Butternut Creek

Van Buren County, Michigan

Class I

Butternut Creek is a Class I (self-sustaining wild trout) trout stream in Van Buren County, Michigan. Approximately 19.5 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

19.5

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 Butternut Creek.

Brook trout Brown trout Lake trout Rainbow trout Splake

Fishing Guides Near Butternut Creek

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

Born To Winn Sportfishing

Charter Captain

Northern Michigan smallmouth

Casey Richarson

Fly Fishing Guide

Lakes in Van Buren County

Ackley Lake

Bankson Lake

Brandywine Lake

Brandywine Lake

Other Trout Streams in Van Buren County

Deerlick Creek

Dowagiac Drain

Class IV 7.6 mi

Eagle Lake Drain

Class IV 6.2 mi

Gates Extension Drain

Class IV 3.1 mi

Hayden Creek

Lake of the Woods Drain

Plan Your Trip to Butternut 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.