Because of our world-class fishery and outstanding natural assets, the Bassmaster Elite Series will return to Macomb County this summer. The event, which will take place on Lake St. Clair from August 7-10, will feature more than 100 contestants vying for the top catch. Anglers will launch from Brandenburg Park in Chesterfield Township and live weigh-ins will be held each day. Information on televised and streamed broadcasts will be available soon.
Why Lake St. Clair?
Lake St. Clair has 430-square-miles of fresh water, 160 miles of shoreline, an average depth of 10 feet and a maximum depth of only 21 feet. These conditions make it one of the best freshwater fisheries in North America and one of the busiest recreational waterways in the Midwest.
Join in the fun at Cheers to Chesterfield
In tandem with the Bassmaster tournament, Chesterfield Township will host Cheers to Chesterfield at Brandenburg Park along Lake St. Clair from August 7-10. Join in the fishing fun and come out for:
- Fireworks (on Friday night)
- Live music
- Food trucks
- Beer service
- Activities for kids
- And so much more
Plus, you, can get a front seat to bass weigh-ins with the anglers and the Bassmaster crew - so you won't want to miss out on this spectacular summer event!
About the tournament
The Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series is the highest level of professional bass fishing tournaments. Competitors must qualify for the series through the St. Croix Bassmaster Opens or the B.A.S.S. Nation, and anglers who are already on the Elite Series must re-qualify each year by maintaining enough points throughout the season. The pro anglers compete all season for the opportunity to win points toward the Progressive Bassmaster Angler of the Year award and to qualify for the Bassmaster Classic.
The series was founded in 2006. Its predecessors were the Bassmaster Tour, Top 150 and Top 100.
Support for the tournament
The Bassmaster Elite Series in Macomb County is made possible with the support of the Detroit Sports Commission, Macomb County Planning and Economic Development, Anchor Bay Chamber of Commerce and Chesterfield Township.
Additional resources and information
Let's go fishing
Lake St. Clair
