Nolan’s Top Gun Charters
Nolan’s Top Gun Charters has been providing successful sport fishing excursions from the harbor of Port Washington for 17 years. Some of the finest salmon and trout fishing is available just outside the breakwaters of this picturesque harbor. The Lake Michigan fishing experience can be enjoyed by everyone! It’s a great way to spend a day entertaining business associates, relaxing with friends, or treating your family to something special.
Captain Nolan strives to stand out from the rest and to give you the best fishing outing of your lifetime. He is a full-time Captain, meaning he’s on the water 300 days a year. You will always be in pursuit of the hottest bite and will try to put as many fish in the boat as possible! Captain Nolan will make your trip enjoyable, safe, and successful!
You will be cruising Lake Michigan on a 38’ Bertram Sportfishing boat. This type of boat was made for charter fishing and will keep you comfortable and safe in whatever sea condition Lake Michigan offers! Once aboard, you will first notice the large back deck, over 14 feet wide, capable of trolling 20 fishing rods with ease. There will be plenty of room for your group of up to 6 people to all sit out on the deck cheering each other on reeling in fish! The boat features a spacious cabin big enough to keep everyone out of the elements mother nature would throw at you as well. There’s also an ultra-clean private bathroom with a toilet on board and running water.
When it comes to electronics, the boat is equipped with an AM/FM Radio with Bluetooth, VHF radio, a GPS, fish finder, radar, and autopilot!
Once out fishing, you’ll target the strong and powerful King Salmon, Coho Salmon, Lake Trout, Brown Trout, and the high-flying Rainbow Trout (Steelhead).
We supply all the tackle, including rods, reels, lures, and anything else needed for the most successful fishing trip possible. Once the trip is over you can get a group photo of your catch and the captain will clean and bag all the fish.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (44)
+41Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
100%
Sep 16, 2024
4 Hour Evening Salmon Trout
Majestic evening on Lake Michigan and fishing to the limit!
Nolan’s Top Gun Charters had Captain Grant and First Mate Andrew who provided a most pleasurable evening of fishing on a majestic evening on Lake Michigan! The boat and rods and reels were all in great shape and made the fishing very enjoyable. Captain Grant really knew where and how to handle the boat to catch the fish. Beautiful King Salmon and Rainbow Trout were caught that provided a bounty of fillets. Grant and Andrew were not only very personable, but they demonstrated how committed they were to help the customers and working very hard at their craft. It was a joy to have some laughs on the boat, catch some beautiful fish, witness a post card perfect evening on the lake and share some good times with new acquaintances. The experience was therapeutic in such a positive way. A huge thank you to Nolans Top Gun Charters!
Nolan’s Top Gun Charters had Captain Grant and First Mate Andrew who provided a most pleasurable evening of fishing on a majestic...
Jul 13, 2025
5 Hour Trip (PM) Salmon Trout
Good fishing.
I’ll say for my first time doing charter fishing. We caught some pretty good sized fish. We were definitely satisfied with the fish we caught and got to keep. I would definitely come again. Thank you. Nolan’s charter fishing
I’ll say for my first time doing charter fishing. We caught some pretty good sized fish. We were definitely satisfied with the...
Jul 22, 2025
5 Hour Trip (AM) Salmon Trout
Big Fish, Beautiful Day!
Fantastic experience! Beautiful day, water was slightly choppy, however, we had a great catch! Crew was amazingly friendly and welcoming! We will definitely be back with Captain Nolan, Foxy Lady!
Fantastic experience! Beautiful day, water was slightly choppy, however, we had a great catch! Crew was amazingly friendly and...
Jun 9, 2025
6Hr Afternoon Most Popular
Nice team made for a great trip
Captain Grant, First Mate Jake and Top Gun (boat) made for a great trip on Lake Michigan. The fishing was tough but they worked to find us fish. The new fishermen on the boat, including a 12yr old and a 70yr old, were able to feel comfortable immediately despite the weather. The crew was kind, socialable and happy to answer all of our questions.
Captain Grant, First Mate Jake and Top Gun (boat) made for a great trip on Lake Michigan. The fishing was tough but they worked...
