Midland County · stream · order 3 river · ~5 cfs typical
Newell Drain
Newell Drain is a stream 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
Overcast
90°
64°
9 mph
7%
Sat
Showers
76°
63°
12 mph
69%
Sun
Showers
70°
61°
15 mph
50%
↘ pressure fallingFalling pressure ahead of a front often turns the bite on.
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
- Grass Creek2.8 mi
- Sturgeon Creek3.4 mi
- Prairie Creek3.9 mi
- Carrol Creek Drain4.1 mi
- Chippewa River4.6 mistocked Apr 30, 2026
- Pine River5.3 mi
- Brine Pond Number 66.4 mi
- Bullock Creek6.5 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.
Newell Drain fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Newell 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 Newell Drain?+
Newell Drain is a stream in Midland County, Michigan. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.