Manistee River Fishing Company 

4.9/5 (162 reviews)
 Dilling Road 1500, Brethren, MI 49619, United States

Manistee River Fishing Company 

4.9/5 (162 reviews)
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Dilling Road 1500
Brethren, MI, United States
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Are you in the mood for a memorable fishing experience? Manistee River Fishing Company makes it their mission to put you on exciting fishing action on the productive waters of Manistee River and surrounding water! Captain Brad, who will be your guide, is equally passionate about finding the best available bite for his customers as he is about enjoying the great outdoors.

Manistee River and surrounding waters are known for its superb Salmon, Trout, Walleye, Pike, and Bass Depending on the time of the year, you can target Brown Trout, Steelhead, Chinook, Coho Salmon, Walleye, Pike, and Bass. Brad will be with you every step of the way, helping you get your next trophy into the boat. He’ll provide quality tackle for you to use, and what’s more, he’ll show you how to use it to get the best results.

Your captain will do his best to tailor the trip to your preferences so that you have a memorable expedition with him.

Your ride and fishing platform is a 23’ Alumaweld, outfitted with a 250HP Yamaha outboard engine that will ensure you get to the best fishing holes in no time. There’s room on board for up to 3 anglers to fish comfortably and enjoy the stunning views in between bites.

The vessel is well-suited for Lake and River fishing. You’ll have reliable navigational electronics to lead the way to your catch. After the trip, Capt. Brad can clean everything you decide to keep, which means only one thing – a delicious fish fillet dinner is one meal away.

Kids are welcome on the boat, but if they’re under 12, you should bring their life jackets. You’ll also need a valid fishing license, and a supply of your favorite drinks and snacks to keep you fighting your prey with vigor.

Manistee River Fishing Company is dedicated to showing you the best time on the water and organizing an experience you’ll want to brag about and repeat!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 162 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (116)

Low Water Dusk Jolt
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Angler rating

147
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

80%

Showing 1 - 5 of 162 reviews
Showing: 5 of 162 reviews
Chase R.
Chase R.
5.0/5

Sep 8, 2025

6 Hour Trip (AM)

Bucket list fish off my list

VERIFIED

Brad is AWESOME. SUPER punctual, professional and knowledgeable. I had been on a bad luck streak since I started trying to catch king salmon over a year ago never landing one. Thought I brought my bad luck with me after loosing one early in the morning and struggling to get a bite for a while but Brad was on top of it! Trying different baits depths and locations he seemed determined to help me break my bad luck streak and hard work paid off I finally landed one! After fishing he showed me how to clean it and bagged it for us! I had a great time would DEFINITELY recommend booking a trip with this company!

Brad is AWESOME. SUPER punctual, professional and knowledgeable. I had been on a bad luck streak since I started trying to catch...  

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 Chase R. recommends Manistee River Fishing Company

Brian C.
Brian C.
5.0/5

Sep 23, 2025

6 Hour Trip (AM)

Amazing fall salmon trip

VERIFIED
NEW

Brad guided my father, girlfriend and I on a salmon trip today and as every trip I have had it was great. Brad is great with people and very knowledgeable about the river as well as the fish he is fishing. I will continue to book with Brad for salmon and steelhead. Brad thank you for a day filled with memories and fellowship. You are a great guide and a great person!!

Brad guided my father, girlfriend and I on a salmon trip today and as every trip I have had it was great. Brad is great with people...  

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 Brian C. recommends Manistee River Fishing Company

Virginia W.
Virginia W.
5.0/5

Aug 30, 2025

4 Hour Trip (PM) 2 people

We Had A Blast

VERIFIED

This fishing trip was a wonderful experience on the beautiful Manistee River. The weather was great, the boat was clean and the gear was well maintained. I also want to commend the Captain on his awesome personality and problem solving skills. This guy know where the fish were. It was also a great experience to see so many fish in their natural habitat and to be educated on the spawning process. Again, this trip was great, the value for what we paid was great and I would do it again.

This fishing trip was a wonderful experience on the beautiful Manistee River. The weather was great, the boat was clean and the...  

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David P.
David P.
5.0/5

Sep 24, 2025

4 Hour Trip (PM) 2 people

Low Water Dusk Jolt

VERIFIED
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The fishing was quite pleasurable. We caught most fish in the early morning with still a little night cover. Thundersticks worked great. Then we moved to drifting beads and bait. Had many hits but was tough to sink the hook. Overall Ken did a fantastic job.

The fishing was quite pleasurable. We caught most fish in the early morning with still a little night cover. Thundersticks worked...  

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 David P. recommends Manistee River Fishing Company

Dane M.
Dane M.
5.0/5

Jul 10, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Amazing Experience!

