Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC
Hook Into the Great Lakes Adventure of a Lifetime!
40+ Years of Fishing Experience. Trophy Fish. Unforgettable Memories!
Get ready for an incredible day on the water with Captain Scott McDaid of Reel Tales Charters! With over 40 years of experience, Captain Scott knows the waters of Glen Arbor and specializes in putting you on Salmon, Lake Trout, Steelhead, and Brown Trout. Get ready to feel the excitement of the bite and the thrill of the fight!
The True Glen Arbor Charter!
We don't just advertise Glen Arbor—we leave from Glen Arbor! Reel Tales Charters is the only charter listed here that actually departs from Glen Arbor and cleans and bags your catch right here in town. Other charters may advertise Glen Arbor but launch from another port. Know before you book and make sure you're getting the experience you expect!
Your Adventure. Your Captain. Your Catch!
Great family activity! From first-time anglers to seasoned fishermen, Captain Scott will guide you every step of the way. No experience necessary—just bring your sense of adventure!
Reel Tales Charters is U.S. Coast Guard licensed and insured. You'll fish aboard a 28' Grady-White Sailfish, MDNR inspected and built for the Great Lakes. Enjoy a comfortable ride while Captain Scott puts his experience to work helping you land the fish of a lifetime!
We Bring the Gear. You Bring the Excitement!
We provide tackle, fish cleaning and bagging, hands-on instruction, and plenty of fun!
Just bring: Sunglasses, sunscreen, soft-soled shoes, a jacket, camera, and your favorite food and beverages. Anyone 17 and older will also need to have a fishing license.
We're passionate about making your Northern Michigan vacation unforgettable. We're here to deliver an experience you'll be talking about long after you're back on shore!
Book your Glen Arbor fishing adventure with Reel Tales Charters—and let's make some Reel Tales!
Hook Into the Great Lakes Adventure of a Lifetime!
40+ Years of Fishing Experience. Trophy Fish. Unforgettable Memories!
Get ready for an incredible day on the water with Captain Scott McDaid of Reel Tales Charters! With over 40 years of experience, Captain Scott knows the waters of Glen Arbor and specializes in putting you on Salmon, Lake Trout, Steelhead, and Brown Trout. Get ready to feel the excitement of the bite and the thrill of the fight!
The True Glen Arbor Charter!
We don't just advertise Glen Arbor—we leave from Glen Arbor! Reel Tales Charters is the only charter listed here that actually departs from Glen Arbor and cleans and bags your catch right here in town. Other charters may advertise Glen Arbor but launch from another port. Know before you book and make sure you're getting the experience you expect!
Your Adventure. Your Captain. Your Catch!
Great family activity! From first-time anglers to seasoned fishermen, Captain Scott will guide you every step of the way. No experience necessary—just bring your sense of adventure!
Reel Tales Charters is U.S. Coast Guard licensed and insured. You'll fish aboard a 28' Grady-White Sailfish, MDNR inspected and built for the Great Lakes. Enjoy a comfortable ride while Captain Scott puts his experience to work helping you land the fish of a lifetime!
We Bring the Gear. You Bring the Excitement!
We provide tackle, fish cleaning and bagging, hands-on instruction, and plenty of fun!
Just bring: Sunglasses, sunscreen, soft-soled shoes, a jacket, camera, and your favorite food and beverages. Anyone 17 and older will also need to have a fishing license.
We're passionate about making your Northern Michigan vacation unforgettable. We're here to deliver an experience you'll be talking about long after you're back on shore!
Book your Glen Arbor fishing adventure with Reel Tales Charters—and let's make some Reel Tales!
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Erin Pokorny5.0VerifiedAmazing fishing experience!
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 27, 2026 • 2 adultsWhat an amazing day! It could not have been a better experience. Scott is a true professional and a great captain. I would highly recommend Scott and Reel Tails if you’re looking for an entertaining and highly successful outing. We cannot wait to go again when we get the chance. Thank you Scott and Reel Tails Darren and Erin Pokorny
Elliott Eschmann5.0VerifiedOne of our best Trips yet!
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 11, 2026 • 2 adultshave done a lot of differnt charters in different states for several different species and im gonna remever this trip with captain Scott as one of my favorites. had an awesome day my wife and I both got our bag limit headed home with a cooler FULL and i mean FULL of meat.
Samantha WilhelmRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat trip, great Captain!
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 15, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 childrenWe chose the afternoon trip and caught quite a few nice lake trout!
Eric WrightRepeat angler5.0VerifiedCaptain Scott was great.
Half Day Trip (PM) on July 1, 2025 • 4 adultsWe got on fish right away and at a great afternoon of fishing.
Marty Bugbee5.0VerifiedWhat an amazing experience.
Half Day Trip (PM) on July 24, 2026 • 4 adultsCapt Scott was conscientious and professional. He was flexible with the scedue allowing us to maximize our family vacation time. He ws passionate about fishing and found a great spot for us to land several huge lake Trout. He arranged for their cleaning and pointed us to a local restaurant who prepared a feast for us of our fresh catch. We will be back.
Tyler Hudson5.0VerifiedCaught our limit and the boys haven't stopped talking about it.
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 14, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 childrenI brought my two sons (6 and 8) and we caught our limit of Lake Trout within a handful of hours. Captain Scott was great with the kids - they loved him and the time we spent on the boat. I wholeheartedly recommend! We will be back!
Lisa Mitchell5.0VerifiedFish Fry tonight!
Half Day Trip (PM) on July 15, 2026 • 4 adultsSeven lake trout, comfortable boat ride, and alot of action! Captain Scott worked hard to make this a very enjoyable experience!
Rodger CottrellRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat trip, lots of fish!!
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 24, 2026 • 4 adultsMe and my family had a great afternoon with Capt Scott. We each caught our limit and the cooler was full Highly recommended!!!!
Michael Rowan5.0VerifiedGreat Trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 24, 2026 • 2 adultsCapt. Scott was A+!!! Not to mention the borderline State record Steelhead!
janice Maynard5.0VerifiedFishing with Scott
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 16, 2026 • 4 adults
FAQs about Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC
- US $700 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
- US $700 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
- US $1,300 per group - Full Day Trip (9 hours)
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- Fishfinder
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Free of charge as part of the charter.)
- Lake fishing
- Trolling
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
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