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July 2003
 

Muskegon, White & Pere Marquette River Systems

Muskegon, White & Pere Marquette River Systems

The Muskegon River Report: Due to the heavy rains in late June, the water level rose to 7.4 feet on July 1st. The water temperature increased to 66 degrees, 4 degrees cooler than last year. Smallmouth fishing has been very good since late June. Smallmouth can be caught throughout the river system from above Big Rapids to Muskegon Lake. Fly fishermen looking for smallies should try streamers, crayfish patterns, and the Chicago Leech which is sold exclusively through Parsley’s Sport & Fly Shop in downtown Newaygo. Fishermen can call the shop for the latest fishing and river conditions: 231-652-6986. 

Hesperia Sport Shop reported brown trout fishing has been outstanding at the White River dam in Hesperia. “Buckets full” of panfish including 8 to 9 inch bluegill and 14 inch crappies are being caught in area lakes. Smallmouth bass fishing was just starting in late June below the dam. Call the shop for latest fishing reports and for room reservation at the All Seasons Inn: 231-854-3965.

Excellent walleye and pike fishing in the Muskegon River at Roger Heights reported Maple St. Sports. Small trout and rock bass were being caught in the downtown segment of the river. Call the shop for the latest fishing and hunting conditions: 231-796-2007.

Frank’s Sporting Goods reports fishing is good everywhere. “Now is the time to fish!” Call Jerry for the latest fishing and hunting reports: 231-856-7778.

Ed’s Sport Shop recommends the following flies for the Pere Marquette River: bead head green and tan caddis, bead head Prince nymphs, stonefly nymphs, pheasant tail nymphs, hare ear nymphs, and scuds. The 46th Annual Trout-A-Rama will be held during the last week in July in downtown Baldwin. This popular summer festival attracts visitors from throughout the state. Call the shop at 231-745-4974 for the latest PM fishing conditions.

New owner, Eric Bryant, will be stocking a full line of firearms, and new fishing equipment and supplies at Mark Sports. Call the shop at 231-834-9495 for the latest fishing conditions.


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