Fishing Season: All year

Au Sable River - MI

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

52

Gates Ausable Lodge's Tip of the Week

Bug chowder starts Thursday/Friday: You'll want caddis, mahoganies, light hennies, hennies, and appropriate spinners in the evening.

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Map of Au Sable River

Water Flow Data

Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby

Gates Ausable Lodge Full-service fly-shop, guides, dining room and lodging

5-Day Outlook as of 5/12/26

Finally some warm weather.

Techniques & Tips as of 5/12/26

We have had fish starting to respond to blind-fishing dries.

Local Species Available All year

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    Trout

Gates Ausable Lodge's Recommended Gear

Description: About Au Sable River

The Au Sable is one of the stablest flowing rivers in the country. Largely fed by springs, it boasts consistent hatches and wild trout. It is a renowned dry-fly river, but is also known as the birthplace of many modern streamer techniques.

Nearest Airport:

Traverse City

Best Time to Fish:

noon

Best Stretch:

Everywhere