Belle River

Running through Michigan, United States, Belle River is the kind of river that fishes well at the right water level. Drop a lure or fly into the bubble line at the head of a pool and let the current swing it past holding fish. Long, slow glides at Belle River hold the bigger fish; the broken water above and below holds the smaller, more aggressive ones. Stay quiet on the bank — river fish are easily spooked.

Location

42.8393, -82.7127 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Smallmouth bassRock bassNorthern pikeLargemouth bassWhite suckerChannel catfish

Fishing Techniques

• For Smallmouth bass

  Focus your fishing efforts around rocky structures, ledges, and areas with current, as smallmouth bass prefer these habitats.

• For Rock bass

  Rock bass often hold near structure; target rocky areas, docks, and submerged timber by casting close to these locations and varying your retrieve.

• For Northern pike

  Vary your retrieval speed and add pauses to entice strikes, especially in colder water.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Belle River.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Belle River, make sure your licence covers Michigan, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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