Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig) 

5.0/5 (198 reviews)
 Cedar Street, Elk Rapids, MI 49629, United States

Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig) 

5.0/5 (198 reviews)
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Cedar Street
Elk Rapids, MI, United States

* * We are fishing out of Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor in Elk Rapids for 2025, great fishing and less than 20 minutes away from Traverse City!

Welcome to Pure Angling! We are fortunate to operate our fishing charters here on the beautiful Grand Traverse Bay. The bay is 32 miles long and is separated by an East and West bay with depths up to 620'! With fishing in the bay, we are protected on 3 sides from the wind and have calmer waters compared to most ports

Tactics: Trolling or Jigging/Casting

What is trolling?
Trolling is a relaxed fishing trip where the boat moves at 2-2.5 mph. We set the lines, and you reel in the fish. It’s the most popular choice for families (90% of our charters), offering an easy and fun experience. Typically more action when we troll (more fishing rods out & cover more water)

What is jigging/casting?
On a casting trip (May & June - lake trout/cisco), we'll be near the shoreline casting and retrieving jigs back to the boat. For vertical jigging (July - September, lake trout), we drop a lure straight down into deeper waters (80-120') and move it up and down to attract fish. This trip is for novice to experienced anglers that want to be more hands-on (best for 1-4 people)

When is the best bite?
Lake trout: great all season
Cisco: April - June 15th & October
Salmon: August 15th - September 20th

The boat:
2016 Cobia 28' Center Console with twin 200 HP 4 stroke engines. The boat has all the latest and greatest technologies that help us find and stay on fish. We also have a flushable toilet and sink inside the console

All bait, gear, and fish cleaning is included on every fishing trip

What should you bring? Have a valid Michigan fishing license by the time we meet, snacks, drinks (alcohol permitted, but in moderation), sunglasses, a cooler to take your bagged catch home, and dress in layers as you never know what Michigan weather will bring

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to send a message. We look forward to having you!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 198 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (315)

A great experience of a family
A great experience of a family
A great experience of a family
+312

Angler rating

195
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1
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

99%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

99%

Showing 1 - 5 of 198 reviews
Showing: 5 of 198 reviews
Jue L.
Jue L.
5.0/5

Oct 4, 2025

8 AM - Cisco, Grand Traverse Bay

A great experience of a family

VERIFIED
NEW

We booked this trip in the weekend of 1st Oct. The weather was great. Captain was very friendly and helpful. We had non experience in fishing before. With his help we caught 12 fish including 9 ciscos and 3 trouts. He is also very kind to answer a lot of our questions and share his stories with us. We had a very nice experience and would definitely strong recommend this trip to everyone.

We booked this trip in the weekend of 1st Oct. The weather was great. Captain was very friendly and helpful. We had non experience...  

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 Jue L. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
 Jue L. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)

Jeremy D.
Jeremy D.
5.0/5

Jul 18, 2025

12 PM - Trolling, GT Bay

Ask and you shall receive

VERIFIED

I booked this trip to take my 10 year old nephew fishing. He was visiting from Chicago and had never fished before. We limited out within the first two hours. The boat was amazing, spacious, organized, and even had a nice bathroom. Captain Tyler knew exactly what he was doing. His setup was extraordinary, but he made it look easy. I would highly recommend this charter. My nephew and I both had a blast!!

I booked this trip to take my 10 year old nephew fishing. He was visiting from Chicago and had never fished before. We limited...  

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 Jeremy D. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
1 person finds this review helpful

Charles M.
Charles M.
5.0/5

Jul 1, 2025

12 PM - Trolling, GT Bay

Excellent Adventure! 😀

VERIFIED

2 kids, 4 adults with Captain Tyler on our fantastic fishing adventure!!! We caught SO many great fish and he helped every step of the way. Tyler is friendly, professional and his boat is beautiful! He knew right where to take us. Equipment was excellent and we truly enjoyed ourselves. Thanks Tyler!!

2 kids, 4 adults with Captain Tyler on our fantastic fishing adventure!!! We caught SO many great fish and he helped every step...  

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 Charles M. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
1 person finds this review helpful
 Charles M. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
1 person finds this review helpful

Bret W.
Bret W.
5.0/5

Aug 6, 2025

12 PM - Trolling, GT Bay

Great Fishing Trip

VERIFIED

Maxed out our catch for the day. The boat and equipment was top notch and well maintained. You can tell Tyler really cares about what he does and puts a lot of time and effort into his craft. When I’m back in Michigan I’ll definitely be booking with him.

Maxed out our catch for the day. The boat and equipment was top notch and well maintained. You can tell Tyler really cares about...  

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 Bret W. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
 Bret W. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)

Kristen S.
Kristen S.
5.0/5

Jul 2, 2025

12 PM - Trolling, GT Bay

Great day on the Bay!

