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Chromeseekers – Big Manistee River 

4.8
(21 reviews)
 Dilling Road, Brethren, MI 49619, United States–
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Chromeseekers – Big Manistee River 

Brethren, MI, United States
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17 ft
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4.8
(21 reviews)
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Come fish with Chromeseekers! After Lake Michigan, Captain Dan and Keygan offers yet another adventure. This time, you can join them on the Big Manistee River. Keygan will run all of September trips and early October. Dan will come down once the Betsie and Lake Mich slows.

Keygan will also be running trips for Dan from April 5 to June 5 as Dan hits the Detroit river.

Depending on where the salmon are in numbers on the manistee, we might suggest fishing the betsie river if we cant offer a great trip on the Big Man.

Rest assir, we will get you on the best fishing possible. The trips are suitable for both beginners and avid anglers, so there’s a fish to be found for everyone.

You’ll be fishing 1 of 2 boats.

One is a 17’ Smokercraft boat that accommodates up to 2 anglers during steelhead and 3 during Salmon. This jet boat is powered by a 40/60 HP Yamaha engine.

Keygans boat is a 16 ft stealthcraft power drifter with a 60/40 jet.

Steelhead fishing gets going sometime in October when we get some rain and cooler temperatures.

Winter can be a great time because the crowds are gone. Don't let the snow or cold stop you because this can be some good fishing for winter-run Steelhead. Due to freezing conditions, we will not run any trips under 30 deg through fishbooker.

Late February the spring run starts to show up and can get good anytime between late February and late April depending on the weather. Available until May.

The captain takes care of your fishing equipment, including lures and gear.

Don’t forget to purchase your fishing license and pack some snacks and drinks for the day.

Come fish with Chromeseekers! After Lake Michigan, Captain Dan and Keygan offers yet another adventure. This time, you can join them on the Big Manistee River. Keygan will run all of September trips and early October. Dan will come down once the Betsie and Lake Mich slows.

Keygan will also be running trips for Dan from April 5 to June 5 as Dan hits the Detroit river.

Depending on where the salmon are in numbers on the manistee, we might suggest fishing the betsie river if we cant offer a great trip on the Big Man.

Rest assir, we will get you on the best fishing possible. The trips are suitable for both beginners and avid anglers, so there’s a fish to be found for everyone.

You’ll be fishing 1 of 2 boats.

One is a 17’ Smokercraft boat that accommodates up to 2 anglers during steelhead and 3 during Salmon. This jet boat is powered by a 40/60 HP Yamaha engine.

Keygans boat is a 16 ft stealthcraft power drifter with a 60/40 jet.

Steelhead fishing gets going sometime in October when we get some rain and cooler temperatures.

Winter can be a great time because the crowds are gone. Don't let the snow or cold stop you because this can be some good fishing for winter-run Steelhead. Due to freezing conditions, we will not run any trips under 30 deg through fishbooker.

Late February the spring run starts to show up and can get good anytime between late February and late April depending on the weather. Available until May.

The captain takes care of your fishing equipment, including lures and gear.

Don’t forget to purchase your fishing license and pack some snacks and drinks for the day.

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Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Rods, reels & tackle
Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Rods, reels & tackle

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
5 Hour – Big Manistee SteelheadAm
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 18 - Mar 30
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour – Big Manistee SteelheadPm
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Nov 18 - Mar 20
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hr steelhead Trip w/co guide
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 19 - May 10
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour – Big Manistee Steelhead Am
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 10 - May 15
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Big Manistee Salmon
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 2:35 PM)
Seasonal trip
Oct 6 - Oct 29
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)
US $425
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip – Summer Max 2Adlts
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 4:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Oct 29
Walleye
Pike (Northern)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
+1
US $450
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip – Big Manistee Salmon
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 1:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Oct 29
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)
US $475
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – Summer 2 person
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Oct 29
Walleye
Pike (Northern)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Bass (Smallmouth)
+1
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – Big Manistee Salmon
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Oct 29
Salmon (Chinook)
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (20)

Reviews (21)

  • James Breaux
    James Breaux
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great guide and an even better time

    4 Hour Trip – Big Manistee Salmon on October 12, 2025 • 2 adults

    Keegan was extremely knowledgeable and put us on the fish! Missed more kings than I could count and still almost caught a 2 man in 4 hours. Keegan shared alot of his knowledge and the trip was worth it just for all the knowledge I gained on fishing in Northern Michigan. Highly recommend!

