Updates for Lake Michigan & Galien River
Lake Michigan’s waters off New Buffalo provide excellent fishing opportunities year-round, with seasonal variations affecting the species available. We update this fishing report as details emerge on water conditions, best depths, recommended lures, and recent catches to help you make the most of your time on the water.
September 25, 2025
Fishing has been good! The pleasant weather is extending access to the big lake to those in smaller boats. Silver fish and Lakers taken in 100+ FOW. Perch and Drum fishing south of the channel down as far as Michigan City has been good at 40FOW.
Fishing the Galien River: Good temps, plenty of rain makes for good fishing. Kings, coho, steelhead and drum in the channel and near the mouth, Bass, Pike, Crappie and catfish in the backwater and the river’s main flow areas. Crankbaits and glow spoons seem to be working best for salmon.
⭐ REMINDER: It is a new season. 2025 Fishing Licenses now required.
