FishGH – Kingpin 

4.8/5 (115 reviews)
 North Harbor Drive 301, Grand Haven, MI 49417, United States

Kingpin was added to our fleet for the 2024 fishing/tour season. Kingpin is a 30 ft. Grady-White center console and offers a very stable hull design geared toward comfortable fishing and touring. 

There is plenty of seating for everyone and a full-size clean bathroom onboard.

Fishing aboard a luxury center console like Kingpin offers a very unique fishing experience as compared to the typical Great Lakes charter boat. 

Kingpin is the fastest boat in our fleet and offers us the ability to quickly go to where the fish are located and allows more overall range as well as more time spent actually fishing. 

Whether you choose an offshore Salmon fishing charter or an inshore harbor fishing tour Kingpin will not disappoint your crew. Seasoned fishermen will appreciate the more hardcore feel of a center console where you will be close to the action and out in the elements. 

Be prepared to dress for the conditions there are no areas to fully get out of the sun or rain.

FishGH Charters

Charter Operator

FishGH Charters

20 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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1 hr. Trip - River Fishing Cruise
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
1 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
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US $250 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
2 Hour Trip – Harbor Fishing Midday

 In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago

FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
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+7
US $325 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
2 Hour Trip – Harbor Fishing (PM)

 In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago

FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
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+7
US $325 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
2 Hour Trip – Harbor Fishing Sunset
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 PM
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+7
US $325 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hr Trip - Offshore Fishing PM

 In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago

FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 PM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1
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US $475 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Weekday Salmon (AM)

 In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago

FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
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US $675 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Weekend Salmon (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip (Fri, Sat, Sun)
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US $690 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 54 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 115 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (137)

Awesome trip, captain, and first mate!
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

90%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

98%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

89%

Caught fish

86%

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Samantha V.
Samantha V.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome trip, captain, and first mate!

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3 Hr Trip - Offshore Fishing PM on August 15, 2025

We had a blast on the 3 hour offshore trip. The crew was super easy to talk to and get along with. I especially loved how John took the time to explain all the equipment and bait to our 8 year old son and thoroughly answered ALL his questions:) Jordan and John kept us out quite a bit later than planned and got us a second, trophy worthy Coho. Then let my son help reel everything else in when it was time to pack up and head in. It was an awesome time! Thank you!

We had a blast on the 3 hour offshore trip. The crew was super easy to talk to and get along with. I especially loved how John took the time to explain all the equipment and bait to our 8 year old son and thoroughly answered ALL his questions:) Jordan and John kept us out quite a bit later than planned and got us a second, trophy worthy Coho. Then let my son help reel everything else in when it was time to pack up and head in. It was an awesome time! Thank you!  

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 Samantha V. recommends FishGH – Kingpin
FishGH Charters
FishGH Charters (The Charter Operator)
Replied on August 17, 2025
Samantha, Thanks for the great review we appreciate it! Brian

Ashley H.
Ashley H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

We picked a good one!

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3 Hr Trip - Offshore Fishing PM on July 24, 2025

I looked at several charters all over Michigan trying to find one that worked for us, and ended up going with this FishGH 3 hour offshore trip at 5:30pm. It was a surprise for our Boys, Westen (8) and Kensten (6), who love to fish back home in Southern Indiana. I’m glad we only did a 3 hour trip, because our 6 year old was feeling pretty sea sick, but he was a trooper. Fishing started off a little slow, but about an hour into it, we started catching stuff. We ended up with 4 Chinook/King Salmon and 1 Coho Salmon. Westen’s biggest was 18 lbs which was tied for the biggest fish our captain (Jordan) has had anyone catch this year so far. It was also the biggest king salmon our first mate/deck hand (Rex) had ever seen! That fish sure put up a good fight, it kept taking more line out (it was over 400 feet out!) so it took him quite awhile to get it reeled in! Kensten’s biggest was a 15 pounder. They filleted them for us right away and we brought home 24.5 pounds of meat! It was a great experience for us!

