Big Sable River

Mason County, Michigan

Class I Featured

Big Sable River is a Class I (self-sustaining wild trout) trout stream in Mason County, Michigan. Approximately 53.8 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

53.8

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 Sable River.

Brook trout Brown trout Lake trout Rainbow trout Splake

Fishing Guides Near Big Sable River

Wolf Pack Guide Service

Fly Fishing Guide

Big River Outfitters

Fly Fishing Guide

Brad Klimaszewski

Bass Action Charters

Fly Fishing Guide

Due North Guide Service

Fly Fishing Guide

Northern Michigan smallmouth

Casey Richarson

Fly Fishing Guide

Lakes in Mason County

Bartons Lake

Bass Lake

Bass Lake

Bass Lake

Other Trout Streams in Mason County

Burr Creek

Cooper Creek

Costello Creek

Dumaw Creek

Gurney Creek

Hatting Creek

Plan Your Trip to Big Sable 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.