CHILSON IMPOUNDMENT

Fishing Weather Hydrology
November 2, 2024

Chilson Impoundment is a popular fishing destination in Michigan, USA. Anglers can catch a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, northern pike, bluegill, and crappie. The nearby Brighton State Recreation Area offers hiking trails, camping, and picnic areas for visitors to enjoy. Fishing tips include using live bait or lures that mimic natural prey. The best time to visit is during the warmer months, with July being the most popular month. Average temperatures during July are around 80°F.

Featured Fish - Black Crappie

It is an abundant species and is important both commercially and as a sport fish. Black crappies are easily caught, often as fast as the hook can be rebaited. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: Though they show a definite family resemblance, they are distinctive enough that they shouldn’t be confused with any other species. The black crappie and the white crappie are most often confused with each other. Despite their common names, both species are the same color (dark olive or black dorsally with silvery sides) and both have spots on the sides. However, the pattern of the spotting is distinctly different. In the black crappie the spots are more or less irregular and scattered while in the white crappie the spots may be more vague and are clearly arranged into 7-9 vertical bars on the sides. Another distinction; the black crappie has 7-8 dorsal spines while the white crappie has only 6, the same number as in its anal fin. In body shape the black crappie’s is somewhat deeper than the white crappie.

INTERACTIVE MAP

Fish Species
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  • Image Alt Northern Pike


  • Image Alt Redear Sunfish


WEATHER TODAY

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°F

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Windspeed

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Humidity

Hourly Forecast
Next 5 Days

Long Term Forecast
Next 16 Days

Streamflow Levels

330

Cubic Feet Per Second

287

Cubic Feet Per Second

105

Cubic Feet Per Second

35

Cubic Feet Per Second

99

Cubic Feet Per Second

63

Cubic Feet Per Second

0

Cubic Feet Per Second

Point of Interest

Belton-Mark Twain Park

Belton-Mark Twain Park

Belton-Mark Twain Park is a beautiful park located in the state of Michigan. It is a popular destination for tourists due to its scenic beauty and various activities it offers. The park is spread over an area of 200 acres and is famous for its lush green forests, hiking trails, and picnic spots. One of the main attractions of the park is the Mark Twain historical site, where visitors can learn about the life and works of the famous American author. There is also a playground for children, a baseball diamond, and a basketball court for sports enthusiasts. Belton-Mark Twain ...