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Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix 

4.8
(102 reviews)
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 13000 Stover Road, Charlevoix, MI 49720, United States–
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Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix 

Charlevoix, MI, United States
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29 ft
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4.8
(102 reviews)
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You can't go wrong with Whitecap Charters. The captain will not only guide you through the basics before you make your first cast – he will make sure your rods are busy throughout the adventure.

The captain opens the season in May and takes his clients out until late October. The spring and summer months are all about light tackle fishing, while heavy tackle is the main technique for September and October.

You will be equipped with top-notch gear by Shimano, Okuma, and Ugly Stik to catch anything from Chinook and Coho Salmon to Lake Trout, Brown Trout, Perch, and Steelhead.

The 'Trouble Maker' will be your boat for the day. It is a 29' A
Trophy Pro cuddy cabin that comes powered by twin 225 HP engines. Trouble Maker has enough space for up to 6 anglers to fish in comfort and style. She is a trailerable boat, which allows the captain to fish from several ports, such as Manistee, Traverse City, Bay Harbor, Charlevoix, Torch Lake and Frankfort.

The New TROUBLE MAKER Boat has everything you need to make a great catch possible. All gear and tackle will be provided for the trip, along with bait and a complimentary fish-cleaning service at the end of the trip.

Whitecap Charters also offers catering service – if you are too busy, the captain will gladly pick up lunch and drinks for you for an *Extra Fee*

You can't go wrong with Whitecap Charters. The captain will not only guide you through the basics before you make your first cast – he will make sure your rods are busy throughout the adventure.

The captain opens the season in May and takes his clients out until late October. The spring and summer months are all about light tackle fishing, while heavy tackle is the main technique for September and October.

You will be equipped with top-notch gear by Shimano, Okuma, and Ugly Stik to catch anything from Chinook and Coho Salmon to Lake Trout, Brown Trout, Perch, and Steelhead.

The 'Trouble Maker' will be your boat for the day. It is a 29' A
Trophy Pro cuddy cabin that comes powered by twin 225 HP engines. Trouble Maker has enough space for up to 6 anglers to fish in comfort and style. She is a trailerable boat, which allows the captain to fish from several ports, such as Manistee, Traverse City, Bay Harbor, Charlevoix, Torch Lake and Frankfort.

The New TROUBLE MAKER Boat has everything you need to make a great catch possible. All gear and tackle will be provided for the trip, along with bait and a complimentary fish-cleaning service at the end of the trip.

Whitecap Charters also offers catering service – if you are too busy, the captain will gladly pick up lunch and drinks for you for an *Extra Fee*

Whitecap Charters
Charter Operator
Whitecap Charters
13 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Toilet
Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Toilet

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
Lake Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
Lake Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
102 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (101)

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
90%
Family friendly
97%
Friendly captain
97%
Good boat
91%
Recommended
92%
Caught fish

Reviews (102)

  • Carla Kline
    Carla Kline
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fabulous fishing day on the water!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on August 7, 2026 • 2 adults

    Adam was on time at the launch and ready to go. We started out fishing for salmon but they are late cming in got the season. So, we headed out to deeper water for lake trout. We each caught our limit! Adam is very experienced and each fish was netted successfully. Thank you again for a wonderful morning!

  • Brian Brunette
    Brian Brunette
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Fishing trip!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on August 21, 2026 • 4 adults

    Absolute wonderful experience. Captain Adam is great and knows his stuff. Definitely want to go again!

  • Cory Dral
    Cory Dral
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    best trip with the boys! thanks to Captain Adam!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on August 3, 2026 • 3 adults

    beautiful day. Beautiful catch. we had a blast. Captain Adam was very knowledgeable and very patient.

  • William Korthase
    William Korthase
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great captain, really knew how to catch fish. Great guy

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 10, 2026 • 4 adults

    limited out on lake trout, captain had to work hard to get it done.

  • Ellie Wynn
    Ellie Wynn
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Kent

    Half Day Trip (PM) on August 21, 2026 • 2 adults
  • Susan Lucas
    Susan Lucas
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Kent

    Half Day Trip (PM) on July 19, 2026 • 2 adults
  • Shay Booker
    Shay Booker
    us
    Montana, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Beautiful Birthday on Lake Catching Fishl

    Half Day Trip (AM) on September 15, 2025 • 2 adults

    Captain Adam was awesome !! We enjoyed the day so much ! We caught fish, had great conversation & got to relax in-between..A beautiful day & great way to celebrate my birthday !!

