Michigan Fishing Guide

Brayton Drain

Newaygo County, Michigan

Class I

Brayton Drain is a Class I (self-sustaining wild trout) trout stream in Newaygo County, Michigan. Approximately 1.8 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

1.8
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

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Fish Species

Species found in Brayton Drain.

Brook troutBrown troutLake troutRainbow troutSplake

Fishing Guides Near Brayton Drain

Wolf Pack Guide Service
Alex Karbassi
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Big River Outfitters
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Bass Action Charters
Brian Bowers
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Due North Guide Service
Brian Gilbert
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Northern Michigan smallmouth
Casey Richarson
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Cast Away Guide Service
Clint Anderson
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Lakes in Newaygo County

Alley Lake

Amaung Lake

Atodd Lake

Baptist Lake

Other Trout Streams in Newaygo County

Bigelow Creek

Class I 14.7 mi

Blue Lake Drain

Class I 1 mi

Brooks Creek

Class I 25.3 mi

Butler Creek

Class I 3.9 mi

Christenson Drain

Class I 1.3 mi

Costen Drain

Class I 1.8 mi

Plan Your Trip to Brayton Drain

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