Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse City 

5.0/5 (13 reviews)
 Crescent Shores Drive, Traverse City, MI 49685, United States

Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse City 

5.0/5 (13 reviews)
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Crescent Shores Drive
Traverse City, MI, United States
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Book your next trip with Ripple Effect Guide Service and find out what fishing in Traverse City is all about. Capt. Quinn was born and raised in Traverse City. Some may say he was mostly raised on the lakes and rivers surrounding Traverse City though. His intimate knowledge of the area is sure to put you on the best bite possible given that day's conditions.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Walleye, Steelhead, Lake Trout, Bass, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, and whatever else is biting. On the day of your trip, you have the option to used light spinning tackle or Capt. Quinn also offers fly fishing.

Trips with Ripple Effect Guide Service are open to the whole family, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. And, you can't go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty belly!

Your adventure begins aboard a 20' Alumaweld Jet Boat or a 15' Hyde drift boat with space for 2-4
passengers. It comes with all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures.

Capt. Quinn uses the latest and greatest technology such as forward facing sonar and spot locking trolling motors to ensure you the best chance to find the fish and stay on them!

Before coming aboard, you may be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, come aboard with Ripple Effect Guide Service and get hooked!

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Rating

5.0
13 reviews
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Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (8)

A young angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a lake, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
Two young anglers proudly displaying a freshly caught Crappie while enjoying a fishing trip on a calm lake.
An excited angler proudly displaying a large Lake Trout while fishing from a small boat, surrounded by a scenic waterfront.
Two young anglers on a fishing boat, with one proudly displaying a caught fish while the other prepares to cast. The serene lake setting enhances the fishing experience.
A young angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
A group of young anglers relaxing inside a fishing boat at the dock, showcasing a comfortable seating arrangement and fishing gear.
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All reviews (13)

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Jenna Leda
Jenna Leda
5.0
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Amazing time for my guys!
Walleye fishing on Long Lake on August 4, 20253 adults
Captain Quinn is one smart cookie and such a great person! He is knowledgeable and extremely competent and the boys had a great time! My husband, 2 teens and 8 yo went out on Long lake to walleye fish. They caught a lot of fish and at the end of the trip Captain Quinn filleted them for us to take home. This fishing charter is a no brainer. Easy, fun and well worth the $$. Thank u to Captain Quinn for everything! Very pleased and impressed! Can’t wait to do it again! We will be booking Captain Quinn again!
Two young anglers on a fishing boat, with one proudly displaying a caught fish while the other prepares to cast. The serene lake setting enhances the fishing experience.
A young angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
A group of young anglers relaxing inside a fishing boat at the dock, showcasing a comfortable seating arrangement and fishing gear.
A net filled with multiple caught fish, likely Walleye, resting on a boat's surface in a fishing environment.
Reported catch:
Walleye
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Andrew Bono
Andrew Bono
5.0
Verified
New
Amazing outing
Half day trip- Steelhead on April 1, 20262 adults
Captain Quinn was great with my son and I and taught us the ropes and gave us a great outing
Response from Captain
April 6, 2026
Thank you Andrew! Was a blast having you two on the boat!
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Ryan Wickline
Ryan Wickline
5.0
Verified
Pike..Pike..Pike and more Pike
Half Day Trip – Trout on June 18, 20252 adults
My son wanted to caught his first northern pike, I talked to the captain a few days before our trip, and captain Quinn got us on the fish right away. We booked a 5 hour trip and it was the most fun charter I have ever been on. Quinn is a younger guy that connected with my son right away. So that made it really enjoyable.
A young angler proudly displaying a Northern Pike while fishing on a serene lake, with another person visible in the background.
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William Britton
William Britton
5.0
Verified
Outstanding trip
Inland Lake Fishing on August 31, 20252 adults
Quinn is an amazing captain. He is right on the fish. Very knowledgeable about his new technique of fishing. We all had a great time.
A young angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a lake, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
Two young anglers proudly displaying a freshly caught Crappie while enjoying a fishing trip on a calm lake.
Response from Captain
September 26, 2025
thank you for the kind words! Was a pleasure having you guys out on the water.
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Alexander Clark
Alexander Clark
5.0
Verified
great trip
Full Day trip- Steelhead on October 12, 20252 adults
Awesome, captain. the trip was really fun and got us hooked up on fish
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
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Trip availability and prices

