Presque Isle River: Fly Fishing Conditions & Hatch Report

By Chris Izworski  ·  Updated Monday, July 27, 2026  ·  Daily reports at Michigan Trout Daily
Flow
44 cfs
very low
Water Temp
75.4°F
hot
Gauge Height
5.32 ft
USGS gauge
Conditions
Tough
as of 10:03 AM UTC
About This River

Presque Isle River, Western Upper Peninsula

Tumbles through dramatic gorges and waterfalls before emptying into Lake Superior. Excellent brook trout in the upper reaches. Part of Porcupine Mountains Wilderness.

Species present: Brook trout, Steelhead trout. Stream type: freestone.

Active Hatches: July 2026

What's Hatching Now

No major hatches active at current conditions. Nymphs, streamers, and midges are the recommended approach.

Access & Regulations
Public Access
Porcupine Mountains State Park, US-2 bridges
Regulations
General trout regulations. Lake Superior tributaries: check steelhead regs.
Target Species
Brook trout, Steelhead trout
Stream Type
Freestone
About the Author
Chris Izworski is a Michigan angler and the founder of the Michigan Trout Report, which tracks live conditions for 110+ Michigan rivers. He publishes daily stream reports at Michigan Trout Daily.
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