One-stop Shop For Fishing

We offer fishing licenses and a full line of fishing and boating gear, so whatever you're fishing for, and whenever you're doing it, we can help you get your line in the water with minimal fuss. Be sure to bring a photo ID when purchasing your fishing license.

Take Your Kids Along

Children younger than 17 don't need a license, but must follow all rules and regulations. Anyone  17 or older needs a license to fish. Any adult actively assisting an unlicensed minor must have a fishing license. A license is required when targeting fish, amphibians, crustaceans and reptiles. Michigan's annual fishing license is valid from March 1 of a given year through March 31 of the following year.

Know Before You Go

Whether you're fishing in summer or winter, Michigan DNR's website is a clearing house for all the information you'll need to plan your fishing excursion, with season- and species-specific information, detailed licensing requirements, all applicable regulations, fishing reports and & more to ensure the only other thing you'll need to know is how to hook them.