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Bensch Drain
Bensch Drain is a canal in Midland County, Michigan. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Michigan's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Mostly clear
90°
59°
7 mph
14%
Fri
Overcast
91°
66°
9 mph
10%
Sat
Showers
77°
63°
12 mph
69%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Newell Drain1.5 mi
- Grass Creek2.4 mi
- Carrol Creek Drain3.2 mi
- Prairie Creek3.7 mi
- Sturgeon Creek3.8 mi
- Pine River5.0 mi
- Chippewa River5.1 mistocked Apr 30, 2026
- Salt River4.3 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official MI regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Bensch Drain fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Bensch Drain?+
Yes — Michigan requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Bensch Drain?+
Bensch Drain is a canal in Midland County, Michigan. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.