Headwaters near Grayling, excellent brown trout in the upper reaches and world-class steelhead in lower sections. One of Michigan's longest and most diverse trout rivers.
Species present: Brown trout, Rainbow trout, Steelhead trout. Stream type: freestone.
Based on current water temperature (52.3°F) and time of year, the following insects are active or expected on the Manistee River.
| Hatch | Latin | Top Patterns | Time of Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue-Winged Olive (Baetis) | Baetis spp. | Parachute BWO #16, Sparkle Dun BWO #16 | midday |
| BWO (Fall) | Baetis tricaudatus | Parachute BWO #16, Pheasant Tail Nymph #16 | midday |
| Fall Caddis | Neophylax spp. | Orange Elk Hair Caddis #14, LaFontaine Pupa (orange) #14 | afternoon |