I looked at several charters all over Michigan trying to find one that worked for us, and ended up going with this FishGH 3 hour offshore trip at 5:30pm. It was a surprise for our Boys, Westen (8) and Kensten (6), who love to fish back home in Southern Indiana. I’m glad we only did a 3 hour trip, because our 6 year old was feeling pretty sea sick, but he was a trooper. Fishing started off a little slow, but about an hour into it, we started catching stuff. We ended up with 4 Chinook/King...  

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 Ashley H. recommends FishGH – Kingpin
FishGH Charters
FishGH Charters (The Charter Operator)
Replied on July 28, 2025
Ashley, Those are memories your boys will never forget! I’m so glad you chose us to help make that happen. Brian

Tim T.
Tim T.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Kingpin Charter

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip – Weekday Salmon (AM) on July 7, 2025

Having been on several fishing charters on Lake Michigan, I can honestly say, being on the Kingpin with Captain Astro and first mate, Parker, was an excellent choice! The fish were slow, but that crew definitely worked for us. It was my son's first time out salmon fishing. The waves were a bit rough, and my son, well, he received the full "effect." However, he stayed a Trooper and kept with it. After booking, i learned that i needed to change the date by one day. Kingpin, within hours responded and with no hassle, and graciously accepted my new requested date at no charge. Definitely a five star outfit! I would absolutely recommend the Kingpin with Captain Astro and First Mate Parker!

Having been on several fishing charters on Lake Michigan, I can honestly say, being on the Kingpin with Captain Astro and first mate, Parker, was an excellent choice! The fish were slow, but that crew definitely worked for us. It was my son's first time out salmon fishing. The waves were a bit rough, and my son, well, he received the full "effect." However, he stayed a Trooper and kept with it. After booking, i learned that i needed to change the date by one day. Kingpin, within hours responded...  

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 Tim T. recommends FishGH – Kingpin
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FishGH Charters
FishGH Charters (The Charter Operator)
Replied on July 7, 2025
Tim, We really appreciate the great detailed review! Anytime you come back with a catch like that in early July that isn’t a slow day you guys did excellent! Nice work reeling in those big King Salmon. Hopefully we can do it again soon. Thanks, Brian

Steven W.
Steven W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

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Great time for my son's 13th birthday.

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3 Hr Trip - Offshore Fishing PM on June 20, 2025

Originally planned on offshore fishing for salmon and trout. But the waves were a bit much and they weren't biting anyway so the captain still took us out a little bit and let us experience lake Michigan but then did some loops in the harbor so we could actually get on some fish. We ended up catching 5 (3 at the same time once, that was exciting.. lol). The weather was great, the lake was beautiful, we caught some fish. It really was a good time. Definitely going to try to plan another one but this time do it in August (when the Salmon are running really good). Captain and first mate did a good job of giving my son a memorable 13th birthday gift, I am very grateful.

Originally planned on offshore fishing for salmon and trout. But the waves were a bit much and they weren't biting anyway so the captain still took us out a little bit and let us experience lake Michigan but then did some loops in the harbor so we could actually get on some fish. We ended up catching 5 (3 at the same time once, that was exciting.. lol). The weather was great, the lake was beautiful, we caught some fish. It really was a good time. Definitely going to try to plan another one but...  

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 Steven W. recommends FishGH – Kingpin
FishGH Charters
FishGH Charters (The Charter Operator)
Replied on June 22, 2025
Steven, Thanks for the great review and the awesome pictures! I’m glad you had a great time. Brian

Stuart W.
Stuart W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Kudos to the Crew of the Fish GH Kingpin

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3 Hr Trip - Offshore Fishing PM on August 4, 2025

From the entire 5 of our own fishing team, we give an enthusiastic 10 Thumbs Up to the crew of Jordan and Parker! They were incredibly responsive to our needs and supported our efforts to land salmon and trout! Our evening charter did not disappoint with multiple members landing some big ones. We hope to come back to Grand Haven soon to fish again, and definitely would side with the Kingpin once again!

