Steelhead Nation Outfitters 1 

5.0
(44 reviews)
 North Tippy Dam Road, Brethren, MI 49619, United States–

Steelhead Nation Outfitters 1 

Brethren, MI, United States
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18 ft
3
5.0
(44 reviews)

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If you're here to make the most of fishing on the big Manistee River and the lower Betsie River, look no further than Steelhead Nation Outfitters. Your guide for the day is Captain Anthony, offering years of sportfishing experience.

These waters are home to Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Brown Trout, and more with any luck. You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, 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. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

You'll be dropping lines from a 18' Tracy's Custom jet boat with capacity for 4 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you will need 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.

It's always wise to bring sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Bottled water and Gatorade will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be food and some light snacks for you on board, depending on the trip you choose.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Steelhead Nation Outfitters!

If you're here to make the most of fishing on the big Manistee River and the lower Betsie River, look no further than Steelhead Nation Outfitters. Your guide for the day is Captain Anthony, offering years of sportfishing experience.

These waters are home to Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Brown Trout, and more with any luck. You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, 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. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

You'll be dropping lines from a 18' Tracy's Custom jet boat with capacity for 4 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you will need 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.

It's always wise to bring sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Bottled water and Gatorade will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be food and some light snacks for you on board, depending on the trip you choose.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Steelhead Nation Outfitters!

Anthony Cortis
Captain
Anthony Cortis
16 years of experience
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6 Hour Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Apr 25
Salmon
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Apr 25
Salmon
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Apr 25
Salmon
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $650
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating

5.0
44 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (43)

What anglers say

93%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

All reviews (44)

Frequently mentioned
Showing 1 – 5 of 44 reviews
Donald Hoppe Jr
Donald Hoppe Jr
Repeat angler
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2019
10 trips
5.0
Verified
Limit on the Betsie
6 Hour Trip (AM) on September 8, 2026 • 1 adult

It was my 2nd year fishing with Capt Anthony. I highly recommend him. Hes a true professional at his craft. We fished some fresh runs one day on the Big Man and one day on the Betsie. Both days were quite memorable with a lot of hard fighting action. The Betsie can be a real challenge but Anthony knows the river avoids the timber and gets the Kings in the boat. One hard fighting King took an incredible amount of work to get into the boat. Enjoyed fishing with his dog Waylon. Great time Capt Anthony, look forward to fishing with you again!

Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon
Breston Sowders
Breston Sowders
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Experience of a lifetime!
6 Hour Trip (AM) on October 12, 2026 • 2 adults

First time fishing for salmon we booked a 6hr trip of a lifetime! From the time we left the boat launch we were on fish within minutes! Anthony excelled in every way possible to make sure we were having the opportunity to hook into some fish and man words do not explain the amount of fun we had we hit a 2 man limit in 3 1/2 hours.

Benjamin Loving
Benjamin Loving
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
4.7
Verified
First Michigan Salmon trip father and son
6 Hour Trip (PM) on September 19, 2026 • 2 adults

The whole experience was great. Instruction for location and pick up time from the captian were clear. The boat and tackle were in fine working order. We wxplained this was our first trip and Anthony was more than helpful. I caught my first King Salmon within 10 minutes of arriving to the first hole. My son also hooked but lost his first in 15 minutes. Anthony puts you on the fish. The rest is on you and thw luck of the bite of course. I will say Anthony is fast at rigging tackle and his netting skills are expert. I will book again for steelhead in the early spring.

Paul Walters
Paul Walters
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great fun
6 Hour Trip (AM) on October 27, 2026 • 2 adults

We were on fish immediately. We failed to land any. But my wife had a huge lunker on for sometime. Unfortunately, she tired before the fish did. We will book again. Maybe on the lake next time.

Ric McAllister
Ric McAllister
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome trip!
6 Hour Trip (PM) on October 12, 2026 • 1 adult

Anthony was great! He got us on fish right away and I limited out! He is extremely knowledgeable and personable - the whole experience was perfect!

Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon

FAQs about Steelhead Nation Outfitters 1

Steelhead Nation Outfitters 1 offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Steelhead Nation Outfitters 1, you can expect the following amenity onboard:
  • Fishfinder
Trips booked with Steelhead Nation Outfitters 1 include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (All of the bait is supplied we will mainly be running fish eggs under a bobber. Sometimes artificial just all dependent on the bite and time of year )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No charge for fish cleaning just make sure that you have a big enough cooler with ice! )
  • Snacks (Chips)
  • Drinks (Water and Gatorade)
  • Lunch (I offer steaks, chicken, fish, and sandwiches. Only supplied for 8 hour trips! )
  • Fly fishing equipment
Steelhead Nation Outfitters 1 offers the following type of fishing:
  • River fishing (Big Manistee River and Betsie River )
Steelhead Nation Outfitters 1 offers the following fishing technique:
  • Light tackle
Top targeted fish species with Steelhead Nation Outfitters 1 include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Anthony Cortis
Anthony Cortis
Brethren, Michigan, United States
10 Fishing Reports
56 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2024
I have been a novice steelhead and salmon fisherman for 15 years, I'm 25 years old but don't let my age deter you! I'm incredibly knowledgeable in great lakes fishing and about both rivers listed to fish. I will do my absolute best to make sure you and your group not only get on fish but also have an amazing time doing it!
Anthony Cortis
Anthony Cortis
10
reports
56
reviews
2024
member since
~1h
response
I have been a novice steelhead and salmon fisherman for 15 years, I'm 25 years old but don't let my age deter you! I'm incredibly knowledgeable in great lakes fishing and about both rivers listed to fish. I will do my absolute best to make sure you and your group not only get on fish but also have an amazing time doing it!

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon
Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon
Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon

Real catches by this captain

  • Adult angler holding a large salmon aboard a small boat on a scenic river at sunset.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Ric M.
    Ric M.
    Anthony was great! He got us on fish right away and I limited out! He is extremely knowledgeable and personable - the whole experience was perfect!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large salmon on a small river boat during an autumn freshwater fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Breston S.
    Breston S.
    First time fishing for salmon we booked a 6hr trip of a lifetime! From the time we left the boat launch we were on fish within minutes! Anthony excelled in every way possible to make sure we were having the opportunity to hook into some fish and man words do not explain the amount of fun we had we hit a 2 man limit in 3 1/2 hours.
  • Multiple speckled trout arranged on the non-slip deck of a fishing boat alongside mounted rods and a cooler.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Tonya S.
    Tonya S.
  • Young angler proudly holding a large walleye on a small fishing boat during a river fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Jonathan S.
    Jonathan S.
    our best catch was a 12.5lb salmon. wear layers. the morning was cold and foggy.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Chinook Salmon while fishing on a river, showcasing a successful catch during a scenic autumn day.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Nolan M.
    Nolan M.
    Great captain new the good fishing spots
  • A proud angler and a young fisherman display their impressive catch of a large trout while fishing on a scenic river.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Benjamin L.
    Benjamin L.
    The whole experience was great. Instruction for location and pick up time from the captian were clear. The boat and tackle were in fine working order. We wxplained this was our first trip and Anthony was more than helpful. I caught my first King Salmon within 10 minutes of arriving to the first hole. My son also hooked but lost his first in 15 minutes. Anthony puts you on the fish. The rest is on you and thw luck of the bite of course. I will say Anthony is fast at rigging tackle and his netting skills are expert. I will book again for steelhead in the early spring.
  • Solo angler holding a large salmon while fishing from a small boat on a wooded river.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Dan K.
    Dan K.
  • Angler proudly holding a large spotted freshwater game fish aboard a fishing boat on a scenic wooded river.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Travis C.
    Travis C.
  • Angler proudly holding a large salmon on a fishing boat in a scenic freshwater setting.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    William B.
    William B.
    Awesome first experience chasing great lakes salmon with Captain Anthony. He was quick to show us the technique and start catching fish! His knowledge of the river really showed through and we had a great time.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large trout while fishing on a scenic river, showcasing the thrill of freshwater fishing.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Chris M.
    Chris M.
    First time salmon fishing was a success thanks to our captain Anthony. He was very professional and knowledgeable on fishing in the area. We had a good amount of bites and ended with more than enough fish for the wife and I. Highly recommended.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Speed boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2008
Boat manufacturer
Tracy's Custom Riverboats
Boat type
Jet boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 90HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Which amenities are available onboard

Fishfinder
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
All of the bait is supplied we will mainly be running fish eggs under a bobber. Sometimes artificial just all dependent on the bite and time of year
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No charge for fish cleaning just make sure that you have a big enough cooler with ice!
Snacks
Chips
Drinks
Water and Gatorade
Lunch
I offer steaks, chicken, fish, and sandwiches. Only supplied for 8 hour trips!
Fly fishing equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
kid friendly and very patient, have had many kids on my boat with fair to high success rates!
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

What’s biting in Brethren right now

Brown TroutBrown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)

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