Big Meadow Drain

Berrien County, Michigan

Class I

Big Meadow Drain is a Class I (self-sustaining wild trout) trout stream in Berrien 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 Meadow Drain.

Brook trout Brown trout Lake trout Rainbow trout Splake

Fishing Guides Near Big Meadow Drain

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

Fishful Thinking Charters LLC – St. Joseph

Charter Captain

Silver Beach Fishing Co

Captain Hook Charters

Charter Captain

Lakes in Berrien County

Black Lake

Paw Paw Lake

Other Trout Streams in Berrien County

Bakertown Drain

Blue Creek

Class IV 10.2 mi

East Branch Galien River

Farmers Creek

Galien River

Class IV 29.9 mi

Hickory Creek

Class I 18.8 mi

Plan Your Trip to Big Meadow Drain

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.