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Sunset Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
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May 1 - Nov 1
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Starting time
3 hour trip starts at 6:00 PM
US $299
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Inland Lake Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
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4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
Walleye fishing on Long Lake
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Jun 28
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Starting time
4 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
Half day trip- Steelhead
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - May 1
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5 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $399
Entire boat: 2 people
Half day Jigging on the Bays
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 1
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Starting time
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Trout
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
Seasonal trip
May 3 - Aug 1
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5 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $475
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Trophey Walleye Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
Seasonal trip
Apr 28 - Dec 1
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8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
Trophy Smallmouth Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Jun 28
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Starting time
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip – Trout
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
Seasonal trip
May 3 - Aug 1
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8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $525
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day trip- Steelhead
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - May 1
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8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

5.0
13 reviews
5
11
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (8)

A young angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a lake, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
Two young anglers proudly displaying a freshly caught Crappie while enjoying a fishing trip on a calm lake.
An excited angler proudly displaying a large Lake Trout while fishing from a small boat, surrounded by a scenic waterfront.
Two young anglers on a fishing boat, with one proudly displaying a caught fish while the other prepares to cast. The serene lake setting enhances the fishing experience.
A young angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
A group of young anglers relaxing inside a fishing boat at the dock, showcasing a comfortable seating arrangement and fishing gear.
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All reviews (13)

Filter
Showing 15 of 13 reviews
Jenna Leda
Jenna Leda
5.0
Verified
Amazing time for my guys!
Walleye fishing on Long Lake on August 4, 20253 adults
Captain Quinn is one smart cookie and such a great person! He is knowledgeable and extremely competent and the boys had a great time! My husband, 2 teens and 8 yo went out on Long lake to walleye fish. They caught a lot of fish and at the end of the trip Captain Quinn filleted them for us to take home. This fishing charter is a no brainer. Easy, fun and well worth the $$. Thank u to Captain Quinn for everything! Very pleased and impressed! Can’t wait to do it again! We will be booking Captain Quinn again!
Two young anglers on a fishing boat, with one proudly displaying a caught fish while the other prepares to cast. The serene lake setting enhances the fishing experience.
A young angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
A group of young anglers relaxing inside a fishing boat at the dock, showcasing a comfortable seating arrangement and fishing gear.
A net filled with multiple caught fish, likely Walleye, resting on a boat's surface in a fishing environment.
Reported catch:
Walleye
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Andrew Bono
Andrew Bono
5.0
Verified
New
Amazing outing
Half day trip- Steelhead on April 1, 20262 adults
Captain Quinn was great with my son and I and taught us the ropes and gave us a great outing
Response from Captain
April 6, 2026
Thank you Andrew! Was a blast having you two on the boat!
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Ryan Wickline
Ryan Wickline
5.0
Verified
Pike..Pike..Pike and more Pike
Half Day Trip – Trout on June 18, 20252 adults
My son wanted to caught his first northern pike, I talked to the captain a few days before our trip, and captain Quinn got us on the fish right away. We booked a 5 hour trip and it was the most fun charter I have ever been on. Quinn is a younger guy that connected with my son right away. So that made it really enjoyable.
A young angler proudly displaying a Northern Pike while fishing on a serene lake, with another person visible in the background.
0
William Britton
William Britton
5.0
Verified
Outstanding trip
Inland Lake Fishing on August 31, 20252 adults
Quinn is an amazing captain. He is right on the fish. Very knowledgeable about his new technique of fishing. We all had a great time.
A young angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a lake, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
Two young anglers proudly displaying a freshly caught Crappie while enjoying a fishing trip on a calm lake.
Response from Captain
September 26, 2025
thank you for the kind words! Was a pleasure having you guys out on the water.
0
Alexander Clark
Alexander Clark
5.0
Verified
great trip
Full Day trip- Steelhead on October 12, 20252 adults
Awesome, captain. the trip was really fun and got us hooked up on fish
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
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FAQs about Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse City

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2007
Boat manufacturer
Alumaweld
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Evinrude
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots
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