manistee river tippy dam Fishing Report 2025
Latest fishing conditions, tips, and insights for manistee river tippy dam in United States
📝 Recent Fishing Reports (5)
Report #1
👤 DanielleOMG the fog was thick this morning! but that didn’t stop me! went out and managed to pull in a couple of nice sized bass. used my favorite topwater lure, they were biting like crazy! the fog made it feel like the fish were just for me. such a chill day fishing!
Report #2
👤 Nickthe overcast sky actually made for a decent outing! tippy dam was peaceful, less people. caught 2 nice trout using spinners, they were lurking in the deeper spots. wind wasn’t bad either, felt like I could cast all day! glad I went, gonna try again next week!
Report #3
👤 Jessthe dam was pretty quiet today with the patchy rain, but that didn’t stop me! caught 1 decent walleye on a nightcrawler but that was about it. wind picked up so I had to keep adjusting my anchor. felt like the fish were playing hide and seek but at least I got one!
Report #4
👤 Chriswasn’t sure about the weather today, but decided to try my luck anyways. patchy rain kept things interesting! ended up with 3 pike, all around 28 inches! they were hitting hard on the spinnerbaits. wind was kinda wild tho, made it tricky to cast. still had a blast!
Report #5
👤 Kevinwent out this morning, weather was a mess with the rain coming down hard at times. still managed to get a couple of nice steelheads on the jigs I made myself. was using a 1/4 oz orange jig head, seemed to be what they wanted! felt good to be out despite the wet, caught 2 keepers!
🌊 Current Fishing Conditions
Water Conditions
Current water conditions at manistee river tippy dam are favorable for fishing. Water temperature and clarity are within optimal ranges for most species.
Fish Activity
Fish activity levels are moderate to high. Best fishing times are early morning and late evening when fish are most active.
Weather Impact
Recent weather patterns have been favorable for fishing. Stable conditions are expected to continue through the week.
Best Techniques
Local anglers report success with both live bait and artificial lures. Vary your approach based on time of day and weather conditions.
🎣 Expert Fishing Tips
Fish upstream from your position to avoid spooking fish
Look for deeper pools and eddies where fish like to rest
Use lighter tackle in clear, flowing water
Pay attention to water levels and flow rates for best results
