Fun at the Lake Trout Festival

The 16th annual Baraga County Lake Trout Festival will take place Saturday, June 10, 2023, which coincides with Michigan’s Free Fishing Weekend. No fishing license is necessary on that weekend. (In case of inclement weather, the fishing tourney will be held Sunday, June 11.)

Baraga County has been named the Lake Trout Capital of the Great Lakes and the free (no admission charge) festival will combine the Keweenaw Classic Fishing Tournament with family-oriented events such as Trout Run/Walk, kids’ run, kids’ carnival, kids’ fishing pond, coloring contest, 3-on-3 basketball tourney, pie-eating contest and a junk art sculpture contest.

Food and drink booths, coffee and baked goods, watching the “Duck Pluck,” shopping at the art and crafts fair, and listening to music by area talent will ensure fun for all, regardless of age.

The Classic Fishing Tournament will have separate classes for lake trout and salmon with many cash and merchandise awards, as well as door prizes. There are discounts available for early registration. All events will take place at the Waterfront Park and marina in downtown L’Anse.

L’Anse is located on beautiful Keweenaw Bay of Lake Superior on US Hwy. 41 in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The

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For entry forms and information, including a schedule of events, visit www.laketroutfestival.com. For maps and accommodation information, visit the website of Baraga County Convention and Visitors Bureau, or send an email, or call 906-524-7444.

For fishing tournament info contact Chase Palosaari 906-370-9034, Steve Koski 906-395-1282 or Barb McEwen 906-524-7444.