Middle Branch Tobacco River

Gladwin County, Michigan

Class I

Middle Branch Tobacco River is a Class I (self-sustaining wild trout) trout stream in Gladwin County, Michigan. Approximately 24.1 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

24.1

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 Middle Branch Tobacco River.

Brook trout Brown trout Lake trout Rainbow trout Splake

Fishing Guides Near Middle Branch Tobacco 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 Gladwin County

Blue Lake

Cedar Lake

Dollar Lake

Elk Lake

Other Trout Streams in Gladwin County

Avery Creek

Burleson Drain

Fish Creek

Class I 45.2 mi

Howe Creek

Payne Creek

South Branch Tobacco River

Class I 11.9 mi

Plan Your Trip to Middle Branch Tobacco 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.