MJ's Sportfishing Charters – Lake Michigan 

5.0/5 (71 reviews)
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 285 Anchors Court, St. Joseph, MI 49085, United States

MJ's Sportfishing Charters – Lake Michigan 

St. Joseph, MI, United States
36 ft
6
5.0/5 (71 reviews)

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.

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.

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Customer reviews

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (91)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (71)

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Showing 15 of 71 reviews
Jon McCoy
Jon McCoy
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Exceptional fishing experience
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 6, 20266 adults

Captain Mike is a true professional and showed us (all amateur fishers) an awesome experience on the lake. We ended up departing at a different time than scheduled at his suggestion and caught a ton of coho salmon as a result. We all really trust his insight and had a great time, he's a fun person to be around. Thank you!

Reported catch:
Coho Salmon
Response from Captain

Thanks Jon. Hope to see you guys again.

Shawn Low
Shawn Low
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Trip the boys and I will never forget
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 1, 20263 adults3 children

The lake was calm, the captain was wonderful and explained everything we were doing in details we could all understand. Also the fish cooperated! We will be back soon. Great trip for this Grandpa, son in laws, and grandsons

Reported catch:
Coho Salmon
Response from Captain

Thank you Shawn! Hope to see yoy again.

Karen Bohn
Karen Bohn
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Captain Mikes only focus was to put on the fish and show us a good time. We limited out in fantastic time keeping the whole time out in anticipation for the next to hit.
Full Day Trip (AM) on June 7, 20263 adults

Boat was well equipped. Captain and Mate were highly functional and welcoming. Put us on the fish, cleaned fish well. I have no regrets and look forward to the chance to go out with them again.

Response from Captain

Thank you karen. You guys were a lot of fun. Hope to see you again.

Patrick Tilman
Patrick Tilman
us
Idaho, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
New
May fishing trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on May 27, 20262 adults

Mike put us on fish almost immediately. we had a ball and caught our limit. I even caught a 29.5" Coho to qualify for a master Angler certificate. I highly recommend Mike and His crew.

Response from Captain

Thank you Patrick. Hopefully next time we can get you on kings.

Terry Witty
Terry Witty
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Loads of fun!
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 19, 20264 adults

Fishing was a bit slow but Captain Mike worked hard to put us on the fish. From lake trout to coho salmon, everyone caught fish. Cant wsit to book another trip!

Response from Captain

Thank you Terry. You guys were great.

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (PM)
5 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
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Apr 1 - Sep 15
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US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip (AM)
7 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
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Apr 1 - Sep 30
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US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
There are 31 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (91)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (71)

Frequently mentioned
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Showing 15 of 71 reviews
Jon McCoy
Jon McCoy
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Exceptional fishing experience
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 6, 20266 adults

Captain Mike is a true professional and showed us (all amateur fishers) an awesome experience on the lake. We ended up departing at a different time than scheduled at his suggestion and caught a ton of coho salmon as a result. We all really trust his insight and had a great time, he's a fun person to be around. Thank you!

Reported catch:
Coho Salmon
Response from Captain

Thanks Jon. Hope to see you guys again.

Shawn Low
Shawn Low
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Trip the boys and I will never forget
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 1, 20263 adults3 children

The lake was calm, the captain was wonderful and explained everything we were doing in details we could all understand. Also the fish cooperated! We will be back soon. Great trip for this Grandpa, son in laws, and grandsons

Reported catch:
Coho Salmon
Response from Captain

Thank you Shawn! Hope to see yoy again.

Karen Bohn
Karen Bohn
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Captain Mikes only focus was to put on the fish and show us a good time. We limited out in fantastic time keeping the whole time out in anticipation for the next to hit.
Full Day Trip (AM) on June 7, 20263 adults

Boat was well equipped. Captain and Mate were highly functional and welcoming. Put us on the fish, cleaned fish well. I have no regrets and look forward to the chance to go out with them again.

Response from Captain

Thank you karen. You guys were a lot of fun. Hope to see you again.

Patrick Tilman
Patrick Tilman
us
Idaho, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
New
May fishing trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on May 27, 20262 adults

Mike put us on fish almost immediately. we had a ball and caught our limit. I even caught a 29.5" Coho to qualify for a master Angler certificate. I highly recommend Mike and His crew.

Response from Captain

Thank you Patrick. Hopefully next time we can get you on kings.

Terry Witty
Terry Witty
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Loads of fun!
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 19, 20264 adults

Fishing was a bit slow but Captain Mike worked hard to put us on the fish. From lake trout to coho salmon, everyone caught fish. Cant wsit to book another trip!

Response from Captain

Thank you Terry. You guys were great.

FAQs about MJ's Sportfishing Charters – Lake Michigan

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
1988
Boat manufacturer
Trojan
Boat type
Motor yacht
Engine model
Crusader
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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