The first place that comes to mind when thinking of salmon fishing is the coast of Canada or British Columbia or the hard rivers and coastal waters of Alaska. But not many realize that Lake Michigan fishing season has as much to offer as the other fishing grounds and you can fish either on or off shore.
The chances of fishing in Lake Michigan are endless and the river Ausable with its tributaries forms thousands and thousands of opportunities to find the perfect fishing spot in this region. Shores fishing in these areas prove quite fruitful as there are quiet a number of deep and quiet waters in the fast moving channels and streams called as “pocketwater”. These pocket waters are excellent spots to fish from the bottom or fly fish. This is done by the casting and bouncing technique where the lure or spoon is near the bottom in the way of the salmon. For those wider areas further up from the origin of the river fishing techniques like the wade- in fly is ideal. Also remember that the river and stream bead are aligned with large and small slippery rocks and they can be dangerous. So wear soled waders as a safety measure.
If you don’t prefer spending your day on the shore, fly fishing, there are a large number of charters and guides that you can use to take you out into the waters of Lake Michigan where you can fish for salmon. Almost all these charters on Lake Michigan provide full service including fishing gears, meals and supplies .Some charters provide cabins with all amenities and some harbor at pre set locations for meals, cook outs and a chance to experience the scenic beauty of the shores of Lake Michigan. All the captains and guides on the Lake Michigan are experienced and have a vast knowledge on the history of the lake and on fishing; they usually take home with them some of the prices Chinook and Coho salmon. There are a few charters on the lake which sail on the “Gold coat” located between the little and Big Sauble Points.
Lake Michigan is becoming more and more popular among the anglers who seek a different and natural fishing experience without having to spend a fortune on a trip to Canada or Alaska. The Fishing area of the lake has an excellent conservation and environmental policies and the ban on fishing in certain areas of the river ensures the continued growth in salmon industry in this area.