Jul 10, 2025
5 Hour Trip (AM) Salmon Trout
Had a fun time
The crew was fabulous. They worked extremely hard to catch fish. We caught 6 fish. Wish we could have done better but that’s fishing. You never know. We booked a five hour trip which broke down to 4 hours of fishing and 1 hour of travel to and from dock. A little disappointing
The crew was fabulous. They worked extremely hard to catch fish. We caught 6 fish. Wish we could have done better but that’s fishing....
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (44)
+41Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Majestic evening on Lake Michigan and fishing to the limit!
4 Hour Evening Salmon Trout on September 16, 2024
Nolan’s Top Gun Charters had Captain Grant and First Mate Andrew who provided a most pleasurable evening of fishing on a majestic evening on Lake Michigan! The boat and rods and reels were all in great shape and made the fishing very enjoyable. Captain Grant really knew where and how to handle the boat to catch the fish. Beautiful King Salmon and Rainbow Trout were caught that provided a bounty of fillets. Grant and Andrew were not only very personable, but they demonstrated how committed they were to help the customers and working very hard at their craft. It was a joy to have some laughs on the boat, catch some beautiful fish, witness a post card perfect evening on the lake and share some good times with new acquaintances. The experience was therapeutic in such a positive way. A huge thank you to Nolans Top Gun Charters!
Nolan’s Top Gun Charters had Captain Grant and First Mate Andrew who provided a most pleasurable evening of fishing on a majestic evening on Lake Michigan! The boat and rods and reels were all in great shape and made the fishing very enjoyable. Captain Grant really knew where and how to handle the boat to catch the fish. Beautiful King Salmon and Rainbow Trout were caught that provided a bounty of fillets. Grant and Andrew were not only very personable, but they demonstrated how committed...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Good fishing.
5 Hour Trip (PM) Salmon Trout on July 13, 2025
I’ll say for my first time doing charter fishing. We caught some pretty good sized fish. We were definitely satisfied with the fish we caught and got to keep. I would definitely come again. Thank you. Nolan’s charter fishing
I’ll say for my first time doing charter fishing. We caught some pretty good sized fish. We were definitely satisfied with the fish we caught and got to keep. I would definitely come again. Thank you. Nolan’s charter fishing
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Big Fish, Beautiful Day!
5 Hour Trip (AM) Salmon Trout on July 22, 2025
Fantastic experience! Beautiful day, water was slightly choppy, however, we had a great catch! Crew was amazingly friendly and welcoming! We will definitely be back with Captain Nolan, Foxy Lady!
Fantastic experience! Beautiful day, water was slightly choppy, however, we had a great catch! Crew was amazingly friendly and welcoming! We will definitely be back with Captain Nolan, Foxy Lady!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Nice team made for a great trip
6Hr Afternoon Most Popular on June 9, 2025
Captain Grant, First Mate Jake and Top Gun (boat) made for a great trip on Lake Michigan. The fishing was tough but they worked to find us fish. The new fishermen on the boat, including a 12yr old and a 70yr old, were able to feel comfortable immediately despite the weather. The crew was kind, socialable and happy to answer all of our questions.
Captain Grant, First Mate Jake and Top Gun (boat) made for a great trip on Lake Michigan. The fishing was tough but they worked to find us fish. The new fishermen on the boat, including a 12yr old and a 70yr old, were able to feel comfortable immediately despite the weather. The crew was kind, socialable and happy to answer all of our questions.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Had a fun time
5 Hour Trip (AM) Salmon Trout on July 10, 2025
The crew was fabulous. They worked extremely hard to catch fish. We caught 6 fish. Wish we could have done better but that’s fishing. You never know. We booked a five hour trip which broke down to 4 hours of fishing and 1 hour of travel to and from dock. A little disappointing
The crew was fabulous. They worked extremely hard to catch fish. We caught 6 fish. Wish we could have done better but that’s fishing. You never know. We booked a five hour trip which broke down to 4 hours of fishing and 1 hour of travel to and from dock. A little disappointing
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