Our lodge is located on the banks of the mainstream of the Au Sable River near Grayling, Michigan. We are surrounded by wadeable, accessible, wild-trout streams.
Offering a fully stocked fly shop, noted restaurant, riverside lodging, and a team of professional guides, we are passionate about your experience.
Latest Fishing Report

Change
The next month hosts perhaps the greatest one month change of the season. We go from leaves to sticks, from pre-spawn to post-spawn, from birds everywhere to nothing but some turkeys, ravens and grouse. Within the change are some dramatic scenes that make this month so beloved. Whether it’s the slashing chase of a brown trout, a pod of brook
Current Stream Flows

Fishing Info
All the latest fishing reports, stream flows, and fishing guide information.

Lodging Info
Information on rooms, our current rates, and things to do in the local area.

Restaurant Info
Menus, dinner reservations, and the latest news from our kitchen.
Gates Lodge on YouTube
Visit our YouTube channel for the latest tying videos!
Our Catalog
Once or twice a year we produce a PDF catalog that you may receive via email. If you are on our email list, you’ll get it. New and favorite products, reviews, hatch charts, and more.
Please note we are no longer mailing printed catalogs. Please download a PDF version below!
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From rods and reels, to clothing and the latest warm weather gear, our online store has it all! We also feature a wide selection of fly tying materials. All of it shipped right to your door!
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