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Fall Fishing in Petoskey Area

Fishing in Petoskey Area during the fall is fantastic experience with cooler weather, less boat traffic, and the salmon running on the Bear River. A popular spot to fish during the salmon spawning season is on the Bear River near Downtown Petoskey. Another popular tactic during the fall for fishing is flyfishing for trout and steelhead.

For gear you will want to think layers, cold mornings but afternoons may warm up to make you want to shed some layers.

Flyfishing Guide Services

Even if you have been flyfishing before, a guide service is a great chance to get acclimated to the local waters of Petoskey Area. The Boyne, Jordan, Sturgeon, and Maple Rivers all provide a habitat for flyfishing.

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