Knotty Girl Charter Fishing
Knotty Girl Charter Fishing is located in the Historic Maritime Port of Ludington. From May through October, we fish for salmon and trout species on Lake Michigan. We offer 6 hour morning and afternoon charters, accommodating up to 6 people max. All trips include the use of rods, reels, tackle, lures, as well as your catch properly filleted and bagged for you to take home. We ask you to provide your own food/snacks, beverages, sweatshirt/jacket, valid Michigan fishing license, and a cooler for your catch after cleaning.
The boat, “Knotty Girl III” is a 1993 Tiara 4300 Open. She’s something special and is completely outfitted for what we do. This vessel is powered by a pair of 550 H.P. turbocharged Detroit Diesels and features the latest Raymarine electronics as well as all safety equipment. Knotty Girl III boasts a spacious bathroom and has plenty of cabin room for personal belongings.
Operating with a first mate, we possess a wealth of knowledge. Onboard this vessel the professionalism will not go unnoticed.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (142)
+139Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
99%
Jul 26, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
Awesome crew and boat, fun trip!
Had a great trip with Captain Steve and first mate Brad this past Saturday. They were awesome and worked very hard to get us on fish and try whatever it took to catch some salmon. The boat was incredibly clean and in great shape and you can tell they take pride in their work and their equipment and boat. The weather was good however the previous day it had stormed and so the fish were turned off and not biting very well but Captain Steve and Brad worked very hard and did get us on some fish and we were able to take home some nice fillets including King and Coho and steelhead. Obviously we always hope to catch more but considering all the circumstances, could not have went any better. Highly recommend the Knotty Girl and Captain Steve and Brad for your fishing trip in Ludington.
Had a great trip with Captain Steve and first mate Brad this past Saturday. They were awesome and worked very hard to get us on...
Aug 15, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Early bird always catches the salmon
This was my 2nd trip with Knotty Girl fishing charter. Captain Steve and his first mate Brad, are great guys, and absolutely amazing fishermen. 2 years in row and looking into booking again. Recommend booking the early trip if you can get up and moving, you wont be let down. The monsters always bite in the dark.
This was my 2nd trip with Knotty Girl fishing charter. Captain Steve and his first mate Brad, are great guys, and absolutely...
Aug 11, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
An amazing experience!
My wife was anxious about being on the big lake. My boys had never been salmon fishing before. And it had rained in the morning. The afternoon charter ended up being an absolute delight. Captain Steve and Brad treated my entire family extremely well and we will be definitely back next year!
My wife was anxious about being on the big lake. My boys had never been salmon fishing before. And it had rained in the morning....
Aug 2, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Just absolutely crushed em!
My son and 3 grandsons had an absolute riot fishing! From the moment the lines were in the water it was non stop chaos. Most of the time they were doubled up! Captain and crew were all hands on deck and did a great job!
My son and 3 grandsons had an absolute riot fishing! From the moment the lines were in the water it was non stop chaos. Most...
Jul 28, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
We had to call it a day
Our group of 6 had a great time and caught so much fish we called it early because we had no idea how to transport so many fish back home. Thanks captain and crew for a great time and all the knowledge!
Our group of 6 had a great time and caught so much fish we called it early because we had no idea how to transport so many fish...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (142)
+139Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
99%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Awesome crew and boat, fun trip!
Half Day Trip (PM) on July 26, 2025
Had a great trip with Captain Steve and first mate Brad this past Saturday. They were awesome and worked very hard to get us on fish and try whatever it took to catch some salmon. The boat was incredibly clean and in great shape and you can tell they take pride in their work and their equipment and boat. The weather was good however the previous day it had stormed and so the fish were turned off and not biting very well but Captain Steve and Brad worked very hard and did get us on some fish and we were able to take home some nice fillets including King and Coho and steelhead. Obviously we always hope to catch more but considering all the circumstances, could not have went any better. Highly recommend the Knotty Girl and Captain Steve and Brad for your fishing trip in Ludington.
Had a great trip with Captain Steve and first mate Brad this past Saturday. They were awesome and worked very hard to get us on fish and try whatever it took to catch some salmon. The boat was incredibly clean and in great shape and you can tell they take pride in their work and their equipment and boat. The weather was good however the previous day it had stormed and so the fish were turned off and not biting very well but Captain Steve and Brad worked very hard and did get us on some fish...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Early bird always catches the salmon
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 15, 2025
This was my 2nd trip with Knotty Girl fishing charter. Captain Steve and his first mate Brad, are great guys, and absolutely amazing fishermen. 2 years in row and looking into booking again. Recommend booking the early trip if you can get up and moving, you wont be let down. The monsters always bite in the dark.
This was my 2nd trip with Knotty Girl fishing charter. Captain Steve and his first mate Brad, are great guys, and absolutely amazing fishermen. 2 years in row and looking into booking again. Recommend booking the early trip if you can get up and moving, you wont be let down. The monsters always bite in the dark.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
An amazing experience!
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 11, 2025
My wife was anxious about being on the big lake. My boys had never been salmon fishing before. And it had rained in the morning. The afternoon charter ended up being an absolute delight. Captain Steve and Brad treated my entire family extremely well and we will be definitely back next year!
My wife was anxious about being on the big lake. My boys had never been salmon fishing before. And it had rained in the morning. The afternoon charter ended up being an absolute delight. Captain Steve and Brad treated my entire family extremely well and we will be definitely back next year!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Just absolutely crushed em!
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 2, 2025
My son and 3 grandsons had an absolute riot fishing! From the moment the lines were in the water it was non stop chaos. Most of the time they were doubled up! Captain and crew were all hands on deck and did a great job!
My son and 3 grandsons had an absolute riot fishing! From the moment the lines were in the water it was non stop chaos. Most of the time they were doubled up! Captain and crew were all hands on deck and did a great job!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
We had to call it a day
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 28, 2025
Our group of 6 had a great time and caught so much fish we called it early because we had no idea how to transport so many fish back home. Thanks captain and crew for a great time and all the knowledge!
Our group of 6 had a great time and caught so much fish we called it early because we had no idea how to transport so many fish back home. Thanks captain and crew for a great time and all the knowledge!
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