Paint Creek

Oakland County, Michigan

Class I

Paint Creek is a Class I (self-sustaining wild trout) trout stream in Oakland County, Michigan. Approximately 14.1 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

14.1

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 Paint Creek.

Brook trout Brown trout Lake trout Rainbow trout Splake

Fishing Guides Near Paint 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

Northern Michigan smallmouth

Casey Richarson

Fly Fishing Guide

Cast Away Guide Service

Fly Fishing Guide

Lakes in Oakland County

Alderman Lake

Bald Eagle Lake

Bass Lake

Bevins Lake

Other Trout Streams in Oakland County

Clinton River

Class IV 31.7 mi

East Pond Creek

Huron River

Class I 40.1 mi

Paddison Drain

Sargent Creek

Plan Your Trip to Paint 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.