Steelhead Nation Outfitters 

5.0/5 (23 reviews)
 North Tippy Dam Road, Brethren, MI 49619, United States

Steelhead Nation Outfitters 

Brethren, MI, United States
18 ft
3
5.0/5 (23 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!

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Rating

5.0
23 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Tyson Lahti
Tyson Lahti
Repeat angler
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2020
4 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Salmon trip
6 Hour Trip (PM) on August 31, 20254 adults
Captain Anthony made a great trip for two dads and two teen sons. Captain Anthony was very personable, patient with us learning the rigs, made great efforts toward getting us on fish and was happy when we got some salmon. He knows the Manistee River well and had plenty of good, clean gear for us to use. We would use Captain Anthony again, anytime!
Reported catch:
Salmon
Response from Captain
September 5, 2025
Thank you guys so much for the review, happy you enjoyed your trip and i hope yo see you all again in the future. As always thanks for booking steelhead nation outfitters 🤘🏻
Pat Spayd
Pat Spayd
Repeat angler
us
Greeley, CO, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Above and being
6 Hour Trip (PM) on September 23, 20252 adults
Our fishing trip with Anthony was fantastic, his boat and gear are top notch. He was very dedicated to getting us to where the fish were, he did a very good job of putting us on fish. And once we were fishing he was very attentive to us and instructed us very well on catching fish.
Reported catch:
Salmon
Response from Captain
September 28, 2025
thank you pat!
Don Myers
Don Myers
us
Auburn, IN, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
Steelhead Nation Outfitters took care of me.
6 Hour Trip (AM) on October 1, 20251 adult
Rob helped me to find Kings on the Manistee below Tippy Dam on October 1, 2025. He took the time to explain how to catch these awesome fish. I would recommend him to anyone wanting to get onto fish and have a great day on the water.
Reported catch:
Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Response from Captain
October 14, 2025
thank you for the great review!
Ron Glazier
Ron Glazier
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Good fishing
6 Hour Trip (PM) on September 19, 20252 adults
Captain Anthony, was excellent. He took us away from the over crowded wading fisherman, and into some nice deep holes where the fish were. He knows the river. You won’t go away disappointed.
Response from Captain
September 22, 2025
i appreciate you guys for booking had a great time and im happy you did too!
Christy Twilla
Christy Twilla
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great guide service
6 Hour Trip (AM) on October 7, 20253 adults
Captain Anthony was a great fishing guide! Caught salmon and had a fun time. We will definitely book again in the future!
Reported catch:
Salmon
Response from Captain
October 14, 2025
thank you for the great review, yall were a blast to have on the boat!

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Boat & equipment
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Tyson Lahti
Tyson Lahti
Repeat angler
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2020
4 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Salmon trip
6 Hour Trip (PM) on August 31, 20254 adults
Captain Anthony made a great trip for two dads and two teen sons. Captain Anthony was very personable, patient with us learning the rigs, made great efforts toward getting us on fish and was happy when we got some salmon. He knows the Manistee River well and had plenty of good, clean gear for us to use. We would use Captain Anthony again, anytime!
Reported catch:
Salmon
Response from Captain
September 5, 2025
Thank you guys so much for the review, happy you enjoyed your trip and i hope yo see you all again in the future. As always thanks for booking steelhead nation outfitters 🤘🏻
Pat Spayd
Pat Spayd
Repeat angler
us
Greeley, CO, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Above and being
6 Hour Trip (PM) on September 23, 20252 adults
Our fishing trip with Anthony was fantastic, his boat and gear are top notch. He was very dedicated to getting us to where the fish were, he did a very good job of putting us on fish. And once we were fishing he was very attentive to us and instructed us very well on catching fish.
Reported catch:
Salmon
Response from Captain
September 28, 2025
thank you pat!
Don Myers
Don Myers
us
Auburn, IN, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
Steelhead Nation Outfitters took care of me.
6 Hour Trip (AM) on October 1, 20251 adult
Rob helped me to find Kings on the Manistee below Tippy Dam on October 1, 2025. He took the time to explain how to catch these awesome fish. I would recommend him to anyone wanting to get onto fish and have a great day on the water.
Reported catch:
Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Response from Captain
October 14, 2025
thank you for the great review!
Ron Glazier
Ron Glazier
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Good fishing
6 Hour Trip (PM) on September 19, 20252 adults
Captain Anthony, was excellent. He took us away from the over crowded wading fisherman, and into some nice deep holes where the fish were. He knows the river. You won’t go away disappointed.
Response from Captain
September 22, 2025
i appreciate you guys for booking had a great time and im happy you did too!
Christy Twilla
Christy Twilla
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great guide service
6 Hour Trip (AM) on October 7, 20253 adults
Captain Anthony was a great fishing guide! Caught salmon and had a fun time. We will definitely book again in the future!
Reported catch:
Salmon
Response from Captain
October 14, 2025
thank you for the great review, yall were a blast to have on the boat!

FAQs about Steelhead Nation Outfitters

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What is the boat like?

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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
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