Rack 'em Up Sportfishing Charter 

5.0/5 (12 reviews)
 West Western Avenue 1204, Muskegon, MI 49441, United States

Rack 'em Up Sportfishing Charter 

Muskegon, MI, United States
36 ft
6
5.0/5 (12 reviews)

Hey there! Ready to experience the excitement of fishing on Lake Michigan? Well, look no further than Captain Dan!

You won't believe the incredible game fish you'll find in these waters - we're talking Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lake Trout, and more! With a little luck, you'll reel in a beauty.

And guess what? The whole family is welcome! Bring the kiddos along - don't worry if you don't have a child-sized life vest - just let us know, and we'll make sure to have one ready for you. Oh, and make sure to pack some snacks so nobody gets hangry!

Now, let's talk about the boat. You'll be cruising in style aboard our 36' Tiara Open, which can accommodate up to 6 passengers. Talk about comfort and space! We've even got a toilet on board - convenient, right? Plus, our vessel is wheelchair accessible, making it easy for everyone to join in on the fun.

Captain Dan has you covered when it comes to fishing gear. He'll provide all the rods, reels, and lures you need for a successful day on the water. And to ensure smooth sailing, we've got a fantastic First Mate on board. They work their tails off to make sure your trip is absolutely unforgettable, so it's customary to give them a tip of around 15-20%.

Before we set sail, just a little heads up - you will need to grab yourself a Michigan fishing license. You can find all the information you need online, so no worries there.

Now, let's talk essentials. Remember to bring your sunglasses, non-spray sunscreen, and bottled water. If you want to bring other drinks, go for it! We allow alcohol in moderation, but let's keep the hard liquor and glass bottles at home, okay?

At Rack 'em Up Sport-fishing, we're here to make your day on Lake Michigan an absolute breeze. So come on board, enjoy the stunning scenery, and create memories that will last a lifetime! Can't wait to see you there!

Hey there! Ready to experience the excitement of fishing on Lake Michigan? Well, look no further than Captain Dan!

You won't believe the incredible game fish you'll find in these waters - we're talking Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lake Trout, and more! With a little luck, you'll reel in a beauty.

And guess what? The whole family is welcome! Bring the kiddos along - don't worry if you don't have a child-sized life vest - just let us know, and we'll make sure to have one ready for you. Oh, and make sure to pack some snacks so nobody gets hangry!

Now, let's talk about the boat. You'll be cruising in style aboard our 36' Tiara Open, which can accommodate up to 6 passengers. Talk about comfort and space! We've even got a toilet on board - convenient, right? Plus, our vessel is wheelchair accessible, making it easy for everyone to join in on the fun.

Captain Dan has you covered when it comes to fishing gear. He'll provide all the rods, reels, and lures you need for a successful day on the water. And to ensure smooth sailing, we've got a fantastic First Mate on board. They work their tails off to make sure your trip is absolutely unforgettable, so it's customary to give them a tip of around 15-20%.

Before we set sail, just a little heads up - you will need to grab yourself a Michigan fishing license. You can find all the information you need online, so no worries there.

Now, let's talk essentials. Remember to bring your sunglasses, non-spray sunscreen, and bottled water. If you want to bring other drinks, go for it! We allow alcohol in moderation, but let's keep the hard liquor and glass bottles at home, okay?

At Rack 'em Up Sport-fishing, we're here to make your day on Lake Michigan an absolute breeze. So come on board, enjoy the stunning scenery, and create memories that will last a lifetime! Can't wait to see you there!

Daniel Spoelman
Captain
Daniel Spoelman

Trip availability and prices

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Group Size
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4 hour afternoon salmon charter
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun)
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Freshwater Drum
+2
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 1
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip (PM)
Non-refundable
5 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 1
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

5.0
12 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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K. Erich Laird
K. Erich Laird
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great Way to Spend a Morning
6 Hour Trip (AM) on May 23, 20264 adults

The captain and first mate were excellent when it came to knowledge, professionalism, and ability to help us get our fish on. Through the trip, we caught one fish shy of a limit, and had plenty to bring back with us. We caught mostly salmon (which we were targeting), but we got a trout mixed in there (lucky us!). I would definitely plan on booking again!

Reported catch:
Coho Salmon
Lake Trout
Robert Leipheimer
Robert Leipheimer
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great trip!
5 Hour Trip (PM) on May 23, 20262 adults

Wonderful 1/2 day on the lake, caught some nice Kings. The capt, mate and equipment was all top notch! Would definitely recommend these guys to anyone!

Cassie Williams
Cassie Williams
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Awesome trip!
6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 18, 20254 adults2 children

Wonderful time out on Lake Michigan. We were from Tennessee and Georgia so we had a ball seeing how different the fishing is here. They were able to get us in at a day’s notice as our pre-booked trip was canceled for weather the day before. Recommend this crew!!

Reported catch:
Coho Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Daniel Spoelman
Response from Captain

It was great having you on board!

Paul Kruczkowski
Paul Kruczkowski
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
4.7
Verified
Great Day on the Water
6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 22, 20253 adults

Crew was wonderful and fun to fish with. Beautiful weather, lakes was calm, and we caught fish. Hooked and fought as many as we caught to add to the action. Great day on the water.

Jun Kim
Jun Kim
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
The captain canceled
July 31, 2025
Trip was supposed to happen on July 31, 2025

The charter operation canceled -4 days after the trip date.

FAQs about Rack 'em Up Sportfishing Charter

Rack 'em Up Sportfishing Charter offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 hour afternoon salmon charter (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Rack 'em Up Sportfishing Charter, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Rack 'em Up Sportfishing Charter include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
Rack 'em Up Sportfishing Charter offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (Lake Michigan)
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Rack 'em Up Sportfishing Charter offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Rack 'em Up Sportfishing Charter include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Freshwater Drum
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Daniel Spoelman
Daniel Spoelman
Daniel Spoelman

Muskegon, Michigan, United States

1 Fishing Report
12 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since February 2023

I grew up fishing on Lake Michigan with my father, enjoying our summers as a family chasing salmon up and down the coast love for fishing is something that has always stuck with me, and lead me to start a Charter boat, so that I can share my love for fishing with others. I get just as much joy out of seeing the smile on someone's face when they reel in a fish as I get by reeling one in myself now.

Our Team
Timothy S.

Timothy S.

First mate

1 Fishing Report
12 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since February 2023

I grew up fishing on Lake Michigan with my father, enjoying our summers as a family chasing salmon up and down the coast love for fishing is something that has always stuck with me, and lead me to start a Charter boat, so that I can share my love for fishing with others. I get just as much joy out of seeing the smile on someone's face when they reel in a fish as I get by reeling one in myself now.

Our Team
Timothy S.

Timothy S.

First mate

The fish you can target

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

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
1990
Boat manufacturer
Tiara
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Crusader
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Lake Michigan
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Ice box
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child friendly
You keep catch
Disabled accessible

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

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

What’s biting in Muskegon 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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