El-Lin Sport Fishing Charters
El-Lin Sport Fishing Charters
El-Lin Sport Fishing Charters is all about fishing the stunning waters of Ludington. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Dave knows them forwards and back.
Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lake Trout, Brown Trout, Coho Salmon, and plenty more. You'll target your catch by trolling, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!
You'll be fishing aboard a 28' Cherokee sportfishing boat that holds up to 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. Rods, reels, and tackle are included.
Before coming aboard, it will be necessary 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.
Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. Drinks and snacks can be available for you at an additional cost. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
For more information about fishing with El-lin Sport Fishing Charters, you can send Capt. Dave a message down below.
El-Lin Sport Fishing Charters is all about fishing the stunning waters of Ludington. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Dave knows them forwards and back.
Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lake Trout, Brown Trout, Coho Salmon, and plenty more. You'll target your catch by trolling, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!
You'll be fishing aboard a 28' Cherokee sportfishing boat that holds up to 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. Rods, reels, and tackle are included.
Before coming aboard, it will be necessary 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.
Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. Drinks and snacks can be available for you at an additional cost. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
For more information about fishing with El-lin Sport Fishing Charters, you can send Capt. Dave a message down below.
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Nicholas Rich5.0VerifiedFantastic Trip
6 Hour Trip (AM) on May 23, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childCaptain and captain were dedicated to giving us a fun trip. 12 fish in the boat is a great day any day of the year.. Captain Cale was busting his ass, always looking for a way to improve the odds.. a grasp of technology. Worked hard always changing up what wasn’t working. Great experience for everyone
Stuart SoudersRepeat angler5.0VerifiedAmazing we caught large fish and limited out in two hours!!
6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 22, 2026 • 3 adultsCaught fish fast and furious right from start. At one time had five fish on lines. I’ve been out at ludington four different years and never caught them so fast and of this size.
Greg Crawford5.0VerifiedGreat time
6 Hour Trip (AM) on June 21, 2026 • 5 adults • 2 childrenHad a great captain and mate!! fishing was good. it was a perfect morning on the lake full of laughter and fish!!!!
Ricky DehnerRepeat angler5.0Verifiedgreat trip!
6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 14, 2026 • 2 adultsWe caught some big salmon, and it was a great time!
Steven Philion5.0Verifiedgreat trip
5 Hour Trip (PM) on July 22, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenknowledgeable and great work ethic, experience shows here guys!
Eric Mcclellan5.0VerifiedTrustworthy Capitan
5 Hour Trip (PM) on July 1, 2025 • 2 adultsUpon arrival Capitan Dave let us know that the fishing was slow and gave us the opportunity to cancel. We decided that bad day of fishing was still better than a good day of working and went out. We took an afternoon trip and based on the mornings catches discussed amongst Capitan Dave and other charter capitals we took another route than most. Capitan Dave and crew did everything in their power to get us on the fish. It was admittedly slow at first but the conversation was good and before long we started hitting. Ended up with 10-12 hits and 6 fish in the boat on a day that started with many charters getting nothing. All in all we'll be calling upon Captain Dave again.
Jason Wozniak5.0VerifiedCapt Dave was an excellent captain! Boat was very nice
6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 21, 2024 • 6 adultsCaptain Dave was very knowledgeable when it comes to fishing the Great Lakes. We had a full charter 6 guys, every single guy was able to real in fish today. It’s fishing nothing is guaranteed but Captain Dave was able to find the action. Spent time showing us techniques and tricks of the trade. When the bite slowed down Capt did not he was making adjustments constantly to give us every shot at catching more fish. Our group walked away with 8 large steel head and 12 fish total on the lines. Thanks again and would highly recommend!
Michael Ryan5.0VerifiedAwesome trip with Captain Dave and First Mate Keen!
6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 22, 2025 • 4 adultsMy brother and I took our wives fishing. Everyone had a great time and we caught way more fish than we expected. Dave and Keen were very patient with us and very knowledgeable about salmon fishing which they gladly shared with us.
George Papp5.0VerifiedSilver Fever!
6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 7, 2025 • 6 adultsBooked 3 boats through Captain Dave, all 3 got into fish, with 26 total coho, steelhead and Chinook. They definitely get you on the action!
Mike GalatRepeat angler4.7VerifiedGreat service and knowledgeable of the area
6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 12, 2025 • 6 adultsEasy access out of Ludington marina with knowledge of area and what to do. Made it comfortable to bring in great fish while easy going enough to deal with so younger anglers.
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We went out for a PM charter. Captain Keen behind the wheel. A couple preteen boys who had never been out before and we were still able to go 8 for 13 on a pretty rough night. The captain and first mate was excellent-patient and calm with us and coached us through it. Overall we loved fishing with them and would go again!
Captain and captain were dedicated to giving us a fun trip. 12 fish in the boat is a great day any day of the year.. Captain Cale was busting his ass, always looking for a way to improve the odds.. a grasp of technology. Worked hard always changing up what wasn’t working. Great experience for everyone
thanks for a great time
Caught fish fast and furious right from start. At one time had five fish on lines. I’ve been out at ludington four different years and never caught them so fast and of this size.
thanks Stuart , great day on the Big Pond, hope to see you and John again .
thanks Kelly,
it was a great experience! The captain and mate worked hard to get fish in the boat. We caught a lot of fish and had a great time.
thanks, a great day on the lake, fish we donated the fish to local food bank in Muskegon.
FAQs about El-Lin Sport Fishing Charters
- US $775 per group, additional US $150 per person after 5 guests - 5 Hour Trip (PM) (5 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
- Toilet
- GPS Raymarine axiom pro
- Fishfinder Raymarine axiom pro
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar Raymarine with thermal Flir
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Snacks (If you request I will get it for you - extra cost)
- Drinks (If you request I will get it for you - extra cost)
- First mate
- Lake fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Trolling
- Brown Trout
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon
- Salmon (Coho)
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