The following chart illustrates general run-timing of Great Lakes Steelhead, Trout and Salmon. It should be noted that many variables will effect fish run timing and the progression of migrations. Factors such as water level, temperature, water flow, Great Lakes water level and the presence of other species, will influence the runs of fish.

Also, some strains of fish have adapted to individual streams and rivers. These fish will have their own schedule on the timing of their run for that particular water. Neighboring streams may also have slightly different timing, this is especially true in environments with naturally reproducing fish.

As the chart illustrates, the Great Lakes have a year-round fishery. It can be difficult to locate migratory fish during the summer months, but the native fish are available. In the summer, the native brown trout fishery is great and you will even find opportunites for native rainbow trout on many tributaries.