Whitecap Charters – Elk Rapids 

4.7
(23 reviews)
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Veteran Owned
 118 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids, MI 49629, United States–

Whitecap Charters – Elk Rapids 

Elk Rapids, MI, United States
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30 ft
6
4.7
(23 reviews)

With Whitecap Charters, the beautiful waters of Lake Michigan will be all yours. The captain operates from various locations on the lake and always follows the bite. He uses the finest gear and tackle to make sure everyone on board has the best chances of landing the fish of their dreams.

Join the crew early in the season or wrap it up later in October. Light tackle is used in spring and summer, while in fall, the crew switches to heavy tackle. You will be able to use high-quality rods and reels by Shimano, Ugly Stik, and Okuma to land Coho and Chinook Salmon, Steelhead, Lake and Brown Trout, Walleye, and Yellow Perch.

It will take you around half an hour to drop the lines and fish. The trip will take place on the New 29ft Trouble Maker cuddy cabin with twin 200 HP Murcury engines. She is a spacious vessel which can accommodate up to 6 anglers. The 29ft Troghy Pro features modern electronics, professional accessories, bait, and even a private restroom – a much-needed thing when spending your day on the water.

All bait, gear, and fish cleaning service will be included in the price. Catering service is also available for an Extra Cost – just let the crew know in advance.
Tips are also greatly appreciated by the captain and crew.

With Whitecap Charters, the beautiful waters of Lake Michigan will be all yours. The captain operates from various locations on the lake and always follows the bite. He uses the finest gear and tackle to make sure everyone on board has the best chances of landing the fish of their dreams.

Join the crew early in the season or wrap it up later in October. Light tackle is used in spring and summer, while in fall, the crew switches to heavy tackle. You will be able to use high-quality rods and reels by Shimano, Ugly Stik, and Okuma to land Coho and Chinook Salmon, Steelhead, Lake and Brown Trout, Walleye, and Yellow Perch.

It will take you around half an hour to drop the lines and fish. The trip will take place on the New 29ft Trouble Maker cuddy cabin with twin 200 HP Murcury engines. She is a spacious vessel which can accommodate up to 6 anglers. The 29ft Troghy Pro features modern electronics, professional accessories, bait, and even a private restroom – a much-needed thing when spending your day on the water.

All bait, gear, and fish cleaning service will be included in the price. Catering service is also available for an Extra Cost – just let the crew know in advance.
Tips are also greatly appreciated by the captain and crew.

Whitecap Charters
Charter Operator
Whitecap Charters
13 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
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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 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
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
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.7
23 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (21)

Reviews (23)

  • Patrick Brown
    Patrick Brown
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2021
    16 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Five star day

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 3, 2023 • 2 adults

    Great day with Adam and John. Super nice guys and a great afternoon of fishing!

  • Leon Haynes
    Leon Haynes
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2020
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best morning fishing ever.

    Half Day Trip (AM) on August 6, 2020 • 2 adults

    I should have booked the whole day, my wife and I had a great time . Captain Art and the first mate were and patient. The day started off slow however Captain Art knew where the fish were biting and off we went. My wife and I have caught plenty walleyes they’re nothing compared to the fight the lake trout put up. Captain Art and his first mate were also full of information about the area the best places to visit and eat, booking Now for next year a full day this time.

  • Karla Morris
    Karla Morris
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent late season trip

    4 Hour Trip – Cisco (AM) on October 8, 2021 • 3 adults

    The trip was excellent. Weather stayed dry and the bay was smooth. The Cisco were hitting quite well, plus a Coho or two. Captain Art was terrific and made our trip top notch. Looking forward to fishing with him again.

  • Peggy Craft
    Peggy Craft
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    What a blast!

    Half Day Trip (PM) on September 21, 2020 • 2 adults

    We booked this charter last minute for our anniversary. It was beautiful on the Bay, and our crew knew exactly where to go to get a great catch. Captain Kent and Adam were super friendly and very knowledgeable. Can’t wait to book again!

  • Heather Bochenek
    Heather Bochenek
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip with Art and Don

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 24, 2020 • 4 adults • 1 child

    It was so much fun- we caught a lot and everyone had a blast. I would highly recommend this team. We can’t wait to do it again. Thank you for the great experience.

