Sandwiched between Lake Huron and Lake Erie, Lake St. Clair is one of the top lakes in the country for chasing Muskie and Smallmouth. Many other species are abundant such as Largemouth, Carp, White Bass, Pike, Walleye and a host of Panfish. The season begins at ice-out usually late March or April when Pike hunt the warm shallow waters in search for a meal after spawning. Later on in May, Largemouth seek morsels ...

in warmer shallows before they spawn. In late May, Carp are a favorite target species during their spawning times. Muskie and White Bass kick into gear in June. Mid June starts an incredible Brown Drake and Hexagenia hatch that all fish focus on. This is a great time to catch Walleye on a dry-fly! All species are up for grabs at this time. From late May through July a carefully presented Hex nymph pattern during the day will keep you busy for hours. Large perch patterns will get you hooked into many species especially Pike and Muskie. Whether you are in a boat, hitting the flats off Metro Beach or casting off of one of the many designated fishing areas, you are bound to have a great day. Fish the depths along channels and weedbeds in the warmest months and back to the shallows in September. When the snow flies in November it is time to pack it up and get some flies tied, clean your reels, organize the fly boxes and dream of ice out.