Hiatus Charters 

5.0/5 (2 reviews)
 400 South Rath Avenue, Ludington, MI 49431, United States

Hiatus Charters 

Ludington, MI, United States
31 ft
6
5.0/5 (2 reviews)

Join us aboard our 31ft Tiara for an action packed day of fishing on beautiful Lake Michigan.  Ludington is the home to some of the best fishing the Great Lakes has to offer.  We have a chance of catching a fish of a lifetime every time we hit the water and we have the unique opportunity to catch multiple species of trout and salmon on any given day.  Our goal is for you to have an enjoyable experience on beautiful Lake Michigan.

Capt. Micah has been fishing the Great Lakes for as long as he can remember and charter fishing out of Ludington for over 20 years.  Capt. Micah takes great pride in sharing what he knows about our fantastic Great Lakes fishery and looks forward to having the opportunity to fish with you.

We fish for King Salmon, Lake Trout, Steelhead, Coho Salmon, and Brown Trout.

If you're traveling with the family you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard!

You'll be fishing from a safe, clean and well equipped 31' Tiara fishing boat that holds up to 6 passengers. Your fishing charter will come with everything you need for a productive day on the water.

Before coming aboard you'll need to buy a Michigan fishing license for everyone in your group age 17 and over. You can purchase a license online or at a sporting goods store like Captain Chucks in Ludington.

Some essentials to bring are multiple layers of clothes, sunglasses, a hat, sunblock (non-spray), and whatever you would like to eat and drink. Alcohol is allowed in moderation but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 20% tip.

Now, time to hit the water with Hiatus Charters!

Join us aboard our 31ft Tiara for an action packed day of fishing on beautiful Lake Michigan.  Ludington is the home to some of the best fishing the Great Lakes has to offer.  We have a chance of catching a fish of a lifetime every time we hit the water and we have the unique opportunity to catch multiple species of trout and salmon on any given day.  Our goal is for you to have an enjoyable experience on beautiful Lake Michigan.

Capt. Micah has been fishing the Great Lakes for as long as he can remember and charter fishing out of Ludington for over 20 years.  Capt. Micah takes great pride in sharing what he knows about our fantastic Great Lakes fishery and looks forward to having the opportunity to fish with you.

We fish for King Salmon, Lake Trout, Steelhead, Coho Salmon, and Brown Trout.

If you're traveling with the family you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard!

You'll be fishing from a safe, clean and well equipped 31' Tiara fishing boat that holds up to 6 passengers. Your fishing charter will come with everything you need for a productive day on the water.

Before coming aboard you'll need to buy a Michigan fishing license for everyone in your group age 17 and over. You can purchase a license online or at a sporting goods store like Captain Chucks in Ludington.

Some essentials to bring are multiple layers of clothes, sunglasses, a hat, sunblock (non-spray), and whatever you would like to eat and drink. Alcohol is allowed in moderation but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 20% tip.

Now, time to hit the water with Hiatus Charters!

Micah Schmidt
Captain
Micah Schmidt
21 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $900
Entire boat: up to 5 people
5 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $900
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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5.0
2 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Josh Cook
Josh Cook
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2022
5.0
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New
Had an awesome time!
5 Hour Trip on July 30, 20262 adults2 children

We went out with Captain Micah for an evening trip. We ended up going 7 for 12 and had an awesome time. We will definitely be going out again with Hiatus Charters!

Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Mark Chernoby
Mark Chernoby
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Afternoon in August
5 Hour Trip on August 4, 20264 adults

Captain and first mate worked hard to get fish in the boat. Well oiled crew. We did as good or better than other boats.

Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon

FAQs about Hiatus Charters

Hiatus Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 5 guests - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 5 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Hiatus Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet We have a clean and private head on the boat.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Radar
Trips booked with Hiatus Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (The 1st mate and Captain will fillet, rinse and bag your fish after returning to the Marina. There is a board to hang your catch and get a photo before your fish are cleaned.)
  • First mate (We almost always have a 1st mate on board and a 15%-20% tip is greatly appreciated.)
Hiatus Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We usually fish within 10 miles of our harbor. If the fish are biting further away we will make the run to the best bite.)
Hiatus Charters offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Hiatus Charters include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Micah Schmidt
Micah Schmidt
Micah Schmidt

Ludington, Michigan, United States

ID & license verified
2 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2022

With over 21 years of experience, Capt. Micah ensures every angler enjoys a successful and safe trip with Hiatus Charters. Join them on a thrilling fishing trip where you might reel in Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon and Rainbow Trout (Steelhead). The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

ID & license verified
2 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2022

With over 21 years of experience, Capt. Micah ensures every angler enjoys a successful and safe trip with Hiatus Charters. Join them on a thrilling fishing trip where you might reel in Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon and Rainbow Trout (Steelhead). The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

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

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
31 ft
Year built
1993
Boat manufacturer
Tiara Yachts
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Mercruiser
Powered by
2 x 600HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We usually fish within 10 miles of our harbor. If the fish are biting further away we will make the run to the best bite.

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
We have a clean and private head on the boat.
GPS
Fishfinder
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
The 1st mate and Captain will fillet, rinse and bag your fish after returning to the Marina. There is a board to hang your catch and get a photo before your fish are cleaned.
First mate
We almost always have a 1st mate on board and a 15%-20% tip is greatly appreciated.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
We love having children on our boat. Your Captain is also a History Teacher and enjoys having the opportunity to show kids a great time on Lake Michigan while helping them catch some big fish.
No smoking
You keep catch

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

 PayPal

 Checks

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Ludington right now

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

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