VERIFIED

We gave our dad this charter for Father's Day and we all had a blast! We caught a bunch of lake trout and cooking it tonight. We brought our twin three year olds and they were able to sit in the captain's chair while we reeled and they snacked. Thanks Captain Tyler for a fun day!

We gave our dad this charter for Father's Day and we all had a blast! We caught a bunch of lake trout and cooking it tonight....  

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 Kristen S. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
 Kristen S. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)

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8 AM - Cisco, Grand Traverse Bay
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
2 PM - Cisco, Grand Traverse Bay
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 AM - Trolling, GT Bay
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 PM - Trolling, GT Bay
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 PM - Trolling, GT Bay
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Jigging/Casting - Trout & Cisco
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 198 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (315)

A great experience of a family
A great experience of a family
A great experience of a family
+312

Angler rating

195
2
1
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

99%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

99%

Showing 1 - 5 of 198 reviews
Showing: 5 of 198 reviews
Jue L.
Jue L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

A great experience of a family

VERIFIED
NEW

8 AM - Cisco, Grand Traverse Bay on October 4, 2025

We booked this trip in the weekend of 1st Oct. The weather was great. Captain was very friendly and helpful. We had non experience in fishing before. With his help we caught 12 fish including 9 ciscos and 3 trouts. He is also very kind to answer a lot of our questions and share his stories with us. We had a very nice experience and would definitely strong recommend this trip to everyone.

We booked this trip in the weekend of 1st Oct. The weather was great. Captain was very friendly and helpful. We had non experience in fishing before. With his help we caught 12 fish including 9 ciscos and 3 trouts. He is also very kind to answer a lot of our questions and share his stories with us. We had a very nice experience and would definitely strong recommend this trip to everyone.  

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 Jue L. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)

Jeremy D.
Jeremy D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Ask and you shall receive

VERIFIED

12 PM - Trolling, GT Bay on July 18, 2025

I booked this trip to take my 10 year old nephew fishing. He was visiting from Chicago and had never fished before. We limited out within the first two hours. The boat was amazing, spacious, organized, and even had a nice bathroom. Captain Tyler knew exactly what he was doing. His setup was extraordinary, but he made it look easy. I would highly recommend this charter. My nephew and I both had a blast!!

I booked this trip to take my 10 year old nephew fishing. He was visiting from Chicago and had never fished before. We limited out within the first two hours. The boat was amazing, spacious, organized, and even had a nice bathroom. Captain Tyler knew exactly what he was doing. His setup was extraordinary, but he made it look easy. I would highly recommend this charter. My nephew and I both had a blast!!  

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 Jeremy D. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
1 person finds this review helpful

Charles M.
Charles M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Excellent Adventure! 😀

VERIFIED

12 PM - Trolling, GT Bay on July 1, 2025

2 kids, 4 adults with Captain Tyler on our fantastic fishing adventure!!! We caught SO many great fish and he helped every step of the way. Tyler is friendly, professional and his boat is beautiful! He knew right where to take us. Equipment was excellent and we truly enjoyed ourselves. Thanks Tyler!!

2 kids, 4 adults with Captain Tyler on our fantastic fishing adventure!!! We caught SO many great fish and he helped every step of the way. Tyler is friendly, professional and his boat is beautiful! He knew right where to take us. Equipment was excellent and we truly enjoyed ourselves. Thanks Tyler!!  

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 Charles M. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
1 person finds this review helpful

Bret W.
Bret W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Fishing Trip

VERIFIED

12 PM - Trolling, GT Bay on August 6, 2025

Maxed out our catch for the day. The boat and equipment was top notch and well maintained. You can tell Tyler really cares about what he does and puts a lot of time and effort into his craft. When I’m back in Michigan I’ll definitely be booking with him.

Maxed out our catch for the day. The boat and equipment was top notch and well maintained. You can tell Tyler really cares about what he does and puts a lot of time and effort into his craft. When I’m back in Michigan I’ll definitely be booking with him.  

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 Bret W. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)

Kristen S.
Kristen S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day on the Bay!

VERIFIED

12 PM - Trolling, GT Bay on July 2, 2025

We gave our dad this charter for Father's Day and we all had a blast! We caught a bunch of lake trout and cooking it tonight. We brought our twin three year olds and they were able to sit in the captain's chair while we reeled and they snacked. Thanks Captain Tyler for a fun day!

We gave our dad this charter for Father's Day and we all had a blast! We caught a bunch of lake trout and cooking it tonight. We brought our twin three year olds and they were able to sit in the captain's chair while we reeled and they snacked. Thanks Captain Tyler for a fun day!  

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 Kristen S. recommends Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)

FAQs about Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Cobia
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots
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