Steelhead Nation Outfitters 1 

4.9
(26 reviews)
 North Tippy Dam Road, Brethren, MI 49619, United States

Steelhead Nation Outfitters 1 

Brethren, MI, United States
18 ft
3
4.9
(26 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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Trip availability and prices

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6 Hour Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 2 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)
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
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
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
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
There are 11 people looking at this charter.

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Rating

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

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Chris Martin
Chris Martin
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
First Time Success
6 Hour Trip (AM) on September 4, 20262 adults

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.

Reported catch:
Salmon
Dan Montes
Dan Montes
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Incredible Trip
6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 5, 20263 adults

Captain Anthony was great to work with. He and his first mate put us right on the fish and it was non-stop CATCHING until we hit our limits. What an incredible morning of “catching” and is a trip i’ll never forget. We look forward to coming back again and again, for years to come!

Reported catch:
Salmon
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Coho Salmon
Pat Spayd
Pat Spayd
Repeat angler
us
Greeley, CO, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
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
Anthony Cortis
Response from Captain

thank you pat!

Don Myers
Don Myers
us
Auburn, IN, US
Member since 2025
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
Anthony Cortis
Response from Captain

thank you for the great review!

Scott Libka
Scott Libka
Repeat angler
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
4.0
Verified
New
good day of fishing
6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 28, 20263 adults

we landed 1 out of 3 king salmon. lots of trees down from flooding in the river. Captain was really knew the area and, put us on the fish. Grandson had great time, we'll be back again for sure!

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
38 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
38
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

  • First Time Success
    Chris M.
    Chris M.
  • good day of fishing
    Scott L.
    Scott L.
  • Incredible Trip
    Dan M.
    Dan M.
  • Steelhead Nation Outfitters took care of me.
    Don M.
    Don M.
  • Anthony rules
    Adam A.
    Adam A.
  • Salmon trip
    Tyson L.
    Tyson L.
  • Big Manistee with Steelhead nation and River chasers
    William T.
    William T.
  • Couldn’t ask for a better trip!
    Payton W.
    Payton W.
  • Steelhead adventure
    Stephanie H.
    Stephanie H.
  • Awesome Trip. James was great with kids
    Casey B.
    Casey B.

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

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Big Manistee River and Betsie River

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.

More details

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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