From the entire 5 of our own fishing team, we give an enthusiastic 10 Thumbs Up to the crew of Jordan and Parker! They were incredibly responsive to our needs and supported our efforts to land salmon and trout! Our evening charter did not disappoint with multiple members landing some big ones. We hope to come back to Grand Haven soon to fish again, and definitely would side with the Kingpin once again!  

 Stuart W. recommends FishGH – Kingpin
FishGH Charters
FishGH Charters (The Charter Operator)
Replied on August 8, 2025
Stuart, Thanks for the great informative review! We look forward to having you back again soon. Brian

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FAQs about FishGH – Kingpin

What are the trip rates for FishGH – Kingpin?

FishGH – Kingpin offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $250 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 1 hr. Trip - River Fishing Cruise (1 hour)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Harbor Fishing (PM) (2 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Harbor Fishing Midday (2 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Harbor Fishing Sunset (2 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hr Trip - Offshore Fishing PM (3 hours)
  • US $675 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Weekday Salmon (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $690 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Weekend Salmon (AM) (5 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with FishGH – Kingpin?

When you book a trip with FishGH – Kingpin, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet Full size clean private bathroom on board
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with FishGH – Kingpin?

Trips booked with FishGH – Kingpin include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (You catch will be professionally cleaned and filleted at our on site cleaning facility. We also bag your catch and provide ice if needed for transportation. There is no additional charge for this service.)
  • Drinks (Complimentary cold bottled water)
  • First Mate (Friendly and skilled first mate on board to help fish and provide a safe fun experience for all guests )
What types of fishing does FishGH – Kingpin offer?

FishGH – Kingpin offers the following types of fishing:

  • River Fishing (We troll on Lake Michigan the Grand River and Spring Lake depending on the trip booked and where your captain feels you will have the best results for that day.)
  • Lake Fishing (Lake Michigan and Spring Lake)
  • Inshore Fishing (Dependine on trip booked and time of season)
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Salmon fishing location varies on season)
What fishing techniques does FishGH – Kingpin offer?

FishGH – Kingpin offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling
Which fish species can I catch with FishGH – Kingpin?

Top targeted fish species with FishGH – Kingpin include:

  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Brown Trout
  • Freshwater Drum
  • Lake Trout
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Walleye

Your operator

FishGH Charters

Grand Haven, Michigan, United States

24 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
498 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2018
angler's choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain Brian and Brenden know these waters like the back of their hand and will be happy to show you everything there is to know. Together with his crew, he works tirelessly to make sure his guests have a memorable time aboard.

Our Team
Brian M.

Brian M.

Captain

Brenden M.

Brenden M.

Captain

Astro W.

Astro W.

Captain

Brady B.

Brady B.

Captain

Soren M.

Soren M.

First mate

Brenden H.

Brenden H.

First mate

Parker B.

Parker B.

First mate

John C.

John C.

First mate

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Freshwater Drum
Freshwater Drum
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon
Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Walleye
Walleye

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2007
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Grady-White
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
38 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing

We troll on Lake Michigan the Grand River and Spring Lake depending on the trip booked and where your captain feels you will have the best results for that day.

Lake Fishing

Lake Michigan and Spring Lake

Inshore Fishing

Dependine on trip booked and time of season

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Salmon fishing location varies on season

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

Full size clean private bathroom on board

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Multimedia System

Outriggers

Ice Box

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

You catch will be professionally cleaned and filleted at our on site cleaning facility. We also bag your catch and provide ice if needed for transportation. There is no additional charge for this service.

Drinks

Complimentary cold bottled water

First Mate

Friendly and skilled first mate on board to help fish and provide a safe fun experience for all guests

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child Friendly

We welcome children of all ages and are very thankful to be able to show them all the possibilities outdoor activities can offer.

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

Disabled Accessible

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

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

What’s biting in Grand Haven right now

Brown TroutBrown Trout
Lake TroutLake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)
WalleyeWalleye
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