Walleye, porch, suckers and bullheads inhabit the river year long. Steelhead make a spring run and salmon a fall run. Do not use this access point and try to canoe the lake when strong north winds are blowing. Access B located at the southern bridge where H-03 crosses the Au Train River, approximately 1.5 miles south of the village of Au Train. Access C located at the northern bridge where H-03 crosses the Au Train river.
Canoes are available for rent from resorts along Au Train Lake.
If your canoe capsizes, stay with it and hang on. Pack your food, bedding, clothing and matches in waterproof bags and tie them in the canoe. Spring weather in the Upper Peninsula changes quickly. Pack extra warm clothing even if you are planning only a one-day trip. Leave a trip plan with a friend describing your route, destination and approximate time of arrival.