Slipknot Steelhead Charters – River 

4.8/5 (30 reviews)
 River Street, Manistee, MI 49660, United States

Slipknot Steelhead Charters – River 

Manistee, MI, United States
21 ft
4
4.8/5 (30 reviews)

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Operating out of Manistee, Michigan, Slipknot Steelhead Charters offers unforgettable river and lake fishing trips. Captain Lenny Vaughan is a passionate tournament angler who wants your trip with him to be more than just fishing. In addition to landing your personal best, you'll also get to enjoy the natural beauty of the protected Manistee National Forest, home to bald eagles, beavers, minks, and various other animal species.

Captain Lenny invites you to spend the day aboard his 21' custom-built jet boat, perfect for 4 anglers fishing at the same time. Powered by a 260 HP Ford F-350 motor, it will take you to the best fisheries in no time. The boat features top-notch safety gear and marine electronics, AC, a cooler, a live bait tank, and a portable toilet.

Your 6-hour charter will take you exploring the best spots of the Manistee River and Manistee Lake. The captain likes to use the day as much as possible so you'll have maximum time on the water during daylight. When it comes to your targets, you'll be focusing on Chinook Salmon, Steelhead, and Brown Trout.

The captain will provide you with a variety of fishing gear, including fly, spinning, and trolling rods. Lures and live bait, depending on your preference, are also provided – you'll have everything needed for a top day on the water.

Pickups from the Manistee airport are also covered, as well as pickups from a motel the captain is partnered with. The best part is that you'll get a discount if you stay at that motel, located only 10 minutes from the boat launch.

Captain Lenny loves having little ones on board (no age limit) – he has kids of his own and his trips are very child-friendly. Slipknot Steelhead Charters is a perfect choice for your kids' first fishing experience!

Operating out of Manistee, Michigan, Slipknot Steelhead Charters offers unforgettable river and lake fishing trips. Captain Lenny Vaughan is a passionate tournament angler who wants your trip with him to be more than just fishing. In addition to landing your personal best, you'll also get to enjoy the natural beauty of the protected Manistee National Forest, home to bald eagles, beavers, minks, and various other animal species.

Captain Lenny invites you to spend the day aboard his 21' custom-built jet boat, perfect for 4 anglers fishing at the same time. Powered by a 260 HP Ford F-350 motor, it will take you to the best fisheries in no time. The boat features top-notch safety gear and marine electronics, AC, a cooler, a live bait tank, and a portable toilet.

Your 6-hour charter will take you exploring the best spots of the Manistee River and Manistee Lake. The captain likes to use the day as much as possible so you'll have maximum time on the water during daylight. When it comes to your targets, you'll be focusing on Chinook Salmon, Steelhead, and Brown Trout.

The captain will provide you with a variety of fishing gear, including fly, spinning, and trolling rods. Lures and live bait, depending on your preference, are also provided – you'll have everything needed for a top day on the water.

Pickups from the Manistee airport are also covered, as well as pickups from a motel the captain is partnered with. The best part is that you'll get a discount if you stay at that motel, located only 10 minutes from the boat launch.

Captain Lenny loves having little ones on board (no age limit) – he has kids of his own and his trips are very child-friendly. Slipknot Steelhead Charters is a perfect choice for your kids' first fishing experience!

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Rating

4.8
30 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (15)

What anglers say

87%
Recommended

All reviews (30)

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Jeremiah Brandon
Jeremiah Brandon
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2022
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Awesome time with Capt. Lenny.
3/4 Day Trip on March 26, 20241 adult3 children

Post spawn, cold and rainy, three boys (2 younger). Lenny has his work cut out for him. He prevailed tremendously. He worked hard to keep the four of us entertained as we spent long hours searching for fish that just weren’t there due to an early spawn. I highly recommend him for families. We will be going back this summer to try the big lake.

Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Mark Davis
Mark Davis
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great hardworking captain and great time
3/4 Day Trip on March 22, 20253 adults

Worked hard to get our fish and made the trip comfortable in adverse weather conditions. Highly recommended

John Busacca
John Busacca
Repeat angler
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2018
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Memories!
3/4 Day Trip on September 22, 20244 adults

Captain Lenny provided a great day of fishing for grandpa, his son and two middle school grandsons. Lots of fun, loads of fish and lifelong memories. We will definitely do this again.

Jay Gully
Jay Gully
Repeat angler
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Prepared Captain.
3/4 Day Trip on October 24, 20243 adults

Fun trip, Captain was well prepared.

Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Kevin Pfeiffer
Kevin Pfeiffer
Repeat angler
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2021
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great trip
3/4 Day Trip on November 27, 20241 adult1 child

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3/4 Day Trip
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 15 - Apr 1
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
30 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (15)

What anglers say

87%
Recommended

All reviews (30)

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Jeremiah Brandon
Jeremiah Brandon
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2022
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Awesome time with Capt. Lenny.
3/4 Day Trip on March 26, 20241 adult3 children

Post spawn, cold and rainy, three boys (2 younger). Lenny has his work cut out for him. He prevailed tremendously. He worked hard to keep the four of us entertained as we spent long hours searching for fish that just weren’t there due to an early spawn. I highly recommend him for families. We will be going back this summer to try the big lake.

Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Mark Davis
Mark Davis
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great hardworking captain and great time
3/4 Day Trip on March 22, 20253 adults

Worked hard to get our fish and made the trip comfortable in adverse weather conditions. Highly recommended

John Busacca
John Busacca
Repeat angler
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2018
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Memories!
3/4 Day Trip on September 22, 20244 adults

Captain Lenny provided a great day of fishing for grandpa, his son and two middle school grandsons. Lots of fun, loads of fish and lifelong memories. We will definitely do this again.

Jay Gully
Jay Gully
Repeat angler
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Prepared Captain.
3/4 Day Trip on October 24, 20243 adults

Fun trip, Captain was well prepared.

Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Kevin Pfeiffer
Kevin Pfeiffer
Repeat angler
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2021
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great trip
3/4 Day Trip on November 27, 20241 adult1 child

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Speed boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
1990
Restored in
2015
Boat manufacturer
Custom-built
Boat type
Jet boat
Engine model
Ford F-350
Powered by
1 x 260HP
Max cruising speed
23 knots
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