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.
June 13, 2026
The weather continues to be great for fishing! Silver fish are getting landed in 60 to 80 FOW at around 30′ depth on spoons and dodger/flies. Steelhead and Laker action at 65-100 FOW. Perch action is light.
On the Galien has some Skamania action is there but varies each day…good, slow, good…” Most are getting caught on spoons, and live bait under a bobber. Good action reported for bass using frogs and poppers.
⭐ REMINDER: It is a new season. 2026 Fishing Licenses now required.