  • Bruce Mcgathey
    Bruce Mcgathey
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2020
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day with my son

    4 Hour Trip – Big Manistee Salmon on October 3, 2024 • 2 adults

    Our captain was awesome, plenty of instruction and information, but without being overbearing. He was knowledgeable and taught us a lot about river fishing for salmon. He also went out of his way to make sure we landed fish. He used a variety of techniques to put us on the fish. We will be back to go out with the same captain!!!

  • Michael Jacobs
    Michael Jacobs
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    10 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Great day on the water!

    8 Hour Trip – Big Manistee Salmon on October 20, 2024 • 2 adults

    I was very happy with Capt. Dan Stewart and Chromeseekers. Definitely would book with him again. Very knowledgeable, polite, patient and put us on the fish.

  • Trevor Holmes
    Trevor Holmes
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Magical fall fishing

    6 Hour Trip – Salmon (PM) on October 7, 2023 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Wonderful day fishing with my teenage boys. Captain Dan is a real pro. Landed five Coho.

  • Dan Horst
    Dan Horst
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Full day on the Manistee

    8 Hour Trip – Salmon (AM) on October 9, 2021 • 2 adults

    Captain Dan was professional, hardworking, knowledgeable, and most importantly a great guy. He worked all day to keep us on fish and after a ten hour drive to get there he made the trip a memorable one!

  • Michele Marquis
    Michele Marquis
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2020
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day fishing trip

    6 Hour Trip – Big Manistee Salmon on October 17, 2020 • 2 adults

    What a great experience. It was cold. Definitely bring hand and feet warmers. Cool to catch such big fish!

  • Jeff Deehan
    Jeff Deehan
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Trip w dan

    6 Hour Trip (PM) on October 3, 2020 • 2 adults

    Super nice guy, good attitude and got us on fish. What else could you ask for?

  • Michael Townley
    Michael Townley
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2018
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great captain,great Fishing...the very best

    6 Hour Trip – Big Manistee Salmon on October 13, 2020 • 2 adults
  • Oscar Castillo
    Oscar Castillo
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Dan

    6 Hour Trip – Salmon (PM) on October 5, 2024 • 3 adults

    We were new to salmon fishing and the captain was friendly, informative and patient with us. Hooked into many and caught our fill. Would recommend.

  • Ed Roberts
    Ed Roberts
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish On!

    6 Hour Trip – Salmon (PM) on October 14, 2023 • 2 adults

    Our guide Keygan was great. He put us on fish and gave us tips for success. He was adapt at handling the boat and all the gear. Great time. Beautiful day in northern MI!

FAQs about Chromeseekers – Big Manistee River

Chromeseekers – Big Manistee River offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $275 per group, additional US $125 per person after 1 guest - 5 Hour – Big Manistee SteelheadAm (5 hours)
  • US $275 per group, additional US $125 per person after 1 guest - 5 Hour – Big Manistee SteelheadPm (5 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hr steelhead Trip w/co guide (5 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 8 Hour – Big Manistee Steelhead Am (8 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Big Manistee Salmon (4 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Big Manistee Salmon - 2:35 PM (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Summer Max 2Adlts (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Summer Max 2Adlts - 4:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Big Manistee Salmon (6 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Big Manistee Salmon - 1:30 PM (6 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Summer 2 person (8 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Summer 2 person - 2:00 PM (8 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Big Manistee Salmon (8 hours)
Trips booked with Chromeseekers – Big Manistee River include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (No fishing for live bait)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Yes fishing cleaning for tips)
Chromeseekers – Big Manistee River offers the following type of fishing:
  • River fishing (Big nanistee)
Chromeseekers – Big Manistee River offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Chromeseekers – Big Manistee River include:
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Brown Trout
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Walleye

