat captain. This is my only job, so I take it seriously.
We also offer pleasure cruises and sunset cruises!
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All bait & tackle furnished
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36' Tiara/14' beam
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Full-time year round captain
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Coast Guard licensed & inspected
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Fish cleaning included
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$1.00 per day fishing license available on boat
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Corporate charters are our specialty
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Full furnished galley
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Large enclosed restroom
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Pro Staff for Okuma, Silver Streak, Raytheon electronics, Vector Down Riggers & Church's tackle
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Service with a friendly captain & first mate, as well as a clean, organized boat
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2-day specials offered
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Directions:
Captain will give you detailed directions and a map to the dock. He will also give you motel information as well as restaurant information in the area. The lake boat is docked at Pier 1000 Marina, slip #25, 1000 Riverview Drive, Benton Harbor.
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Risky Business Sportfishing Charters |
10489 Rangeline Road
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
269.473.2523
Contact: Capt. Rick Kraklau
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Captain Rick invites you, your family and friends to experience the greatest sportfishing in the world! The boat is equipped with a full stand-up private head and large cockpit area with comfortable seating for your relaxation.
The sportfishing season starts in April, which produces Coho, Brown Trout and Steelhead. These fish range in weight from 3 to 12 pounds. As waters warm we begin taking King Salmon and Lake Trout, which are capable of reaching 30 pounds. The season runs through September.
Risky Business is state safety inspected and the captain holds a U.S. Coast Guard license for inland waters of the United States. Risky Business carries both the state and Drug Free decals.
You captain will make all weather related decisions, as your safety and comfort are his first concerns.
THINGS TO BRING: Michigan fishing license (available at the dock), soft sole shoes, sunglasses, sun block and clothing to meet weather conditions, lunch and beverages, camera and cooler (to transport your catch home). Your fish will be cleaned to your specific needs and bagged ready for the freezer.
Custom charters also available. Six-person maximum on all charters. A $100.00 deposit is required to reserve your charter date. Should you need to cancel, we will gladly reschedule. Please note: no refunds of deposit will be made on trips cancelled within one-week of your reserved date.
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All fishing tackle provided:
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Rod & reels
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5 electric downriggers
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Graph
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Auto pilot
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Loran"C"
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Admission:
$110.00 per person, 8-hour fishing trip or limit of $440.00 minimum. $90.00 per person, 5-hour afternoon trip or limit of $360.00 minimum.
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Directions:
Risky Business is docked at Fisherman's Row Marina on Ann Street in St. Joseph, Michigan close to local hotels and restaurants. Call for directions.
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1788 East Snow Road
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
269.471.7389
GPS [41.9242° N, 86.4147° W] |
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Some of the best Sportsman Bass fishing in Michigan. No Michigan fishing license required. Spring fed manmade lakes, 90 years in the making. Plenty of time to make for some great fishing. Located 13 miles from Lake Michigan and 13 miles north of the Indiana/Michigan state line. Open April to November.
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Sportsman Bass fishing
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Fee fishing
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Bluegill, crappies & bullhead
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Shore fishing
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1 1/2 miles of shoreline
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Many piers to fish from
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Boat rental
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Electric trolling motors
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Covered boat dock
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Bait & tackle
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Sunup to sundown daily
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45 campsites
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Water & electric
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Shaded campsites
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3 miles from St. Joseph River
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Campground near the shores of Oronoko Lake
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Directions:
US 31 exit 13, 3 miles west on Snow Road.
I-94 exit 16, north on Red Arrow Highway to Lake Street traffic light, turn right. East on Lake Street, becomes Shawnee Road, 8 miles to Burgoyne Road, turn right/south to Snow Road. Turn left/east 1/8 mile to Oronoko Lakes.
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143 Anchors Way Dock #95
St. Joseph, MI
269.279.9218
Contact: Capt. Mel Lafrance
Hours: April 1-Mid Oct
GPS [42.1095° N, 86.4718° W]
My Mistress
14996 Gleason Road, P O Box 273
Three Rivers, MI 49093
269.279.9218
Contact: Capt Med Lafrance
Hours: Cell: 269-506-3513
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Lake Michigan sport fishing charters onboard a 30 foot Searay Express. Kids young and old are welcome to fish for seasonal catches of salmon, coho, lake trout, brown trout, steelhead and perch.
We also offer afternoon and sunset cruises!
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We clean & bag your fish
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Full restroom
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Large fishing area
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Full electronic equipment
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Box lunches/deli tray available upon request
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Headhunter Charters, St. Joseph River Fishing |
10034 Painter School Road
Berrien Center, MI 49102
269.921.6997
Contact: Captain Tim Shaffer
Hours: 24 Hours/7 Days per week
GPS [41.9502° N, 86.3324° W]
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Full-time year-round sportfishing for Steelhead, King Salmon, Coho Salmon, Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Catfish, Smallmouth Bass and Walleye on the St. Joseph River. 24 foot custom built Carolina Skiff Riverboat. Fully enclosed, heated hardtop for your safety and comfort. High quality G. Loomis and St. Croix lite action rods for your fishing pleasure.
