Fishing near Livonia, Michigan
Wayne County, population 95,535.
- 3 milesto nearest lake
- 0launches nearby
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A fishing base in Livonia
Wayne County includes Livonia, a city with 95,535 residents as of 2020. Drive roughly 3 miles southwest and you reach Newburgh Lake, the closest lake page. Size leader among the lakes below: Orchard Lake, Oakland County at 796 acres.
The nearest harbor is William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor, 18 miles off on Detroit River. Walleye are on record in 1 of the nearby lakes, Newburgh Lake being the closest. Roughly 20 miles separates town from the Clinton River, the closest trout stream page. For fishing from shore, head 3 miles to Newburgh Lake fishing site, Livonia.
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| Lake | Distance | Acres | Launches | Satellite clarity | Trout Type | Fish on record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburgh Lake | 3 miles southwest | 92 | 0 | 7.6 ft (2023) | bluegill, catfish, largemouth bass | |
| Walnut Lake | 12 miles north | 236 | 0 | 14.2 ft (2023) | black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead | |
| Wolverine Lake, Oakland County | 12 miles northwest | 269 | 1 | 8.6 ft (2023) | ||
| Orchard Lake, Oakland County | 13 miles north | 796 | 1 | 12.6 ft (2023) | bluegill, largemouth bass, pumpkinseed | |
| Green Lake near Orchard Lake Village, Oakland County | 14 miles north | 163 | 0 | 12.8 ft (2023) | lake herring | |
| Upper Proud Lake | 14 miles northwest | 47 | 1 | 9 ft (2023) |
Stream fishing near Livonia
- Bell Branchunder a mile
- Middle River Rouge3 miles
- Upper River Rouge4 miles
- River Rouge6 miles
- Lower River Rouge8 miles
Straight-line distances from the Census point for Livonia; EGLE lake layer, MDNR Fish Atlas and trout regulation Types.
Where to fish near Livonia, on the map
Launch pages farther out from Livonia
- Wolverine Lake Boat AccessWolverine Lake, 13 miles northwest
- Orchard Lake Boat AccessOrchard Lake, 13 miles north
- Belleville Lake East Boat AccessBelleville Lake, 14 miles south
- Proud Lake Campground Boat AccessProud Lake, 14 miles northwest
- Proud Lake Boat AccessProud Lake, 14 miles northwest
Bank fishing around Livonia
- Newburgh Lake fishing site, LivoniaNewburgh Lake, 3 miles
- Founder's Fishing Pier fishing site, Farmington HillsFounder's Fishing Pier, 4 miles
- Maybury Pond fishing site, Northville TwpMaybury Pond, 8 miles
- Cass Lake fishing site, Orchard Lake VillageCass Lake , 15 miles
- Belleville Lake (Rawsonville Road access) fishing site, Belleville , MI.Belleville Lake (Rawsonville Road access), 16 miles
- Ford Lake fishing site, YpsilantiFord Lake, 16 miles
Great Lakes harbors near Livonia
- William G. Milliken State Park and HarborDetroit River, 18 miles
- Detroit Erma Henderson ParkLake St. Clair, 20 miles
- Trenton Elizabeth Park MarinaLake Erie, 21 miles
Current river data near Livonia
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Bell Branch At Beech-daly Road At Redford, Mi | 3.56 ft gage height | Oct 23 3:45 am |
| Middle River Rouge Near Garden City, Mi | 45 cfs, 2.93 ft gage height | Oct 23 4:15 am |
| Upper River Rouge At Farmington, Mi | 7 cfs, 2.98 ft gage height | Oct 23 4:15 am |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 23, 2026 4:32 am ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Picking up minnows in Livonia
Bait and tackle counters by Livonia
- Kroger Fuel Centermarina, Plymouth, 6 miles
- Sierra, 43135 Crescent Blvdbait and tackle shop, Novi, 8 miles
- Saint Marina Home Dialysismarina, Southfield, 8 miles
- Gander Mountain, 43825 W Oaks Drbait and tackle shop, Novi, 9 miles
- Rcfishingsurfer.combait and tackle shop, Novi, 9 miles
- Specialized Boat Caremarina, Dearborn, 10 miles
- Zubok's Bait Tackle Marinebait and tackle shop, Taylor, 11 miles
- Angles by Aubreybait and tackle shop, Dearborn, 11 miles
A guided day on Livonia
- Michigan Guide Inccharter, Novi, (248) 305-7337
- Wilderness Journey- BWCA Guide & Outfitterfishing guide, Novi, (734) 664-0353
- Charters by Gregcharter, Belleville, (734) 796-4948
Tournament dates close to Livonia
| Date | Event | Water | Fish |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-04-03 | Michigan Walleye Tour – Sbwc | Lake Erie | Walleye |
| 2027-04-04 | Michigan Walleye Tour – Sbwc | Lake Erie | Walleye |
| 2026-09-08 | Belleville Bass Club Tuesday Night Tourament | Belleville Lake | Bass |
| 2026-09-01 | Belleville Bass Club Tuesday Night Tourament | Belleville Lake | Bass |
| 2026-08-25 | Belleville Bass Club Tuesday Night Tourament | Belleville Lake | Bass |
| 2026-08-18 | Belleville Bass Club Tuesday Night Tourament | Belleville Lake | Bass |
| 2026-08-14 | Belleville Bass Club Tuesday Night Tourament | Belleville Lake | Bass |
| 2026-08-04 | Belleville Bass Club Tuesday Night Tourament | Belleville Lake | Bass |
| 2026-08-01 | Teamsters Helping Hands | Lake Erie | Bass |
| 2026-07-28 | Belleville Bass Club Tuesday Night Tourament | Belleville Lake | Bass |
MDNR Fishing Tournament Information System, public registrations for Wayne County, checked October 2026.
Harvest rules close to Livonia
| 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.
Places around Livonia
Michigan towns a short drive from Livonia
- Farmington4 miles
- Plymouth5 miles
- Garden City5 miles
- Westland5 miles
- Dearborn Heights6 miles
Livonia, county by county
- Wayne Countyseat: Detroit
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Answers for anglers based in Livonia
How many miles does Livonia sit from a lake page?
Newburgh Lake, 3 miles southwest.
Where do Livonia boaters usually back in?
Over 12 miles to the nearest launch page.
Does Livonia have a fishing pier within reach?
Newburgh Lake fishing site, Livonia, roughly 3 miles.
Which bait counter serves Livonia best?
Nearest on our list: Kroger Fuel Center (6 miles).
Do the lakes around Livonia record walleye?
Try Newburgh Lake (3 miles); walleye are on its list.
What Michigan county contains Livonia?
Wayne County.
How far is the first trout stream from Livonia?
The Clinton River, roughly 20 miles, Type 4 water.
When can I keep pike near Livonia?
It follows the Lower Peninsula season, opening Last Sat. in April.
Can a visitor to Livonia buy a one-day Michigan license?
Daily license $10, nonresident annual $76.
Where do Livonia anglers launch on the Great Lakes?
William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor on Detroit River, 18 miles away.