Black River

Cheboygan County, Michigan

Class III Featured

Black River is a Class III (stocked) trout stream in Cheboygan County, Michigan. Approximately 145.1 miles of classified trout water. Species include brook trout, brown trout, lake trout, rainbow trout, splake.

Stream Classification

Class III — Requires regular stocking to maintain fishable population

145.1

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: January 1st through December 31st

Map & Directions

Fish Species

Species found in Black River.

Brook trout Brown trout Lake trout Rainbow trout Splake

Fishing Guides Near Black 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

Northern Michigan smallmouth

Casey Richarson

Fly Fishing Guide

Cast Away Guide Service

Fly Fishing Guide

Lakes in Cheboygan County

Black Lake

Burt Lake

Cochran Lake

Cornwall Creek Floodin

Other Trout Streams in Cheboygan County

Adair Creek

Berry Creek

Class I 10.9 mi

Blackjack Creek

Bradley Creek

Canada Creek

Class I 23.4 mi

Cheboygan River

Class III 1.5 mi

Plan Your Trip to Black 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.