FishGH – Danel 

4.9/5 (320 reviews)
 North Harbor Drive 301, Grand Haven, MI 49417, United States

FishGH – Danel 

4.9/5 (320 reviews)
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North Harbor Drive 301
Grand Haven, MI, United States

“Kids welcome and adults tolerated” is the motto of FishGH and what it is all about. This charter company has been a family business on the boardwalk at Chinook Pier Grand Haven since 1984 and continues the tradition today. They believe that kids are the future and offer family-friendly adventures on Lake Michigan.

Whether you are planning that getaway fishing trip, a summer vacation with your family and friends, or even want to entertain corporate clients, FishGH and the Grand Haven area are all ready for you.

You will be fishing aboard the Danel, a 33’ Trojan boat. She provides a very stable trolling platform and more comfort than the 30’ boats in the area. Built back in 1985, she was overhauled in 2020 and can cruise at a top speed of 30 knots thanks to her twin 350 HP Crusader engines.

Danel can comfortably accommodate up to 6 anglers and is rigged with modern electronics and technologies to save your time while searching for a big one. Her top-notch GPS and fishfinder build up a clear image of where the fish are hiding.

On your day out, you will be trolling for Chinook and Coho Salmon, along with Steelhead, Brown Trout, and Lake Trout. All trips include the use of quality rods, reels, and lures, as well as the assistance of the first mate, who works for tips. Just bring a valid Michigan fishing license, your food, drinks, and hop onboard. The only thing that’s missing is you!

The crew also participates in the Catch and Cook program that allows you to bring your catch to select local restaurants. Just let the captain know that you’d like to take part in the program.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 320 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (279)

August fishing trip
Great trip for first timers.
Great charter !
+276

Angler rating

283
26
5
3
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

95%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

95%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 320 reviews
Showing: 5 of 320 reviews
Russ Cummins
Russ Cummins
5.0
Verified
Excellent time!
2 hr. Lighthouse/pier fishing tour on July 25, 20252 adults1 child
1st time trying out a fishing charter and it was perfect all the way around! Took my wife and 13 yr old daughter for the 2 hour trip just to see if they'd enjoy it before attempting to do a 4 hour excursion. Everything from the ease of parking, the friendliness and knowledge from the crew...and the fact that we ALL caught fish made the whole thing worth it. We'll definitely be back to do a 4 hour charter next time! Thanks guys for giving us a memorable experience.
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Reported catch:
Freshwater Drum
Bullhead
Largemouth Bass
Response from Captain
July 28, 2025
Russ, You are very welcome! We will be looking forward to getting you back on the water soon. Brian
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Brian Gerrans
Brian Gerrans
5.0
Verified
2 Dads, 3 13 year olds
5 Hour Fishing Trip – Weekday (AM) on July 23, 20252 adults3 children
My son wanted to go fishing for his 13th birthday. The crew was great with the boys. We were on the Kings early. Caught 5 in the first 90 minutes. The water was pretty choppy (we had a sea sick boy) so we left some time on the clock and return 90 minutes early. All in all, we had a great time! The boys will remember the experience for years to come.
Response from Captain
July 25, 2025
Brian, Thanks for the great review! I’m glad you and the boys had a great trip overall. Brian
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Timothy Diephouse
Timothy Diephouse
5.0
Verified
Great trip for first timers.
5 Hour Fishing Trip – Weekend (AM) on August 30, 20255 adults
The captain, Brandon, and his crewmate, Dakota were just outstanding! They were very patient with a bunch of first timers, and worked hard to ensure we had a great time. They kept us engaged with the process and were always ready to answer questions. I would highly recommend using their service, and will definitelydo so in the near future.
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Response from Captain
August 30, 2025
Thank you Tim. We look forward to having you back again soon. Brian
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Dean Waters
Dean Waters
5.0
Verified
Fantastic trip
5 Hour Fishing Trip – Weekday (AM) on July 24, 20255 adults
Scheduled a trip with family that had never fished for salmon and the experience was as good as we could have asked for. Caught 8 fish over 14 hits. Brendan and Carson were helpful and did everything we could ask to make sure it was a good trip. Will definitely schedule another trip when we are in the area again.
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Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Response from Captain
July 25, 2025
Dean, Thank you for the great review! We had a fun trip with your family as well. Brian
0
Matthew Redshaw
Matthew Redshaw
5.0
Verified
Fun fishing trip with the kids.
5 Hour Fishing Trip – Weekend (PM) on June 20, 20251 adult3 children
A bit of a quiet afternoon out in Lake Michigan. Had a few bites and pulled in a nice steelhead. Captain Jordan took us into the channel for the last 30 mins so the boys could fish for some Sheephead, which was fun. Nice afternoon out in the water. Captain Jordan and deckhand Johnny were happy to entertain the kids many questions.
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Response from Captain
June 22, 2025
Mathew, Thanks for fishing with us! We appreciate it and will be glad to do it again soon. Brian
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Trip availability and prices