We can accommodate up to 6 people on one trip.
We also offer pleasure cruises.
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24' Custom riverboat
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Fully enclosed hardtop
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20,000 BTU heater
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G. Loomis & St. Croix rods
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Raytheon electronics
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All bait & tackle included
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Custom fish cleaning
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Corporate charters welcome
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Multiple boats available
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DNR licensed & insured
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USCG Licensed 100 ton Master Captain
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Fishing & hunting combo trips available
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Complimentary photo of your catch
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Super quiet four stroke engines
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1-day Michigan DNR fishing license available on boat
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Monthly packages offered
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Directions:
South on Old U.S. 31 to Berrien Springs. 1st left after crossing the river to Shamrock Park.
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Headhunter Charters, Lake Michigan Fishing |
10034 Painter School Road
Berrien Center, MI 49102
269.921.6997
Contact: Captain Tim Shaffer
Hours: 24 Hours/7 Days per week
GPS [42.1057° N, 86.4747° W]
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Full-time year-round sportfishing for Steelhead, King Salmon, Coho Salmon, Brown Trout and Perch. U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain. 31 foot Sea-Ray with 12 foot beam for your fishing comfort. The latest in electronics from Raytheon and Lowrance will help you stay on the fish. We can accommodate up to 6 people on one trip.
We also offer pleasure cruises.
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31' Sea-Ray w/12' beam
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Fully enclosed restroom
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Twin V-8 300 HP inboard engines
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DNR inspected & insured
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Full-time USCG 100 ton Master licensed Captain
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Raytheon & Lowrance electronics
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All bait & tackle provided
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Custom fish cleaning
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Multiple boats available
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Fishing & Hunting combo trips available
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Complimentary photo of your catch
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Vector downriggers Pro-Staff
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Stinger lures Pro-Staff
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1-day Michigan fishing license available onboard
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Corporate charters welcome
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Weekly & monthly specials offered
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Directions:
I-94 exit 27, Niles Road. Niles Road/Avenue to Main Street. Main to Broad Street, turn right on Board Street to Marsh Street, turn left on Marsh Street to Dock #85, Pier 33 Marina.
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220 Anchors Way
St. Joseph, MI 49085
269.983.4140
Contact: Kevin or Tammie
Hours: April-September
GPS [42.1085° N, 86.4716° W]
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We offer romantic sunset cruises on Lake Michigan for one to 87 people at $15-$20 per person. We also have the only large perch fishing boat in the state with prices starting as low as $15. Now for the part of the business that made us famous - our trophy salmon and trout fishing with both shared and private charters available starting as low as $40 - reservations required!
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Perch fishing
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Salmon fishing (trolling or casting)
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Sunset cruises
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Sunset weddings
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Rehersal dinners
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Reunions
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Church gatherings
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Private sunset dinner cruises
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Corperate & large parties welcome
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Plenty of free parking
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Directions:
I-94 west, Exit 33 through Benton Harbor over the bridge, make a right, go under the bridge and make a right around the curve on the right, sign saying Captain Hook in driveway.
I-94 east, Exit 23, turn right on Red Arrow and follow north along the lake. Turn right at Post Office (Ship Street), curve left down the hill and over the bridge, make right at bottom around curve, sign says Captain Hook on the right.
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143 Anchors Way, Slip 94
St. Joseph, MI 49085
269.470.4149
Contact: Jim Conder
Hours: 8 hour trip 6am-2pm; 5 hour trip 3-8pm
GPS [42.1099° N, 86.4722° W]
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Lake Michigan sport fishing charter for catches of Coho and Chinook Salmon, Brown Trout, Lake Trout and Steelhead.
Captain Jim Conder is licensed by the Coast Guard and the State of Michigan and has 21 years of experience.
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28 Ft. Carver Flybridge Cruiser
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Twin Engines
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Private Restroom
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GPS and Loran for navigation
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Marine radiotelephone
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Electric Downriggers
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Auto-pilot radar
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Various fishing electronics
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Directions:
Turn on Anchors Way off of Business I-94 at the downtown St. Joseph River Drawbridge.
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Berrien Springs Dam and Fish Ladder |
Mechanic Street
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
GPS [41.9441° N, 86.3277° W]
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One of the favorite fishing sites along the St. Joseph River. Recent major modifications to the dam include a fish ladder that allows salmon and steelhead to migrate upstream in the fall; return to Lake Michigan in the spring. Public access is available both above and below the dam. St. Joseph River is well known for its steelhead, giant coho salmon, walleye, smallmouth bass, panfish and pike. Steelhead catches of 5-20 lbs. are not uncommon. Best fishing is between April and November.
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Directions:
From old US-31 in downtown Berrien Springs, take Mechanic St to Fish Ladder.
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