Best fishing near Orleans
12 fishing spots · 12 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Orleans, Michigan — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 12 of 12 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
B⛰
#1
Baptist Lake
Good
29.5 mi away
· Water 63°F · a bit cool· Chance Showers · 58°F
Baptist Lake is a popular fishing area in Michigan, USA, known for its abundance of fish species. Anglers can target species such as largemouth bass, northern pike, bluegill…
Why 71: live conditions (good)
71Top-rated
B⛰
#2
Blanch Lake
Good
39.4 mi away
· Water 65°F · a bit cool· Chance Showers · 58°F
Blanch Lake, located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts. The lake is stocked with a variety of fish species, including trout, bass, pike, and…
Why 64: live conditions (good)
64Solid
L⛰
#3
Little Pine Island Lake
Good
27.8 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Showers Likely · 57°F
Little Pine Island Lake is a popular fishing destination located in Michigan, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and…
Why 52: live conditions (good)
52Solid
G⛰
#4
Georgetown Lakes
Good
37.6 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Showers Likely · 58°F
Georgetown Lakes is a popular fishing destination in Michigan, USA. It's home to a variety of fish species such as bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, and crappie. The lake…
Why 52: live conditions (good)
52Solid
F⛰
#5
Fishing Terrace
Good
23.4 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Showers Likely · 58°F
Fishing Terrace in Michigan offers access to the Au Sable River, a renowned trout fishery. Best spots include shoreline access near the Whirlpool Angler Trail and river bends near…
Why 48: live conditions (good)
48Rated
G⛰
#6
Gun Lake
Good
39.6 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Showers · 58°F · 5 mph wind
The Gun Lake Fishing Area in Michigan is a popular destination for anglers looking to catch fish species like largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and northern pike. Nearby…
Why 50: live conditions (good)
50Solid
F⛰
#7
Flat River
Good
16.2 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Showers · 59°F · 5 mph wind
The Flat River Fishing Area is located in west-central Michigan, USA. It is home to a variety of fish species, including smallmouth and largemouth bass, northern pike, and…
Why 44: live conditions (good)
44Rated
D⛰
#8
Deerfield County Park Swimming Pond
Good
36.4 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Chance Showers · 58°F
Deerfield County Park in Michigan offers a swimming pond and a fishing area for visitors. The fishing area is stocked with various fish species, including bluegill, crappie, bass…
Why 48: live conditions (good)
48Rated
L⛰
#9
Lake Alliance
Good
36.7 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Showers · 59°F
The Lake Alliance fishing area in Michigan, USA is a popular spot for anglers to catch largemouth bass, northern pike, and bluegill. Nearby activities include hiking, camping…
Why 47: live conditions (good)
47Rated
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#10
Motz Lake
Good
26.5 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Showers · 59°F
Motz Lake, located in Michigan, USA, is a popular fishing area that is home to a variety of fish species, including panfish, bass, pike, and walleye. The lake is also surrounded…
Why 43: live conditions (good)
43Rated
B⛰
#11
Bostwick Lake
Good
17.9 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Showers Likely · 57°F
Bostwick Lake is a popular fishing spot in Michigan, known for its abundant populations of bass, panfish, and pike. Nearby activities include hiking, boating, and camping. Fishing…
Why 41: live conditions (good)
41Rated
Fishing near Orleans
The Orleans area has 12 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best fishing near Orleans
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.