Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure, where the fish bite year round, and the captain takes you to the best places to get the most out of your trip? Then book now with Fish With Jim Outfitters.

Captain Jim Chamberlain has been fishing for decades and running his own charter company since 1988. He has a team of dedicated captains ready to show you why lake fishing is so much fun.

Hop on board an 24’ Angler Qwest Michigan DNR inspected boat. You and 5 fishing friends will have plenty of room and can fish simultaneously comfortably. The 200 HP Suzuki engine will have you on top of the fish before you know it. Couple this with full navigational equipment, including fishfinder, and Capt. Jim’s extensive knowledge of the area, and you’ll have your lines in the water all day.

Trips run from multiple locations, depending on the season and what you are targeting. Grand Traverse Bay, Torch Lake, Elk Lake, Mullett Lake, Lake Charlevoix, Bear Lake, Starvation Lake, and Thumb Lake are just some of the options you could fish from. Capt. Jim also run’s ice fishing trips during the winter.

By being a mobile guide service, Capt. Jim and his crew are able to give your group the best possible fishing trip. Depending on the season and where you are, expect to catch Lake Trout, Cisco, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Steelhead, Atlantic Salmon, King Salmon, Coho Salmon, Walleye, Whitefish & more.

All fishing rods and reels are included. You’ll be provided with high-quality rods from St Croix and G Loomis, coupled with Shimano Tekota Reels for trolling, and custom rods and high-end bait casters for jigging. Live bait is prepared before the trip, giving you maximum time on the water.

You are welcome to bring along your own food and drink for the trip. After the trip, you can have your fish filleted and bagged for $2 per fish. You will also need to purchase a fishing license before the day. For parties of 2 guests, there’s a fuel surcharge of $25.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day – Grand Traverse Bay
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 16 - Sep 15
    US $510
    Come Fish Grand Traverse Bay for a mixed bag of Salmon, Steelhead, Lake Trout, Perch, and Cisco. All necessary fishing gear and bait are included in the price. You're welcome to bring along food and drinks. You will need to purchase a fishing license before the trip. For parties of 2 guests, there's a fuel surcharge of $25.
  • Private trip
    Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Jun 14
    US $510
    Fish for land-locked Salmon, Trout, Walleye, and Perch on some of Northern Michigan’s best-kept secret inland lakes. All fishing rods, reels, and bait are included in the price. You are welcome to bring along your own refreshments. You must purchase a fishing license before the trip. For parties of 2 guests, there's a fuel surcharge of $25.
  • Private trip
    Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 6 - Aug 15
    US $510
    Fish for land-locked Salmon, Trout, Walleye, and Perch on some of Northern Michigan’s best-kept secret inland lakes. All fishing rods, reels, and bait are included in the price. You are welcome to bring along your own refreshments. You must purchase a fishing license before the trip. For parties of 2 guests, there's a fuel surcharge of $25.
  • Private trip
    Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 16 - Oct 31
    US $510
    Fish for land-locked Salmon, Trout, Walleye, and Perch on some of Northern Michigan’s best-kept secret inland lakes. All fishing rods, reels, and bait are included in the price. You are welcome to bring along your own refreshments. You must purchase a fishing license before the trip. For parties of 2 guests, there's a fuel surcharge of $25.
  • Private trip
    Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing PM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Jun 14
    US $510
    Fish for land-locked Salmon, Trout, Walleye, and Perch on some of Northern Michigan’s best-kept secret inland lakes. All fishing rods, reels, and bait are included in the price. You are welcome to bring along your own refreshments. You must purchase a fishing license before the trip. For parties of 2 guests, there's a fuel surcharge of $25.
  • Private trip
    Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing PM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jul 6 - Aug 15
    US $510
    Fish for land locked Salmon, Trout, Walleye, and Perch on some of Northern Michigan’s best kept secret inland lakes. All fishing rods, reels, and bait are included in the price. You are welcome to bring along your own refreshments. You must purchase a fishing license before the trip. For parties of 2 guests, there's a fuel surcharge of $25.
  • Private trip
    Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing PM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 16 - Oct 31
    US $510
    Fish for land locked Salmon, Trout, Walleye, and Perch on some of Northern Michigan’s best kept secret inland lakes. All fishing rods, reels, and bait are included in the price. You are welcome to bring along your own refreshments. You must purchase a fishing license before the trip. For parties of 2 guests, there's a fuel surcharge of $25.
  • Private trip
    Drummond Island Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 17 - Jun 28
    US $710
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FAQs about Fish With Jim Outfitters

