Antrim County · lake · 18,728 acres
Torch Lake
Stocked 6× since 2025 · Michigan DNR
Torch Lake is a lake in Antrim County, Michigan, stocked with Atlantic Salmon — most recently on May 12, 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
87°
58°
8 mph
4%
Fri
Overcast
84°
67°
11 mph
34%
Sat
Rain
73°
63°
9 mph
74%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 12 | Atlantic Salmon | 12,750 | 18" | |
| May 12 | Atlantic Salmon | 12,744 | 18" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Apr 30 | Atlantic Salmon | 7,710 | 18.5" | |
| Apr 30 | Atlantic Salmon | 2,740 | 17.8" | |
| Apr 30 | Atlantic Salmon | 7,049 | 17.5" | |
| Apr 30 | Atlantic Salmon | 17,676 | 16.9" | |
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Lake Maplehurst2.2 mi
- Mud Lake2.0 mi
- Thayer Lake3.1 mi
- Birch Lake4.1 mi
- Clam Lake4.8 mi
- Lake Bellaire4.4 mistocked Jun 23, 2026
- Spencer Creek6.1 mi
- Grass River5.5 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.
Torch Lake fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Torch Lake?+
Torch Lake is stocked with Atlantic Salmon in Antrim County, Michigan, most recently on May 12, 2026 by Michigan DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Torch Lake get stocked?+
Going by 6 records since 2025, stocking at Torch Lake peaks in April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Torch Lake?+
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 Torch Lake?+
Torch Lake is a lake in Antrim County, Michigan. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Michigan DNR · updated May 12, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.