MJ's Sportfishing Charters – Lake Michigan
Spend a day with MJ’s Sportfishing Charters and get bit fishing the clear blue waters of Lake Michigan! Your guide for the day is Captain Mike Jones.
Fishing out of St. Joseph/Benton Harbor we will be targeting Chinook, and Coho Salmon, Steelhead, Lake Trout, and Brown Trout depending on the season and conditions.
Children are welcome and please let us know of any special needs/considerations you may have ahead of time. The Captain and First Mate will do everything they can to make the trip fun for EVERYONE.
Capt. Mike runs a 36’ Motor yacht that can carry up to 6 passengers, complete with small kitchen and bathroom.
Rods, reels, and all tackle will be provided.
A few items to consider bringing include sunblock, sunglasses, hat, Packed lunch, drinks. Pants are recommended in all weather. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but please avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.
There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates work for tips and it’s customary to offer them a 10–20% if you enjoy the trip.
Before coming aboard, you’ll need to buy a Michigan fishing license for everyone in your group. Michigan DNR offers a website where daily licenses may be purchased anytime prior to your trip.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (74)
+71Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
100%
Jul 22, 2025
The captain canceled
The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
Captain replied
Jul 19, 2025
Full Day Trip (AM)
Birthday fun
I chartered the 7 hour morning fishing trip for our family as a birthday present to my husband. We all caught 2 a piece and even though the fishing slowed down the captain kept trying to find them and working his network to attempt to get more fish for us. We left with 4 coho 1 king and 3 trout. We had fun and watching our kids learn to fish from the boat was a blast and the crew were extremely helpful.
I chartered the 7 hour morning fishing trip for our family as a birthday present to my husband. We all caught 2 a piece and even...
Captain replied
Aug 7, 2025
Full Day Trip (AM)
Great captain
We went out on a 7 hour morning charter. You can tell captain spends his days on the water. My son is 7 and it was his first time fishing. The captain didn't care how many fish we loss as long as my son caught one. He put us on fish and often. By the end of the trip we had 16 on the boat. My son is hooked and we will use him again. Highly recommend.
We went out on a 7 hour morning charter. You can tell captain spends his days on the water. My son is 7 and it was his first time...
Captain replied
Aug 6, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
Awesome experience
Captain Mike knew exactly where to find the fish and handled everything. Our group was a mix of elderly and teens so Mike had a heavy lift with helping everyone out. He did so graciously with a smile. We caught more fish than we can eat and had an amazing time.
Captain Mike knew exactly where to find the fish and handled everything. Our group was a mix of elderly and teens so Mike had...
Captain replied
Aug 3, 2025
Full Day Trip (AM)
All around perfection!!
We booked a trip on an extra day for a work trip. We just wanted to get out and catch a few fish. Well we did that and more!!! Caught our limit. The boat was soooo comfortable and clean. Captain Mike runs a great boat and I’ll be a repeat customer each time I am in the area.
We booked a trip on an extra day for a work trip. We just wanted to get out and catch a few fish. Well we did that and more!!!...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (74)
+71Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
100%
The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on July 22, 2025
The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Birthday fun
Full Day Trip (AM) on July 19, 2025
I chartered the 7 hour morning fishing trip for our family as a birthday present to my husband. We all caught 2 a piece and even though the fishing slowed down the captain kept trying to find them and working his network to attempt to get more fish for us. We left with 4 coho 1 king and 3 trout. We had fun and watching our kids learn to fish from the boat was a blast and the crew were extremely helpful.
I chartered the 7 hour morning fishing trip for our family as a birthday present to my husband. We all caught 2 a piece and even though the fishing slowed down the captain kept trying to find them and working his network to attempt to get more fish for us. We left with 4 coho 1 king and 3 trout. We had fun and watching our kids learn to fish from the boat was a blast and the crew were extremely helpful.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great captain
Full Day Trip (AM) on August 7, 2025
We went out on a 7 hour morning charter. You can tell captain spends his days on the water. My son is 7 and it was his first time fishing. The captain didn't care how many fish we loss as long as my son caught one. He put us on fish and often. By the end of the trip we had 16 on the boat. My son is hooked and we will use him again. Highly recommend.
We went out on a 7 hour morning charter. You can tell captain spends his days on the water. My son is 7 and it was his first time fishing. The captain didn't care how many fish we loss as long as my son caught one. He put us on fish and often. By the end of the trip we had 16 on the boat. My son is hooked and we will use him again. Highly recommend.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Awesome experience
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 6, 2025
Captain Mike knew exactly where to find the fish and handled everything. Our group was a mix of elderly and teens so Mike had a heavy lift with helping everyone out. He did so graciously with a smile. We caught more fish than we can eat and had an amazing time.
Captain Mike knew exactly where to find the fish and handled everything. Our group was a mix of elderly and teens so Mike had a heavy lift with helping everyone out. He did so graciously with a smile. We caught more fish than we can eat and had an amazing time.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
All around perfection!!
Full Day Trip (AM) on August 3, 2025
We booked a trip on an extra day for a work trip. We just wanted to get out and catch a few fish. Well we did that and more!!! Caught our limit. The boat was soooo comfortable and clean. Captain Mike runs a great boat and I’ll be a repeat customer each time I am in the area.
We booked a trip on an extra day for a work trip. We just wanted to get out and catch a few fish. Well we did that and more!!! Caught our limit. The boat was soooo comfortable and clean. Captain Mike runs a great boat and I’ll be a repeat customer each time I am in the area.
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