Born on Sept. 4, 1923, the son of a grocer in northern Michigan started fishing on Sunday mornings with his father at age 5. The two chased brook trout near the railroad tracks along the Jordan ...

In other categories, Lake Michigan, Lake Charlevoix, Lake Superior, Lake Erie and Silver Lake State Park were recognized. Here's more on the Au Sable River, and the other lakes and rivers honored ...

America's diehard fly fishers don't need the reminder, but Michigan's Au Sable River has been recognized as the best fly fishing river in the U.S. by USA TODAY readers. "The Au Sable River spans ...

Lake Winnebago offers warm summer water temperatures. Lake Michigan provides diverse experiences, with Door County offering unique "sun-and-sand" opportunities. Lake Superior, the largest Great ...

No. 5: South Beach in South Haven A trip to this ADA-accessible Lake Michigan beach offers swimming along the sandy shores, a playground, a lighthouse, picnic area, grills and concession stand.