Carp Lake River

Emmet County, Michigan

Class I

Carp Lake River is a Class I (self-sustaining wild trout) trout stream in Emmet County, Michigan. Approximately 10.5 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

10.5

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 Carp Lake River.

Brook trout Brown trout Lake trout Rainbow trout Splake

Fishing Guides Near Carp Lake 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 Emmet County

Arnott Lake

Crooked Lake

French Farm Lake

Lake Kathleen

Other Trout Streams in Emmet County

East Branch Maple River

McPhee Creek

Minnehaha Creek

Sanford Creek

Schoofs Creek

West Branch Maple River

Class I 17.9 mi

Plan Your Trip to Carp Lake 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.