Clare County · stream · order 4 river · ~55 cfs typical
West Branch Clam River
West Branch Clam River is a stream in Clare 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
Rain
90°
59°
12 mph
20%
Sat
Rain
73°
65°
12 mph
82%
Sun
Fog
78°
59°
12 mph
63%
↘ 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
- Clam River1.8 mistocked May 1, 2026
- Black Louie Bayou2.3 mi
- Harrington Bayou2.7 mi
- Cranberry Lake3.9 mi
- Green Creek4.3 mi
- Dishwash Creek4.4 mi
- Whisky Creek5.5 mi
- Floodwood Swamp Reservoir4.8 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.
West Branch Clam River fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish West Branch Clam 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 West Branch Clam River?+
West Branch Clam River is a stream in Clare County, Michigan. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.