Harrietta Hills is a family owned and operated fish farm specializing in pond and water management nestled within Michigan’s magnificent Manistee National Forest.
Started in the 1950’s, Harrietta Hills has grown into one of Michigan’s premier trout farms, specializing in the production of Rainbow Trout, with Brook Trout and Brown Trout available seasonally.
Jim, Katherine, Susan, and Dan Vogler own and operate Harrietta Hills Trout Farm, Pond and Water Management, and Bird Commander. Harrietta Hills’ philosophy in fish stocking, water management, weed control, and pest deterrents is to do only what is necessary: keep waterways as natural as possible while meeting the functional and aesthetic goals of customers.
Meet The Voglers
“Harrietta Hills is a family company and we take our reputation seriously. Our team of conscientious professionals works with us to provide you courteous, quality service. We are committed to treating all of our customers the way we would like to be treated ourselves.
“Our clear, cold water and natural surroundings combine to bring you the very best trout possible. We take pride in the quality of our fish.”
Dan Vogler
A leading figure in Michigan aquaculture, Dan Vogler runs Harrietta Hills Trout Farm alongside his wife Susan and his parents. Dan and Susan have six children, most of whom still help on the farm. The Voglers are active in the Harrietta community, Dan specifically having served as Slagle-Harrietta Fire Chief for almost a decade, and has been a longstanding member of the Harrietta United Methodist Church Board.
Dan has an extensive resume of agriculture experience and involvement.
In 2024, Dan was elected to the Michigan Farm Bureau Board of Directors, representing District 9. He’s also chaired MFB’s Aquaculture & Fish Commodity Advisory Committee since 2004. He joined the state’s Water Action Team in 2005 and has served as president of the Wexford County Farm Bureau. He’s also been foundational to Wexford’s Policy Development and Candidate Evaluation programs.
Dan is a longtime president of the Michigan Aquaculture Association and has represented the industry on more national-level boards and organizations than he can recall.
Laura Abrams
Jon Vogler
Our Location
Harrietta Hills is located just west of the Village of Harrietta, Michigan (population around 150). This small community is nestled in the heart of the Manistee National Forest in the Slagle Creek Valley.
The area is known for its stunning beauty, great trout fishing in both Slagle Creek and the Manistee River, as well as hunting, hiking, canoeing, and just about every other outdoor activity. We are also located within a short drive of Caberfae Ski Resort.
The 122-acre facility produces fresh rainbow trout for retail and restaurant sales, with sidelines in fish farming equipment, pond and water maintenance, and nuisance bird deterrence.
In the News
State Roundtable seeks to link Michigan farmers with land, funding and training
A new push aims to connect farmers with resources like education, land access, and financing, while also addressing the challenges they’re facing in today’s economy.
Wild Goose Chase offering aquaculture farms humane way to deter harmful bird populations, reduce losses
Wild Goose Chase Vice President Gordon Hagberg (right) and Harrietta Hills Owner Dan Vogler at the 2026 Aquaculture America conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.A.
Nate Wilson didn’t wait to lead; neither should you
With strong support at home from his wife Hannah, Northwest Michigan Farm Bureau President Nate Wilson enjoys more space for helping Farm Bureau members.
Why? New Dist. 9 Director Dan Vogler explains.
Wexford County fish farmer Dan Vogler is bringing the priorities of small county Farm Bureaus to the state board of directors.
Wexford’s Dan Vogler to succeed LaCross as Dist. 9 director on MFB board
Delegates from across District 9 convened Dec. 19 at Crystal Mountain to elect Wexford County Farm Bureau President Dan Vogler to represent the region on the MFB Board of Directors.
MI Fresh Fish Expo aims to draw attention to ‘small and mighty’ aquaculture and fishing industries
Michigan’s aquaculture farms offer a variety of stocking fish as well as trout grown for food. The state still imports 94% of seafood, according to Michigan Aquaculture Association President Dan Vogler.
Life after Avipel? New equipment another option for crop growers
The AVIX Autonomic Mark II is a laser repellant you can mount on a pole or pedestal or some other elevated area to ward off birds from attacking fish — or corn seed.
Harrietta celebrate the blueberry during annual festival
At 11 a.m. Saturday, guests gathered on Davis Avenue in Harriett to watch the Blueberry Festival parade with Queen and King Katherine and Jim Vogler.
Wexford dairy hosts Congressman Moolenaar
Fifth-generation dairy farmer Molly Benson (center left) painted agriculture’s big picture for visiting Congressman John Moolenaar.
This industry could bring jobs and be a game-changer for Michigan. What is it? Eels
A Florida-based company wants to construct a $30 million eel farm in Michigan, and it’s eyeing land in the city’s industrial park for the project
Sustainable Fish Farming: A conversation with Dan Vogler of Harietta Hills Trout Farm
Northern Michigan Environmental Action Council, in a resolution recently stated: “If a chosen fish is a species currently raised in a hatchery, then passage up the Boardman River is tantamount to aiding and abetting aquaculture.”
Booher welcomes Harrietta man as State of the State guest
Sen. Darwin Booher, R-Evart, welcomed Dan Vogler (left) to the Michigan Capitol before Gov. Rick Snyder’s 2016 State of the State address. Vogler, owner of the Harrietta Hills Trout Farm in Harrietta, was Booher’s guest for the annual address Tuesday night.
Legislation introduced to reform Michigan aquaculture
Legislation introduced last week by Dist. 35 State Senator Darwin Booher aims to encourage the expansion of Michigan aquaculture and, in turn, help meet rising demands for seafood among American consumers.
Bill would ban fish farming
Implementation of Senate Bill 526 would impose a moratorium on Michigan aquaculture, essentially outlawing a $1.5 million industry.
Loan would help triple output of Wexford County trout farm
Dan Vogler of Harrietta Hills Trout Farm shares his family’s plan for expanding the farm’s output, and how a new loan program will help.
Could Great Lakes Fisheries Be Revived Through Fish Farms?
A deep-water cage system near Eastern Island in Ontario is typical of fish farms run by members of the Northern Ontario Aquaculture Association.
A Visit to Harrietta Hills Trout Farm in Michigan
Thanks to the Michigan Ag Council for inviting me to their All About Trout Blogger event at Harrietta Hills Trout Farm owned by the Vogler family. This is the only fish farm that has been environmentally verified in the state of Michigan!
Study identifies obstacles to aquaculture expansion
Sustainable fish farms could provide the state with a $1 billion a year industry, according to researchers funded by the Michigan Sea Grant, a coastal conservation research group.
Chasing fish and other tails
A deep-water cage system near Eastern Island in Ontario is typical of fish farms run by members of the Northern Ontario Aquaculture Association.
Michigan Aquaculture Association sees state as prime spot for fish production
Commercial fish operations are mere minnows in the sea of Michigan’s massive agriculture industry. But the business of aquaculture is poised to grow like the proverbial fish story.
Aquaculture is the fastest-growing food industry worldwide, proponents say, and Michigan, surrounded by one-fifth of the Earth’s fresh water, could join the boom with appropriate investment and state support.
Advocates: Michigan should take aquaculture bait
Supporters say establishing fish farming in western Michigan will provide a new source of jobs and local food while helping the state diversify its struggling economy.But others say the fast-growing food industry of aquaculture faces two major roadblocks: government regulation and a cash shortage.
