How deep are Lake Michigan salmon?

Once the water warms up in July and August King Salmon will become the targeted species. They can be found anywhere from 10 feet of water to 200 feet of water depending on the water temp and wind. In fall many anglers will travel to Sheboygan for the Salmon run.



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In 1966, after research, Dr. Tanner authorized the initial release of Pacific coho salmon into Lake Michigan. The cohos not only grew and prospered, they led the way to a world-class sport fishery that revitalized lakeside economies and brought the alewife population under control.

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