The Detroit River connects Lake St. Clair to Lake Erie. This river system is 32 miles long and about .5 - 2.5 miles wide. Fishing can be excellent in the Detroit River, especially when the walleye spawn during the spring. During the spring, anglers come from all over to fish the Detroit River. Numerous 10 pound walleye are caught in the Detroit River every spring. Book a fishing charter for your best chances of getting your limit and landing a trophy fish.