Tailwater fishery below Croton Dam. Year-round trout and steelhead thanks to cold, stable dam releases. One of the most productive and accessible trout rivers in Michigan.
Species present: Brown trout, Rainbow trout, Steelhead trout. Stream type: tailwater.
Based on current water temperature (59.9°F) and time of year, the following insects are active or expected on the Muskegon River.
| Hatch | Latin | Top Patterns | Time of Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Caddis | Neophylax spp. | Orange Elk Hair Caddis #14, LaFontaine Pupa (orange) #14 | afternoon |