VERIFIED

Despite the struggle of summer Michigan fishing and our low catch total, we were beyond impressed with Captain Brad. He was very informative, answered all of our questions about the area, made us laugh, and put every effort forth to make sure all members of our party caught something. It was a beautiful morning and we couldn't have been happier with the experience. Do NOT miss a trip with the Manistee River Fishing Company!

Despite the struggle of summer Michigan fishing and our low catch total, we were beyond impressed with Captain Brad. He was very...  

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 162 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (116)

Low Water Dusk Jolt
Low Water Dusk Jolt
Low Water Dusk Jolt
+113

Angler rating

147
7
4
1
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

80%

Showing 1 - 5 of 162 reviews
Showing: 5 of 162 reviews
Chase R.
Chase R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Bucket list fish off my list

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (AM) on September 8, 2025

Brad is AWESOME. SUPER punctual, professional and knowledgeable. I had been on a bad luck streak since I started trying to catch king salmon over a year ago never landing one. Thought I brought my bad luck with me after loosing one early in the morning and struggling to get a bite for a while but Brad was on top of it! Trying different baits depths and locations he seemed determined to help me break my bad luck streak and hard work paid off I finally landed one! After fishing he showed me how to clean it and bagged it for us! I had a great time would DEFINITELY recommend booking a trip with this company!

Brad is AWESOME. SUPER punctual, professional and knowledgeable. I had been on a bad luck streak since I started trying to catch king salmon over a year ago never landing one. Thought I brought my bad luck with me after loosing one early in the morning and struggling to get a bite for a while but Brad was on top of it! Trying different baits depths and locations he seemed determined to help me break my bad luck streak and hard work paid off I finally landed one! After fishing he showed me...  

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 Chase R. recommends Manistee River Fishing Company

Brian C.
Brian C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Amazing fall salmon trip

VERIFIED
NEW

6 Hour Trip (AM) on September 23, 2025

Brad guided my father, girlfriend and I on a salmon trip today and as every trip I have had it was great. Brad is great with people and very knowledgeable about the river as well as the fish he is fishing. I will continue to book with Brad for salmon and steelhead. Brad thank you for a day filled with memories and fellowship. You are a great guide and a great person!!

Brad guided my father, girlfriend and I on a salmon trip today and as every trip I have had it was great. Brad is great with people and very knowledgeable about the river as well as the fish he is fishing. I will continue to book with Brad for salmon and steelhead. Brad thank you for a day filled with memories and fellowship. You are a great guide and a great person!!  

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 Brian C. recommends Manistee River Fishing Company

Virginia W.
Virginia W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

We Had A Blast

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (PM) 2 people on August 30, 2025

This fishing trip was a wonderful experience on the beautiful Manistee River. The weather was great, the boat was clean and the gear was well maintained. I also want to commend the Captain on his awesome personality and problem solving skills. This guy know where the fish were. It was also a great experience to see so many fish in their natural habitat and to be educated on the spawning process. Again, this trip was great, the value for what we paid was great and I would do it again.

This fishing trip was a wonderful experience on the beautiful Manistee River. The weather was great, the boat was clean and the gear was well maintained. I also want to commend the Captain on his awesome personality and problem solving skills. This guy know where the fish were. It was also a great experience to see so many fish in their natural habitat and to be educated on the spawning process. Again, this trip was great, the value for what we paid was great and I would do it again.  

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 Virginia W. recommends Manistee River Fishing Company

David P.
David P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Low Water Dusk Jolt

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip (PM) 2 people on September 24, 2025

The fishing was quite pleasurable. We caught most fish in the early morning with still a little night cover. Thundersticks worked great. Then we moved to drifting beads and bait. Had many hits but was tough to sink the hook. Overall Ken did a fantastic job.

The fishing was quite pleasurable. We caught most fish in the early morning with still a little night cover. Thundersticks worked great. Then we moved to drifting beads and bait. Had many hits but was tough to sink the hook. Overall Ken did a fantastic job.  

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 David P. recommends Manistee River Fishing Company

Dane M.
Dane M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Amazing Experience!

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 10, 2025

Despite the struggle of summer Michigan fishing and our low catch total, we were beyond impressed with Captain Brad. He was very informative, answered all of our questions about the area, made us laugh, and put every effort forth to make sure all members of our party caught something. It was a beautiful morning and we couldn't have been happier with the experience. Do NOT miss a trip with the Manistee River Fishing Company!

Despite the struggle of summer Michigan fishing and our low catch total, we were beyond impressed with Captain Brad. He was very informative, answered all of our questions about the area, made us laugh, and put every effort forth to make sure all members of our party caught something. It was a beautiful morning and we couldn't have been happier with the experience. Do NOT miss a trip with the Manistee River Fishing Company!  

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 Dane M. recommends Manistee River Fishing Company

FAQs about Manistee River Fishing Company

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Alumaweld
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Yamaha SHO
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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