Fish With Jim Outfitters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $510 per group, additional US $110 per person after 3 guests - Half Day – Grand Traverse Bay (4 hours)
  • US $510 per group, additional US $110 per person after 3 guests - Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $510 per group, additional US $110 per person after 3 guests - Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $510 per group, additional US $110 per person after 3 guests - Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $510 per group, additional US $110 per person after 3 guests - Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing PM (4 hours)
  • US $510 per group, additional US $110 per person after 3 guests - Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing PM (4 hours)
  • US $510 per group, additional US $110 per person after 3 guests - Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing PM (4 hours)
  • US $710 per group, additional US $110 per person after 3 guests - Drummond Island Trip (7 hours)

When you book a trip with Fish With Jim Outfitters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting Chair Two built in fighting chairs for kids
  • GPS Lowrance HDS 8 & 5
  • Fishfinder Lowrance HDS 8 & 5
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System AM/FM radio with Bluetooth connectivity for phones
  • Wireless Trolling Motor Minnkota Terrova 80lb With iPilot
  • Ice Box Intergrated cooler for fish

Trips booked with Fish With Jim Outfitters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Prepared before the trip)
  • Lures

Fish With Jim Outfitters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Lake Fishing

Fish With Jim Outfitters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Trolling (8 lines in the water)
  • Spinning
  • Jigging

Top targeted fish species with Fish With Jim Outfitters include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Herring
  • Lake Trout
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Atlantic)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Walleye

Meet the Charter Operator

Fish With Jim Outfitters
Elk Rapids, Michigan, United States
31 Customer reviews
Response time 5 hours
Member since August 2018
Jim has been running trips and making people happy since 1998. He has an extensive amount of knowledge and love for fishing, and has consistently had successful days fishing. He is happy to teach people how to fish, and loves seeing their faces when they catch their first one! You'll be given his full attention on the trip. Tournament wins include Walleye Central in 2009 2nd place and Walleye Central 2010 in 1st place. He has a team working with him, all who have years of experience and are ready to show you a great time!

About this listing

Targeted species

Brown Trout Brown Trout
Herring Herring
Lake Trout Lake Trout
Perch (Yellow) Yellow Perch

Boat specs

Angler Qwest (Pontoon) originally built in 2018. Powered by a 200HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 46 knots.

Length
24 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Trolling
8 lines in the water
Spinning
Jigging

Amenities

Fighting Chair
Two built in fighting chairs for kids
GPS
Lowrance HDS 8 & 5
Fishfinder
Lowrance HDS 8 & 5
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
AM/FM radio with Bluetooth connectivity for phones
Wireless Trolling Motor
Minnkota Terrova 80lb With iPilot

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Prepared before the trip
Lures

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Min age 6, has life vests
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
In some cases
Disabled Accessible
Fish from chair

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Crew
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Experience
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Angler rating
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Matthew D.
Boyne City, Michigan
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Half day with captain Jim

VERIFIED   Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing PM on July 24, 2023
Had a great time out on torch lake, all went accordingly and capt Jim and Adam made it a really fun time. Great communication...
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Awesome Time

VERIFIED   Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing on October 21, 2023
Jim was great, friendly and knowledgeable of the area, will definitely book with him again
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Russell P.
Washington, IN
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Half day

VERIFIED   Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing on August 16, 2023
Well organized. Very efficient.
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Heather K.
Walled Lake, Michigan
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Salmon fishing on Torch Lake

VERIFIED   Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing PM on April 23, 2022
We had a wonderful experience with Jim fiahing on torch lake! Ended up bringing home a couple of Atlantic Salmon and are excited...
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Emily H.
Maineville, OH
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Half day trip with Jim

VERIFIED   Half Day – Inland Lake Fishing PM on July 12, 2022
Our first chartered fishing trip and it was amazing! My 15 year old daughter loves to fish and we had a great experience. She...
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