Buckhorn Creek

Lake County, Michigan

Class I

Buckhorn Creek is a Class I (self-sustaining wild trout) trout stream in Lake County, Michigan. Approximately 8.1 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

8.1

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: Last Saturday in April through September 30th

Map & Directions

Fish Species

Species found in Buckhorn Creek.

Brook trout Brown trout Lake trout Rainbow trout Splake

Fishing Guides Near Buckhorn Creek

Fly Fishing Michigan Rivers

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

Lakes in Lake County

Basford Lake

Bass Lake

Bluegill Lake

Bowman Lake

Other Trout Streams in Lake County

Baker Springs Creek

Baldwin River

Class I 14.3 mi

Bray Creek

Coe Creek

Class I 13.8 mi

Danaher Creek

Fairbanks Creek

Plan Your Trip to Buckhorn Creek

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.