Stumpy Fishing Charter LLC 

5.0/5 (1 review)
 Lake Street 47, Manistee, MI 49660, United States

Stumpy Fishing Charter LLC 

Manistee, MI, United States
36 ft
6
5.0/5 (1 review)

If you're ready to try fishing in Manistee, book a trip with Stumpy Fishing Charter. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Micah can tell you all about them.

Lake Trout, Coho Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Chinook Salmon, and more are in the cards if you cast your line at the right time of year. You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, trolling, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Trips with Stumpy Fishing Charter are open to the whole family, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Feel free to bring your own snacks for a boost of energy when needed!

You'll be welcome aboard a 36' Trojan sportfishing vessel with space for 6 passengers. It comes with downriggers, a fighting chair, and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.

You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Don't forget to bring sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Stumpy Fishing Charter.

If you're ready to try fishing in Manistee, book a trip with Stumpy Fishing Charter. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Micah can tell you all about them.

Lake Trout, Coho Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Chinook Salmon, and more are in the cards if you cast your line at the right time of year. You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, trolling, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Trips with Stumpy Fishing Charter are open to the whole family, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Feel free to bring your own snacks for a boost of energy when needed!

You'll be welcome aboard a 36' Trojan sportfishing vessel with space for 6 passengers. It comes with downriggers, a fighting chair, and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.

You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Don't forget to bring sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Stumpy Fishing Charter.

Micah Hutchinson
Captain
Micah Hutchinson
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 5:00 PM)
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)
US $725
Entire boat: 2 people
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Jen Morse
Jen Morse
Member since 2026
5.0
Great Charter
6 Hour Trip on July 3, 2025

We went fishing with Stumpy and crew they were very knowledgeable and we had a great time can't wait to go back next season

Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Coho Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Micah Hutchinson
Response from Captain

Thanks Jen for fishing with us

Dan Guarizo
Dan Guarizo
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
The captain canceled
August 28, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on August 28, 2026

The charter operator canceled 23 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

Kenneth Kleszcz
Kenneth Kleszcz
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
The captain canceled
August 15, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on August 15, 2026

The charter operator canceled 32 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

FAQs about Stumpy Fishing Charter LLC

Stumpy Fishing Charter LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $725 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $725 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip - 5:00 PM (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Stumpy Fishing Charter LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Full Bathroom
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Stumpy Fishing Charter LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Bait included )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We have fishing cleaning station and included in your trip)
  • First mate (License Captain Josh)
Stumpy Fishing Charter LLC offers the following type of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing (Lake Michigan)
Stumpy Fishing Charter LLC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Handline
Top targeted fish species with Stumpy Fishing Charter LLC include:
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Micah Hutchinson
Micah Hutchinson
Micah Hutchinson

Manistee, Michigan, United States

3 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2024

Capt. Micah runs trip out of Manistee aboard a 36ft Cruiser. These waters are known for Chinook, Coho, and Rainbow Trout, and he will show you how to catch them. With 30 plus years of experience, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

3 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2024

Capt. Micah runs trip out of Manistee aboard a 36ft Cruiser. These waters are known for Chinook, Coho, and Rainbow Trout, and he will show you how to catch them. With 30 plus years of experience, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

The fish you can target

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

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
1986
Boat manufacturer
Trojan
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Mercruiser
Powered by
2 x 365HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing
Lake Michigan

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Handline

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Full Bathroom
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Bait included
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We have fishing cleaning station and included in your trip
First mate
License Captain Josh

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 included in price

Transfer from hotels or jetties in Manistee to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
We welcome everyone
You keep catch
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

 PayPal

What’s biting in Manistee right now

Lake TroutLake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)

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