  • Jose Rodriguez
    Jose Rodriguez
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on June 21, 2025 • 2 adults

    Trip was better than expected, Captain Art was a great guide. This is our 2nd trip with Captain Art and bother trips have been great

  • Sam Jones
    Sam Jones
    us
    Utah, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time fishing!

    Half Day Trip (PM) on August 20, 2025 • 2 adults

    The best fishing charter we have been on. Recommend captain Kent with Whitecap charter.

  • Erica Soucie
    Erica Soucie
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Charter! Book Now!

    Half Day Trip (PM) on May 24, 2024 • 3 adults

    We had Captain Art & Jimmy and they showed us a great time. We maxed out! These guys were down to earth and didn’t seem like strangers to us at all. We would definitely book again!

FAQs about Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix

Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group, additional US $300 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $300 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed Head
  • GPS Lorense
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar Ferno
Trips booked with Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We don't use much live bait..)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We do filet all your catch at the dock and no extra cost)
  • Drinks (Can be asked for )
  • First mate (20% tip is customary and appreciated!)
  • Lunch (Can be asked for)
Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (This time of the season about 4-5 miles)
Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
Top targeted fish species with Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your operator

Whitecap Charters
Whitecap Charters
Charlevoix, Michigan, United States
9 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
226 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2018
Captain Kent Seymour has over Three decades of experience in the fishing industry. He loves the waters, getting people out and catching fish. Captain Kent is fun and caters to his clients' needs. He enjoys teaching young fishermen in the art of catching Great Lakes Gold..
Our Team
Adam R.
Adam R.
Captain
Josh S.
Josh S.
First mate
Drew S.
Drew S.
Captain
Kent S.
Kent S.
Captain
Whitecap Charters
Whitecap Charters
Fully verified
Veteran owned
9
reports
226
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
Captain Kent Seymour has over Three decades of experience in the fishing industry. He loves the waters, getting people out and catching fish. Captain Kent is fun and caters to his clients' needs. He enjoys teaching young fishermen in the art of catching Great Lakes Gold..
The crew
Adam R.
Adam R.
Captain
Josh S.
Josh S.
First mate
Drew S.
Drew S.
Captain
Kent S.
Kent S.
Captain

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon

Real catches by this captain

  • A proud angler displaying a large Lake Trout at a fishing dock, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Ellie W.
    Ellie W.
  • A proud angler displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a charter boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Chinook Salmon
    Brian B.
    Brian B.
    Absolute wonderful experience. Captain Adam is great and knows his stuff. Definitely want to go again!
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Lake Trout while enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Carla K.
    Carla K.
    Adam was on time at the launch and ready to go. We started out fishing for salmon but they are late cming in got the season. So, we headed out to deeper water for lake trout. We each caught our limit! Adam is very experienced and each fish was netted successfully. Thank you again for a wonderful morning!
  • Angler holding a large lake trout aboard a small fishing boat on open water.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Cory D.
    Cory D.
    beautiful day. Beautiful catch. we had a blast. Captain Adam was very knowledgeable and very patient.
  • A freshly caught fish, likely a trout, is displayed on the deck of a fishing boat, showcasing the fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Susan L.
    Susan L.
  • Young angler proudly holding a large fish aboard a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    William K.
    William K.
    limited out on lake trout, captain had to work hard to get it done.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a charter boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Trout fishing has been excellent , with many fish coming over fifteen pounds. We are also finding some nice steelhead and occasional king in the area.
  • A serene view from the interior of a fishing boat at dawn, showcasing the fishing gear and calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Coho Salmon
    Shay B.
    Shay B.
    Captain Adam was awesome !! We enjoyed the day so much ! We caught fish, had great conversation & got to relax in-between..A beautiful day & great way to celebrate my birthday !!
  • A couple enjoying a fishing trip, capturing a selfie on the boat with a scenic background.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Sam J.
    Sam J.
    The best fishing charter we have been on. Recommend captain Kent with Whitecap charter.
  • Two young anglers proudly displaying their catches of Lake Trout while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Jose R.
    Jose R.
    Trip was better than expected, Captain Art was a great guide. This is our 2nd trip with Captain Art and bother trips have been great

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
29 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Trophy 2902WA
Boat type
Cuddy cabin
Engine model
Murcury
Powered by
2 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
39 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed Head
GPS
Lorense
Fishfinder
Bed
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Wireless trolling motor
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
Ferno
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We don't use much live bait..
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We do filet all your catch at the dock and no extra cost
Drinks
Can be asked for
First mate
20% tip is customary and appreciated!
Lunch
Can be asked for

How cancellations work

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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
No age limit on Kids
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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