Saginaw River

Saginaw County, Michigan

Class III

Saginaw River is a Class III (stocked) trout stream in Saginaw County, Michigan. Approximately 22.3 miles of classified trout water. Species include brook trout, brown trout, lake trout, rainbow trout, splake.

Stream Classification

Class III — Requires regular stocking to maintain fishable population

22.3

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: January 1st through December 31st

Map & Directions

Fish Species

Species found in Saginaw River.

Brook trout Brown trout Lake trout Rainbow trout Splake

Fishing Guides Near Saginaw 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 Saginaw County

Linton, Lake

Other Trout Streams in Saginaw County

Cool Creek

Pickerel Creek

Wolf Creek

Class I 26.5 mi

Plan Your Trip to Saginaw 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.