Bear Creek

Schoolcraft County, Michigan

Class I Featured

Bear Creek is a Class I (self-sustaining wild trout) trout stream in Schoolcraft County, Michigan. Approximately 122.3 miles of classified trout water. Species include brook trout, brown trout, lake trout, rainbow trout, splake.

Stream Classification

Class I — Self-sustaining wild trout population

122.3

Miles

5

Fish Species

0

Access Points

6

Local Guides

Regulations

5 fish, with no more than 3 trout 15“ or greater. Zero (0) Arctic Grayling.; Tackle: Artificial lures and all types of natural bait may be used.; Season: Last Saturday in April through September 30th

Map & Directions

Fish Species

Species found in Bear Creek.

Brook trout Brown trout Lake trout Rainbow trout Splake

Fishing Guides Near Bear Creek

Wolf Pack Guide Service

Fly Fishing Guide

Big River Outfitters

Fly Fishing Guide

Bass Action Charters

Fly Fishing Guide

Due North Guide Service

Fly Fishing Guide

Northern Michigan smallmouth

Casey Richarson

Fly Fishing Guide

Cast Away Guide Service

Fly Fishing Guide

Lakes in Schoolcraft County

Ashford Lake

Bass Lake

Beaton Lake

Bell Lake

Other Trout Streams in Schoolcraft County

Big Murphy Creek

Brace Creek

Bursaw Creek

Creighton River

Dead Horse Creek

Delias Run

Plan Your Trip to Bear Creek

Weather forecast — check conditions before you go
Review Michigan trout stream regulations for season dates and limits
A Michigan fishing license is required — buy online

Data sourced from Michigan DNR Division of Fish and Wildlife. Last verified: April 1, 2026. Learn how we maintain this data.