  • Don Williamson
    Don Williamson
    us
    Utah, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day with Capt. Kent

    Half Day Trip (AM) on June 10, 2019 • 2 adults

    A miserable weather day made perfect by a great Captain, Mate, and fishing experience. They knew right where to go and what to use. Also went extra mile to email video that they took.

  • Shelley Lake
    Shelley Lake
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2020
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Kent

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 18, 2020 • 4 adults
  • Jeff Plotnik
    Jeff Plotnik
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Kent

    Half Day Trip (AM) on August 7, 2019 • 4 adults
  • Aiden Rzepka
    Aiden Rzepka
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2024
    4.7
    Verified

    June fishing trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on June 17, 2024 • 2 adults
  • Bob Millard
    Bob Millard
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Half Day Trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on August 7, 2022 • 6 adults

    Fantastic experience!

FAQs about Whitecap Charters – Elk Rapids

Whitecap Charters – Elk Rapids 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 – Elk Rapids, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Whitecap Charters – Elk Rapids include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
Whitecap Charters – Elk Rapids offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Whitecap Charters – Elk Rapids offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Whitecap Charters – Elk Rapids include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Walleye

Your operator

Whitecap Charters
Whitecap Charters
Elk Rapids, Michigan, United States
9 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
226 Customer reviews
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
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
Walleye
Walleye
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

  • Five lake trout arranged on a boat's measuring deck after a freshwater fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Patrick B.
    Patrick B.
    Great day with Adam and John. Super nice guys and a great afternoon of fishing!
  • Three anglers proudly display their catch of multiple fish on a table after a successful fishing trip, with a scenic background of a lake.
    Fish 1
    Lake Whitefish
    Karla M.
    Karla M.
    The trip was excellent. Weather stayed dry and the bay was smooth. The Cisco were hitting quite well, plus a Coho or two. Captain Art was terrific and made our trip top notch. Looking forward to fishing with him again.
  • Screenshot of a decorative plaque featuring the quote, "Your life is made of two dates and a dash. Make the most of the dash."
    Bryan G.
    Bryan G.
  • Large haul of freshly caught silver fish neatly arranged on a cleaning table outdoors at night.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Lake Whitefish
    Peggy C.
    Peggy C.
    We booked this charter last minute for our anniversary. It was beautiful on the Bay, and our crew knew exactly where to go to get a great catch. Captain Kent and Adam were super friendly and very knowledgeable. Can’t wait to book again!
  • Two anglers pose beside a catch board displaying multiple lake trout in Charlevoix, with a fishing boat visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Leon H.
    Leon H.
    I should have booked the whole day, my wife and I had a great time . Captain Art and the first mate were and patient. The day started off slow however Captain Art knew where the fish were biting and off we went. My wife and I have caught plenty walleyes they’re nothing compared to the fight the lake trout put up. Captain Art and his first mate were also full of information about the area the best places to visit and eat, booking Now for next year a full day this time.
  • A family enjoying a day out on the water, posing together on a fishing boat with a clear blue sky and ocean backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Lake Trout
    Heather B.
    Heather B.
    It was so much fun- we caught a lot and everyone had a blast. I would highly recommend this team. We can’t wait to do it again. Thank you for the great experience.
  • Multiple fish arranged on the deck of a boat beside mounted fishing equipment, with a marina dock visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Lake Whitefish
    Shelley L.
    Shelley L.
  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of Lake Trout in front of the Charlevoix sign, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Jeff P.
    Jeff P.
  • Adult angler holding a large lake trout aboard a fishing boat on open water.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Don W.
    Don W.
    A miserable weather day made perfect by a great Captain, Mate, and fishing experience. They knew right where to go and what to use. Also went extra mile to email video that they took.
  • A variety of salmon species displayed on the deck of a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Come join us in Charlevoix to catch the hard fighting fast action Cisco. The Cisco resembles the lake Whitefish, but it's actually in the Salmonoid family.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
TROPHY PRO 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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live bait well
Kitchen
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate

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
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% charge will apply.

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