Your operator

Chromeseekers
Chromeseekers
Brethren, Michigan, United States
18 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
136 Customer reviews
Member since May 2020
Captain Dan Stewart has been fishing for as long as he can remember. From SE Michigan to NW Michigan, we have a boat for everything. As a result, he knows all the hiding spots for favorites including Steelhead, Chinook, Coho Salmon and walleye throughout the state of Michigan. He'll easily accommodate both experienced anglers and novices and looks forward to giving his guests a welcome escape to nature. You will have such a great time with Captain Dan that you will be booking other trips the rest of the year around the great state of Michigan. My season starts in the Nw for Steelhead. In Mid April I move to the Detroit River for walleye. In May I move to the St Clair river for walleye. When Lake St Clair heats up I move over there. Around Mid June I end the walleye fishing and move back to the Nw chasing a variety of fish. We fish crystal lake and all other inland lakes near by. We are also fishing Lake Michigan for Salmon and Trout. We follow the salmon up river then back to steelhe
Our Team
Keygan S.
Keygan S.
Staff
Chromeseekers
Chromeseekers
Fully verified
18
reports
136
reviews
2020
member since
Captain Dan Stewart has been fishing for as long as he can remember. From SE Michigan to NW Michigan, we have a boat for everything. As a result, he knows all the hiding spots for favorites including Steelhead, Chinook, Coho Salmon and walleye throughout the state of Michigan. He'll easily accommodate both experienced anglers and novices and looks forward to giving his guests a welcome escape to nature. You will have such a great time with Captain Dan that you will be booking other trips the rest of the year around the great state of Michigan. My season starts in the Nw for Steelhead. In Mid April I move to the Detroit River for walleye. In May I move to the St Clair river for walleye. When Lake St Clair heats up I move over there. Around Mid June I end the walleye fishing and move back to the Nw chasing a variety of fish. We fish crystal lake and all other inland lakes near by. We are also fishing Lake Michigan for Salmon and Trout. We follow the salmon up river then back to steelhe
The crew
Keygan S.
Keygan S.
Staff

The fish you can target

Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Walleye
Walleye
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon

Real catches by this captain

  • Two anglers posing with a successful catch of multiple fish, including a large Salmon, aboard a fishing boat in a scenic river setting.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    James B.
    James B.
    Keegan was extremely knowledgeable and put us on the fish! Missed more kings than I could count and still almost caught a 2 man in 4 hours. Keegan shared alot of his knowledge and the trip was worth it just for all the knowledge I gained on fishing in Northern Michigan. Highly recommend!
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Chinook Salmon while fishing in a scenic river setting during autumn.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Michael J.
    Michael J.
    I was very happy with Capt. Dan Stewart and Chromeseekers. Definitely would book with him again. Very knowledgeable, polite, patient and put us on the fish.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing in a serene river setting during autumn.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Bruce M.
    Bruce M.
    Our captain was awesome, plenty of instruction and information, but without being overbearing. He was knowledgeable and taught us a lot about river fishing for salmon. He also went out of his way to make sure we landed fish. He used a variety of techniques to put us on the fish. We will be back to go out with the same captain!!!
  • A collection of freshly caught Walleye displayed on the ground next to a boat trailer, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Ed R.
    Ed R.
    Our guide Keygan was great. He put us on fish and gave us tips for success. He was adapt at handling the boat and all the gear. Great time. Beautiful day in northern MI!
  • Young angler and adult proudly display a large trout on a small fishing boat surrounded by a wooded river or lake.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Trevor H.
    Trevor H.
    Wonderful day fishing with my teenage boys. Captain Dan is a real pro. Landed five Coho.
  • Angler holding a large muskellunge on a fishing boat, with other boats and anglers visible on the wooded river behind him.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Dan H.
    Dan H.
    Captain Dan was professional, hardworking, knowledgeable, and most importantly a great guy. He worked all day to keep us on fish and after a ten hour drive to get there he made the trip a memorable one!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Northern Pike while fishing in a serene river setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Northern Pike
    The rivers are empty right now...of people. But its still a great time to be fishing. Steelhead, trout, walleye and Pike have been the target species. We start up at the top for steelhead with crawlers. If the skamania steelhead, a summer run, do not start biting we go looking for other species in the deep holes. Crawlers have been the tickets for steelhead and trout. Jigs with an assorment of plastics bounced along the bottom have been key for the pike and walleye. We just got a heavy rain so the fishing should be good this week. Let me know if you want to get out.
  • Family fishing group posing outdoors at night with several freshly caught fish, including a child holding a smaller fish and adults displaying larger catches.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brian A.
    Brian A.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Northern Pike while fishing in a serene freshwater environment.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    Thomas W.
    Thomas W.
    Meet up with Dan this morning. Beautiful day. Dan was great to us too all the fishing holes. Fishing was tough, but we had a great morning. Dan was on top of everything. Already thinking of next trip.
  • Solo angler holding a large salmon aboard an aluminum fishing boat on a misty forested river.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Michele M.
    Michele M.
    What a great experience. It was cold. Definitely bring hand and feet warmers. Cool to catch such big fish!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Speed boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
17 ft
Year built
2007
Boat manufacturer
Smokercraft
Boat type
Jet boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 60HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
No fishing for live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Yes fishing cleaning for tips

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Kids are allowed if they have patience and experience
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Please release Steelhead.

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
 PayPal
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Brethren right now

Brown TroutBrown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)

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