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Species / Muskellunge / Michigan

Pike

Muskellunge Fishing in Michigan

The fish of ten thousand casts, a giant pike relative of Northern lakes and rivers. Fall is trophy season.

Best Months: Jun to Nov

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Best Flies, Lures & Bait for Muskellunge

Month

2 picks for October.

  • Pike and Musky Fly 6 to 10 in

    Fly

    Streamer

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  • Suspending Jerkbait 4 to 5 in

    Lure

    Hard Bait · Big glide or jerkbaits in fall.

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Rod & Reel

Muskellunge Setup

Muskellunge

Fly 9 ft 10 wt rod, intermediate or sinking line, big articulated flies, 80 lb bite tippet.

Spin / Cast 8.5 to 9 ft heavy casting rod, 400 size reel, 80 lb braid, 130 lb fluorocarbon leader.

Michigan

Where to Catch Muskellunge

Lakes & Reservoirs · Michigan

Lake St. Clair

A shallow lake between Lakes Huron and Erie, among the best smallmouth and musky fisheries anywhere.

Smallmouth Bass · Muskellunge · Walleye

Michigan

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Recommended

Gear for Muskellunge

Rods

St. Croix Musky Casting Rod

A heavy, long casting rod for big bucktails, jerkbaits, and figure-eights.

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Line

PowerPro Spectra Braided Line

Thin, strong braid for long casts, sensitivity, and pulling fish from cover.

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Muskellunge Fishing by State

Minnesota (5)Michigan (1)Illinois (1)New York (1)Wisconsin (1)West Virginia (1)Nebraska (1)