Big Garlic River

Marquette County, Michigan

Class I

Big Garlic River is a Class I (self-sustaining wild trout) trout stream in Marquette County, Michigan. Approximately 11.3 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

11.3

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 Big Garlic River.

Brook trout Brown trout Lake trout Rainbow trout Splake

Fishing Guides Near Big Garlic River

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

Black Shadow Guide Service

Charter Captain

Northern Michigan smallmouth

Casey Richarson

Fly Fishing Guide

Lakes in Marquette County

Airport Lake

Anderson Lake

Angeline, Lake

Arfelin, Lake

Other Trout Streams in Marquette County

Barnhardt Creek

Beaver Farm Creek

Bell Creek

Big Brook

Class I 22.4 mi

Big Pup Creek

Bismark Creek

Plan Your Trip to Big Garlic River

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.