Did you know that every year in Michigan you can fish for FREE on two weekends? The summer date is coming up this weekend so there is no better time to grab a pole and get hooked on what Michigan fishing has to offer! We’re sharing ten family friendly spots to fish around the Lansing area, and where to get fishing poles that are great for even the littlest fishers in your family. So what are you waiting for? Let’s enjoy some Michigan fishing, for free!
Michigan’s Free Fishing Weekend is part of the Department of Natural Resources Three Free Program. You can learn more here about what rules may apply.
Family Friendly Fishing In + Around Lansing
Burchfield Park| 881 Grovenburg Rd, Holt, MI 48842
Fish You Might See: Rainbow Trout
Hawk Island| 1601 E Cavanaugh Rd, Lansing, MI 48910
Fish You Might See: Carp, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Sucker, Sunfish, Yellow Perch
Central Park Pond| 5153 Marsh Rd. Okemos, MI 48864
Fish You Might See: Bullhead, Carp, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Sunfish, Yellow Perch
Lake Delta| 3902-8898 S Canal Rd, Lansing, MI 48917
Fish You Might See: Panfish, Channel Catfish
Lake Lansing| 1621 Pike Street, Haslett, MI, 48840
Fish You Might See: Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Sunfish
Park Lake| 6064-6274 Park Lake Rd, Bath Twp, MI,
Fish You Might See: Bullhead, Carp, Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Sunfish, Yellow Perch
McCormick Park| 123 High Street, Williamston, MI, 48895
Fish You Might See: Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Sucker, Sunfish
Lake Interstate|Located in Dimondale West of I-69
Fish You Might See: Bullhead, Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Sucker, Sunfish, Yellow Perch
Round Lake| 5748 Round Lake Rd. Accessible via Don’s Party Store
Fish You Might See: Bullhead, Carp, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Sunfish, Yellow Perch
Sparks Park Urban Fishery| 1528 Kibby Rd, Jackson, MI 49203
Fish You Might See: Crappie, Largemouth bass
You’ve got your fishing location set but now you need the gear! Below are some options to get you going both local and internet friendly.
Local Spots to Shop
Grand River Bait & Tackle| Offering both used and new gear they have you covered for all your fishing needs.
Nomad Anglers| Offering gear for fly fishing and reels both new and used.
Chain Spots to Shop
Dick’s Sporting Goods| Offering gear for new fishers, toddlers, youth and more.
Amazon| We get it you need it fast and easy. Head to the Amazon link for some great options for kids.
We hope you have an amazing weekend heading out to see what our Michigan lakes have to offer! Be sure to tag us if you head to one of these family friendly spots to fish this weekend, we would love to see. If you want to stay on land this weekend consider a day in East Lansing.
