CRC River Guide – Big Manistee

Running angling trips out of tippy dam,big manistee river, Brethren mi CRC River Guide – invites you to check out the local fishery in style.

Capt. Eric aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you’re after! Depending on the trip and species, you’ll be using techniques like light tackle, bottom fishing, drift fishing, spinning. You’re looking at 4 to 8 hour trips, where you’ll usually go after the likes of Salmon, Rainbow Trout, depending on the weather and time of year.

Your boat for the day will be a 18’ G3 that fits up to 3 anglers at any one time. The boat comes with a ice box.

All the necessary fishing gear is included in the price of your trip. All that’s up to you is to use it as best you can.

Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time.

You’re welcome to keep all legal species caught during the trip.

The boat will be supplied with snacks, drinks for your pleasure, be sure to let the captain know if you have any questions or want to bring your own.

Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Kids are welcome aboard, so you’re free to make it a family adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with CRC River Guide – Big Manistee.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    Seasonal trip (Fri, Sat)
    US $350
    Float fishing for Michigan’s King Salmon with the option of bait or spinning tackle. A fishing license is not included.
    Targeted fish
    Salmon
    Salmon
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Private trip
    7 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Fri, Sat)
    US $450
    Float fishing for Michigan’s King Salmon with the option of bait or spinning tackle. A fishing license is not included.
    Targeted fish
    Salmon
    Salmon
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

FAQs about CRC River Guide – Big Manistee

CRC River Guide – Big Manistee offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 7 Hour Trip (7 hours)

When you book a trip with CRC River Guide – Big Manistee, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with CRC River Guide – Big Manistee include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks

CRC River Guide – Big Manistee offers the following type of fishing:
  • River Fishing

CRC River Guide – Big Manistee offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with CRC River Guide – Big Manistee include:
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)

Meet the Captain

Eric Mcculloch
Brethren, Michigan, United States
ID & license verified
5 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2022
I started fishing at age 4 and have not lost the love of it yet. I have fished in waters from Michigan all the way south as far as Florida and even a few times in Alaska. CRC fishing guide is named after my grandchildren who I love fishing with and look forward to many more years teaching them the joys of fishing and the love of the great outdoors.

About this listing

Targeted species

Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon

Boat specs

G3 (Jet boat) originally built in 2005. Powered by a 65HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 22 knots.

Length
18 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Must bring your own lifejacket for child under 12
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
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Scott R.
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on September 23, 2023
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CHARLES M.
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Brittany B.
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VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip on October 15, 2022
This was an amazing experience! Eric was great! He was helpful and very knowledgeable. We had the best time! We will definitely...
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Jeffrey G.
Chelsea, MI
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Great trip with captain Eric

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on September 24, 2022
Eric is a helpful and knowledgeable charter captain. He has a good boat and equipment. I would recommend a charter with CRC...
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Josh B.
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VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip on October 14, 2022
Captain Eric was awesome. Great trip
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