Fishing near Warren, Michigan
Macomb County, population 139,387.
- 10 milesto nearest lake
- 5launches nearby
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Warren for anglers
Census figures for 2020 list Warren (Macomb County) at 139,387 people, classed as a city. For a lake, Clinton River is first in line at 10 miles to the northeast. Orchard Lake, Oakland County, at 796 acres, outsizes every other lake on the list. The closest launch page is St. Jean Boat Access, roughly 10 miles away.
For big water, St. Clair Shores Harbor of Refuge on Lake St. Clair sits 8 miles away. Fish Atlas lists show walleye in 1 lake near town; Stony Creek Lake (Nort is nearest. The nearest trout stream with a page is the Clinton River, 14 miles away. Carter Lake at Thelma Spencer Park fishing site, Rochester Hills, about 10 miles out, is the closest shore site page.
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| Lake | Distance | Acres | Launches | Satellite clarity | Trout Type | Fish on record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton River | 10 miles northeast | 50 | 0 | 3.4 ft (2023) | ||
| Lake Muskoday | 10 miles south | 25 | 1 | 3.7 ft (2023) | ||
| Walnut Lake | 16 miles west | 236 | 0 | 14.2 ft (2023) | black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead | |
| Stony Creek Lake | 16 miles north | 476 | 1 | 8.4 ft (2023) | ||
| Stony Creek Lake (Nort | 18 miles north | 108 | 0 | 6.9 ft (2023) | crappie, sunfish, northern pike | |
| Orchard Lake, Oakland County | 19 miles west | 796 | 1 | 12.6 ft (2023) | bluegill, largemouth bass, pumpkinseed |
Trout water and rivers by Warren
- Red Run2 miles
- Plum Brook7 miles
- River Rouge13 miles
- Clinton River14 miles, Type 4
- Middle Branch Clinton River15 miles
Straight-line distances from the Census point for Warren; EGLE lake layer, MDNR Fish Atlas and trout regulation Types.
The map around Warren
- St. Jean Boat AccessDetroit River, 10 miles
- Detroit River Canal Boat AccessDetroit River, 10 miles
- Clinton River Cut Off Boat AccessLake Saint Clair, 10 miles
- Lake Muskoday Boat AccessLake Muskoday, 10 miles
- Nashua Canal Boat AccessNashua Canal, 11 miles
Fishing sites a short drive from Warren
- Carter Lake at Thelma Spencer Park fishing site, Rochester HillsCarter Lake at Thelma Spencer Park, 10 miles
- Firefighters' Park fishing site, TroyFirefighters' Park, 11 miles
- Detroit River (Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park) fishing site, DetroitDetroit River (Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park), 12 miles
- Stony Creek Lake (impoundment) fishing site, Shelby TownshipStony Creek Lake (impoundment), 17 miles
- Cass Lake fishing site, Orchard Lake VillageCass Lake , 19 miles
- Founder's Fishing Pier fishing site, Farmington HillsFounder's Fishing Pier, 20 miles
Harbors within reach of Warren
- St. Clair Shores Harbor of RefugeLake St. Clair, 8 miles
- Detroit Erma Henderson ParkLake St. Clair, 10 miles
- Grayhaven State HarborLake St. Clair, 10 miles
Stream gauges posting near Warren
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Red Run At Ryan Road Near Warren, Mi | 3 cfs, 3.21 ft gage height | Oct 23 4:00 am |
| Clinton River Near Fraser, Mi | 246 cfs, 6.33 ft gage height | Oct 23 3:30 am |
| Plum Brook At Utica, Mi | 2 cfs, 1.98 ft gage height | Oct 23 3:45 am |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 23, 2026 4:32 am ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Outfitters near Warren
Where to pick up bait for Warren
- Grand Pointe Marina of Detroitmarina, Sterling Heights, 3 miles
- Sportsman's Warehouse, 750 W 14 Mile Rdbait and tackle shop, Troy, 5 miles
