The Indian River flows for 59 miles through Michigan's Upper Peninsula, with much of its course running through the Hiawatha National Forest in Alger and Schoolcraft Counties before joining the Manistique River and eventually reaching Lake Michigan. This designated Wild and Scenic River is renowned for producing large brown trout, with fish exceeding 24 inches regularly encountered. The river features deep holes, numerous springs, woody debris, and logjams that create ideal habitat for these trophy fish. While portions of the river are readily canoeable, anglers will find the prime trout water from the confluence with the Little Indian River downstream to the County Road 449 bridge, where the combination of cold springs and complex structure produces exceptional fishing opportunities.