Presque Isle County · stream · order 3 river · ~38 cfs typical
Swan River
Stocked 5× since 2025 · Michigan DNR
Swan River is a stream in Presque Isle County, Michigan, stocked with Chinook Salmon — most recently on May 27, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Michigan DNR; 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
80°
67°
9 mph
29%
Sat
Rain
73°
61°
12 mph
73%
Sun
Drizzle
69°
59°
11 mph
73%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 27 | Chinook Salmon | 186,582 | 10" | |
| May 27 | Chinook Salmon | 93,316 | 10" | |
| May 27 | Chinook Salmon | 93,287 | 10" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| May 20 | Chinook Salmon | 181,677 | 10.4" | |
| May 19 | Chinook Salmon | 184,995 | 10.4" | |
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Swan Lake0.3 mi
- Little Lake0.9 mi
- Mud Lake1.9 mi
- Penny Lake3.2 mi
- Big Trout Lake3.3 mi
- Little Trout Lake3.8 mi
- Lake Augusta7.3 mi
- Klees Pond7.9 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.
Swan River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Swan River?+
Swan River is stocked with Chinook Salmon in Presque Isle County, Michigan, most recently on May 27, 2026 by Michigan DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Swan River get stocked?+
Going by 5 records since 2025, stocking at Swan River peaks in May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Swan River?+
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 Swan River?+
Swan River is a stream in Presque Isle County, Michigan. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Michigan DNR · updated May 27, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.