Black River, Sanilac County Fishing
Sanilac County and St. Clair County, MDNR trout water.
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The Black River, Sanilac County for visiting anglers
Michigan anglers fish the Black River, Sanilac County, a river of Sanilac County and St. Clair County. Mapped, it measures close to 81.2 miles. Supplies are in Croswell, about 2 miles off.
Trout Types cover roughly 19.3 miles: Type 3. USGS runs 1 active gauge on it. You can put in at 3 public launches.
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| Type | Miles | Fishing season | Daily possession | Tackle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type 3 | 19.3 | January 1st to December 31st | 5 fish, with no more than 3 trout 15" or greater. Zero (0) Arctic Grayling. | Artificial lures and all types of natural bait may be used. |
Type 1 stream on the Black River, Sanilac County close after September 30; Types 3 and 4 stay open all year with different possession rules and minimum sizes.
Trout and salmon need no separate stamp in Michigan; the all-species license ($26 resident, $76 nonresident a year) covers them.
MDNR Trout and Salmon Inland Stream Regulation Types and gear-restricted layers; 2026 Michigan Fishing Regulations (April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027). Michigan trout streams.
Fish in the Black River, Sanilac County
Fish documented on the Black River, Sanilac County by MDNR layers and stocking.
MDNR trout stream layer, fishing sites, stocking table and state records.
How high the Black River, Sanilac County is running
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Black River Near Jeddo, Mi | 22 cfs, 3.06 ft gage height | Nov 13 11:00 am |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 13, 2026 11:34 am ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Launch sites along the Black River, Sanilac County
- Walker Flats Impoundment Boat Accessboat ramp, Sanilac County
- I-94 Bridge Ramp2 lanes, courtesy pier, toilet, Sanilac County
- 12th Street Municipal Boat Accessboat ramp, 65 trailer spaces, courtesy pier, toilet, Recreation Passport, St. Clair County
MDNR boat access sites, MDNR fishing sites, USGS gauges.
Harvest rules on the Black River, Sanilac County
| Species | Limit | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Largemouth and smallmouth bass | 5 in any combination; minimum 14 inches | Possession: Sat. before Memorial Day – Dec. 31; catch-and-immediate-release open all year |
| Walleye (Lower Peninsula) | 5; minimum 15 inches | Last Sat. in April – March 15 |
| Northern pike (Lower Peninsula) | 2; minimum 24 inches | Last Sat. in April – March 15 |
| Muskellunge | Only 1 per angler per license year (April 1 – March 31); mandatory harvest registration within 24 hours; minimum 42 inches (46, 50 or 38 inches on listed waters) | Possession: 1st Sat. in June – March 15; catch-and-immediate-release open all year |
| Yellow perch | 25 | Open all year |
| Sunfish and crappie | 25 in any combination of the listed species | Open all year |
| Channel catfish | 10; minimum 12 inches | Open all year |
| Flathead catfish | 5; minimum 15 inches | Open all year |
| White bass | 10 | Open all year |
| Cisco and whitefish | 5 in any combination | Open all year |
| Burbot | 5 | Open all year |
| Trout and salmon (stream Type 3) | 5 fish, but no more than 3 trout 15 inches or greater; minimum brook 15", brown 15", salmon/lake trout/rainbow (steelhead)/splake 10" | Fishing: Open all year; possession: Open all year |
Statewide limits for the Lower Peninsula cover the Black River, Sanilac County, with the trout row for stream Type 3.
2026 Michigan Fishing Regulations (April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027). All Michigan limits.
What sits close to the Black River, Sanilac County
Where to pick up bait for the Black River, Sanilac County
- Salmon Stopbait and tackle shop, Carsonville, 13 miles
- Bark Shanty Marinamarina, Sandusky, 16 miles
- Day Fish Bait Cobait and tackle shop, Port Huron, 18 miles
- Neal's Charter Svcbait and tackle shop, Brown City, 18 miles
- Andersons Pro Bait LLCbait and tackle shop, Port Huron, 19 miles
Charter captains and guides near the Black River, Sanilac County
- Northbay Charterscharter, Casco, (586) 727-4991
- lake St Clair Fishing Guide Servicecharter, Goodells, (810) 531-2191
Towns that put you close to the Black River, Sanilac County
- Croswell2 miles
- Lexington5 miles
- Applegate8 miles
- Peck10 miles
Neighboring streams to the Black River, Sanilac County
- Mill Creek, St. Clair County14 miles
- Pine River, St. Clair County21 miles
- Middle Branch Cass River23 miles
- South Branch Cass River24 miles
The counties around the Black River, Sanilac County
- Sanilac County
- St. Clair County
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Lakes and streams near Black River, Sanilac County, pictured
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Fishing the Black River, Sanilac County: questions anglers ask
How do I find the Black River, Sanilac County on a Michigan map?
The stream threads Sanilac County and St. Clair County.
How does the MDNR type the Black River, Sanilac County for trout?
Trout water over about 19.3 miles, Type 3.
Where are flow readings for the Black River, Sanilac County posted?
It has 1 USGS gauge, shown in the flow band.
Which launches put boats onto the Black River, Sanilac County?
MDNR data list 3 public launches; 12th Street Municipal Boat Access is one.
What are the trout limits on the Black River, Sanilac County?
Type 3: 5 fish, with no more than 3 trout 15" or greater. Zero (0) Arctic Grayling. Season: January 1st to December 31st.
What does a visitor from out of state pay for the Black River, Sanilac County?
Trout and salmon need no separate stamp in Michigan; the all-species license ($26 resident, $76 nonresident a year) covers them.
Where do anglers on the Black River, Sanilac County pick up worms?
Salmon Stop, about 13 miles away.
Is the Black River, Sanilac County Blue Ribbon water?
On file: trout.
Which Census town is nearest the Black River, Sanilac County?
The closest Michigan place is Croswell, 2 miles out.
Give the Black River, Sanilac County a full afternoon
Buy the all-species license before the trip.