- Parks & Recreation Departmentmarina, Saint Clair Shores, 6 miles
- Dockside Canvasmarina, Saint Clair Shores, 7 miles
- Lakeside Fishing Shopbait and tackle shop, Saint Clair Shores, 7 miles
- Miller Marinamarina, Saint Clair Shores, 7 miles
- Safe Harbor Jefferson Beachmarina, Saint Clair Shores, 7 miles
- Island Harbor Marinamarina, Saint Clair Shores, 7 miles
Charter captains and guides near Warren
- Mr. Muskie Charterscharter, Saint Clair Shores, (586) 771-8817
- Bass Action Charterscharter, Troy, (248) 928-6589
- Fish-N-Fun Chartercharter, Detroit, (313) 882-3018
- Captain Steve Jones Charterscharter, Harrison Township, (586) 469-2070
Registered contests around Warren
| Date | Event | Water | Fish |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-05-01 | Michigan Walleye Tour – Sbwc | Lake Saint Clair | Walleye |
| 2027-05-02 | Michigan Walleye Tour – Sbwc | Lake Saint Clair | Walleye |
| 2027-06-19 | Cash for Bass | Lake Saint Clair | Bass |
| 2027-07-11 | Cash for Bass | Lake Saint Clair | Bass |
| 2027-07-17 | Cash for Bass | Lake Saint Clair | Bass |
| 2027-07-18 | Cash for Bass | Lake Saint Clair | Bass |
| 2027-07-25 | Cash for Bass | Lake Saint Clair | Bass |
| 2027-07-31 | Cash for Bass | Lake Saint Clair | Bass |
| 2026-10-11 | Ken Valley Memorial & John Muliet "Big Dog", weight | Lake Saint Clair | Muskellunge |
| 2026-10-11 | Ken Valley Memorial & John Muliet "Big Dog", weight | Lake Saint Clair | Muskellunge |
MDNR Fishing Tournament Information System, public registrations for Macomb County, checked October 2026.
What the MDNR plants near Warren, plus records
| Species | Weight lb | Water | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Crappie | 3.39 | Stony Creek Lake | 2000 |
| Water | Species | Number | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton River | Rainbow trout | 37,467 | 2026-04-13 |
| Lake Muskoday | Channel catfish | 358 | 2025-06-24 |
| Clinton River | Rainbow trout | 37,498 | 2025-04-16 |
| Stony Creek Lake | Walleye | 33,099 | 2024-06-12 |
| Stony Creek Lake | Walleye | 33,099 | 2024-06-12 |
| Clinton River | Rainbow trout | 37,481 | 2024-04-09 |
DNR State Record Fish table and MDNR Fish Stocking Report (FSIS), 2024 to 2026.
Statewide rules around Warren
| 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.
What sits close to Warren
Towns that put you close to Warren
- Center Lineunder a mile
- Madison Heights4 miles
- Hazel Park4 miles
- Eastpointe4 miles
- Roseville5 miles
The counties around Warren
- Macomb Countyseat: Mount Clemens
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Identifying the fish of Warren
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Questions anglers staying in Warren ask
Which mapped lake lies closest to Warren?
Clinton River, 10 miles northeast.
Which public launch do Warren boaters use?
St. Jean Boat Access, some 10 miles away.
Which MDNR fishing site is closest to Warren?
Try Carter Lake at Thelma Spencer Park fishing site, Rochester Hills, 10 miles out.
What tackle store sits closest to Warren?
Grand Pointe Marina of Detroit, 3 miles from town.
Which lake near Warren has walleye?
Stony Creek Lake (Nort, about 18 miles, records walleye.
Which county guide matches Warren?
Macomb County, Michigan.
How far is Warren from trout water?
The Clinton River, 14 miles away (Type 4).
What is the inland walleye opener near Warren?
Inland walleye and pike open Last Sat. in April here.
What is the nonresident license price for Warren visitors?
Expect $10 for a single day or $76 for a full nonresident year.
Is there a harbor near Warren?
St. Clair Shores Harbor of Refuge on Lake St. Clair, 8 miles away.