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1 Hour–Lighthouse/Pier Fishing Tour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
1 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 PM
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May 1 - Aug 31
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US $250
Entire boat: up to 6 people
2 hr. Lighthouse/pier fishing tour
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2 Hour Trip
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US $325
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Economy Weekday (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
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May 1 - Oct 16 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
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US $645
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Economy Weekend
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May 1 - Oct 1 (Fri, Sat, Sun)
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US $695
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Fishing Trip – Weekday (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 5:30 AM
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May 1 - Oct 16 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
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US $675
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 hr Fishing trip - Weekday (PM)
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5 Hour Trip
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May 1 - Oct 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
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US $675
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Fishing Trip – Weekend (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip
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May 1 - Oct 16 (Fri, Sat, Sun)
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US $690
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Fishing Trip – Weekend (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
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May 1 - Oct 16 (Fri, Sat, Sun)
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US $690
Entire boat: up to 4 people
7 Hour Trip – Ultimate Weekday (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 Hour Trip
starts at 5:30 AM
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May 1 - Oct 16 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
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US $850
Entire boat: up to 4 people
7 Hour Trip – Ultimate Weekend (AM)
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7 Hour Trip
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May 6 - Oct 16 (Fri, Sat, Sun)
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US $890
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 320 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (279)

August fishing trip
Great trip for first timers.
Great charter !
+276

Angler rating

283
26
5
3
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

95%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

95%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 320 reviews
Showing: 5 of 320 reviews
Russ Cummins
Russ Cummins
5.0
Verified
Excellent time!
2 hr. Lighthouse/pier fishing tour on July 25, 20252 adults1 child
1st time trying out a fishing charter and it was perfect all the way around! Took my wife and 13 yr old daughter for the 2 hour trip just to see if they'd enjoy it before attempting to do a 4 hour excursion. Everything from the ease of parking, the friendliness and knowledge from the crew...and the fact that we ALL caught fish made the whole thing worth it. We'll definitely be back to do a 4 hour charter next time! Thanks guys for giving us a memorable experience.
Review media 0
Review media 1
Reported catch:
Freshwater Drum
Bullhead
Largemouth Bass
Response from Captain
July 28, 2025
Russ, You are very welcome! We will be looking forward to getting you back on the water soon. Brian
1
Brian Gerrans
Brian Gerrans
5.0
Verified
2 Dads, 3 13 year olds
5 Hour Fishing Trip – Weekday (AM) on July 23, 20252 adults3 children
My son wanted to go fishing for his 13th birthday. The crew was great with the boys. We were on the Kings early. Caught 5 in the first 90 minutes. The water was pretty choppy (we had a sea sick boy) so we left some time on the clock and return 90 minutes early. All in all, we had a great time! The boys will remember the experience for years to come.
Response from Captain
July 25, 2025
Brian, Thanks for the great review! I’m glad you and the boys had a great trip overall. Brian
0
Timothy Diephouse
Timothy Diephouse
5.0
Verified
Great trip for first timers.
5 Hour Fishing Trip – Weekend (AM) on August 30, 20255 adults
The captain, Brandon, and his crewmate, Dakota were just outstanding! They were very patient with a bunch of first timers, and worked hard to ensure we had a great time. They kept us engaged with the process and were always ready to answer questions. I would highly recommend using their service, and will definitelydo so in the near future.
Review media 0
Response from Captain
August 30, 2025
Thank you Tim. We look forward to having you back again soon. Brian
1
Dean Waters
Dean Waters
5.0
Verified
Fantastic trip
5 Hour Fishing Trip – Weekday (AM) on July 24, 20255 adults
Scheduled a trip with family that had never fished for salmon and the experience was as good as we could have asked for. Caught 8 fish over 14 hits. Brendan and Carson were helpful and did everything we could ask to make sure it was a good trip. Will definitely schedule another trip when we are in the area again.
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Response from Captain
July 25, 2025
Dean, Thank you for the great review! We had a fun trip with your family as well. Brian
0
Matthew Redshaw
Matthew Redshaw
5.0
Verified
Fun fishing trip with the kids.
5 Hour Fishing Trip – Weekend (PM) on June 20, 20251 adult3 children
A bit of a quiet afternoon out in Lake Michigan. Had a few bites and pulled in a nice steelhead. Captain Jordan took us into the channel for the last 30 mins so the boys could fish for some Sheephead, which was fun. Nice afternoon out in the water. Captain Jordan and deckhand Johnny were happy to entertain the kids many questions.
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Response from Captain
June 22, 2025
Mathew, Thanks for fishing with us! We appreciate it and will be glad to do it again soon. Brian
0

FAQs about FishGH – Danel

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
33 ft
Year built
1985
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Trojan 10 Meter
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Crusader
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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