Fishing near Flint, Michigan
Genesee County, population 81,252.
- 6 milesto nearest lake
- 0launches nearby
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Fishing out of Flint
The 2020 Census found 81,252 people in Flint, a city of Genesee County. The nearest lake with a page is C S Mott Lake, about 6 miles to the northeast. Among nearby lakes, Holloway Reservoir, Genesee County covers the most water: 1,174 acres.
MDNR records put walleye in 1 lake nearby; Holloway Reservoir, Genesee County comes first by distance. For trout, the Kearsley Creek sits about 9 miles from town. Without a boat, Flint River fishing site, Flint, Flushing, Chesaning. is 7 miles off.
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| Lake | Distance | Acres | Launches | Satellite clarity | Trout Type | Fish on record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C S Mott Lake | 6 miles northeast | 596 | 1 | 2.7 ft (2023) | ||
| Lake Fenton near Lake Fenton, Genesee County | 13 miles south | 713 | 1 | 14 ft (2023) | ||
| Strawberry Lake, Oakland County | 13 miles south | 32 | 1 | 6.9 ft (2023) | ||
| Holloway Reservoir, Genesee County | 13 miles northeast | 1,174 | 1 | 3.9 ft (2023) | carp, catfish, crappie | |
| Lake Fenton near Fenton, Genesee County | 14 miles south | 155 | 0 | 10.4 ft (2023) | ||
| Lake Ponemah | 15 miles south | 392 | 1 | 10.2 ft (2023) |
Streams to fish from Flint
- Flint River8 miles
- Thread Creek8 miles
- Kearsley Creek9 miles, Type 1
- Shiawassee River18 miles
- South Branch Flint River21 miles
Straight-line distances from the Census point for Flint; EGLE lake layer, MDNR Fish Atlas and trout regulation Types.
Flint and its water on a map
Launches within an hour of Flint
- Little Lake Boat AccessLittle Lake, 14 miles south
- Lake Fenton Boat AccessLake Fenton, 14 miles south
- Holdredge Lake Boat AccessHoldredge Lake, 14 miles south
- Lake Ponemah Boat AccessLake Ponemah, 15 miles south
- Big Seven Lake Boat AccessBig Seven Lake, 15 miles south
Piers and bank sites near Flint
- Flint River fishing site, Flint, Flushing, Chesaning.Flint River, 7 miles
- Golden Rod Beech fishing site, Richfield TownshipGolden Rod Beech, 9 miles
- Holloway Reservoir fishing site, RichfieldHolloway Reservoir, 14 miles
- Big Seven Lake fishing site, Holly TownshipBig Seven Lake, 15 miles
- Crotched Lake fishing site, HollyCrotched Lake, 15 miles
- Dickinson Lake fishing site, Holly TownshipDickinson Lake, 15 miles
Live flow close to Flint
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Flint River Near Flint, Mi | 141 cfs, 3.18 ft gage height | Oct 23 4:00 am |
| Thread Creek Near Flint, Mi | 8 cfs, 1.61 ft gage height | Oct 23 4:00 am |
| Kearsley Creek Near Davison, Mi | 20 cfs, 3.37 ft gage height | Oct 23 4:00 am |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 23, 2026 4:32 am ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Stores and guides near Flint
Stores that outfit Flint anglers
- Cobb's Bait Tackle And Supplybait and tackle shop, Flint, 4 miles
- Bob's Baitshop and Taxidermybait and tackle shop, Flint, 4 miles
- Bait Mastersbait and tackle shop, Flint, 4 miles
- Sam & Sam Bait and Tacklebait and tackle shop, Genesee, 7 miles
- Fishing Tackle Grab Bagbait and tackle shop, Davison, 10 miles
- Fenton Marketbait and tackle shop, Fenton, 11 miles
- M 15 Bait and Tackle Davisonbait and tackle shop, Davison, 11 miles
- Hick's Outdoorsbait and tackle shop, Clio, 11 miles
Bass and walleye events near Flint
| Date | Event | Water | Fish |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-06-06 | River Rats | Lobdell Lake | Bass |
| 2027-06-18 | Cash for Bass | Lake Ponemah | Bass |
| 2027-06-22 | Cash for Bass | Lake Ponemah | Bass |
| 2027-07-13 | Cash for Bass | Lobdell Lake | Bass |
| 2027-07-22 | Cash for Bass | Lobdell Lake | Bass |
| 2027-07-29 | Cash for Bass | Lake Ponemah | Bass |
| 2027-08-13 | Cash for Bass | Lobdell Lake | Bass |
| 2027-08-14 | Cash for Bass | Lake Ponemah | Bass |
| 2026-10-17 | Michigan Hawg Hunt | Lake Fenton | Bass |
| 2026-10-17 | After The Action Fishing Tournament | Holloway Reservoir | Bass |
MDNR Fishing Tournament Information System, public registrations for Genesee County, checked October 2026.
State records and stocking around Flint
| Species | Weight lb | Water | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Bass | 3.62 | Holloway Reservoir, Genesee County | 1965 |
| Water | Species | Number | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Fenton | Walleye | 42,578 | 2025-06-25 |
| Lake Fenton | Walleye | 42,578 | 2025-06-25 |
| Lake Ponemah | Walleye | 18,658 | 2025-06-25 |
DNR State Record Fish table and MDNR Fish Stocking Report (FSIS), 2024 to 2026.
Bag limits that apply near Flint
| 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 in unclassified lakes | 5, no more than 3 of which may be 15 inches or greater; minimum 8 inches | Open all year |
2026 Michigan Fishing Regulations; walleye and pike rows for the Lower Peninsula. Lake pages show trout Types and any exception.
In the Flint area
Where to sleep for a trip to Flint
- Burton4 miles
- Beecher5 miles
- Mount Morris6 miles
- Grand Blanc7 miles
- Swartz Creek8 miles
Flint county guides
- Genesee Countyseat: Flint
Reels and a weigh-scale grip for Flint
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The shore near Flint through a lens
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Anglers lodging in Flint ask these
What is the nearest Michigan lake to Flint?
C S Mott Lake, 6 miles northeast.
What is the nearest launch page for Flint?
The closest launch page is more than 12 miles off.
Which shore site is nearest Flint?
Flint River fishing site, Flint, Flushing, Chesaning., about 7 miles off.
Who sells crawlers and minnows around Flint?
Cobb's Bait Tackle And Supply is the closest listing, 4 miles away.
Which nearby lake lists walleye near Flint?
Head 13 miles to Holloway Reservoir, Genesee County, which lists walleye.
Which county page lists Flint?
It lies in Genesee County.
Which trout stream page is nearest Flint?
Nearest: the Kearsley Creek, 9 miles off, Type 1.
When does walleye season open near Flint?
Walleye and pike open Last Sat. in April (Lower Peninsula).
How much does a day of fishing near Flint cost?
Visitors pay $10 per day or $76 for the nonresident annual license.
Get the boat wet near Flint
Open a launch for lanes, parking and directions.