Red Cedar River Michigan Trout Fishing Conditions
Brown Trout
Grand River tributary flowing through Williamston and East Lansing. Surprisingly decent brown trout in the cold upper sections near Williamston. Accessible to Lansing-area anglers.
The Red Cedar River flows west through Ingham County, passing through Williamston and the Michigan State University campus in East Lansing before joining the Grand River. The cold upper sections near Williamston hold wild brown trout, making it an accessible option for Lansing-area anglers.
Not a destination stream, but a solid local option. The upper reaches above Williamston have the coldest water and best trout habitat. Spring and fall are the productive windows. Urban/suburban in the lower reaches, more rural and fishable upstream.
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Access Points
Williamston area, East Lansing bridges, MSU campus area
Regulations
General trout regulations in upper sections.
Stream data from USGS Water Services.
Access point data from Michigan DNR GIS Open Data.
For comprehensive Michigan trout stream information, see Michigan Trout Streams Guide.
Current Michigan fishing regulations: Michigan DNR Fishing Guide.