Powderhorn SportfishingÂ
Powderhorn SportfishingÂ
Powderhorn Sportfishing invites you for a great day of fishing and fun on Lake Michigan or Lake Macatawa! Based out of Holland, Michigan, Captain Tim Becker runs exciting freshwater trips for anglers of all skill levels. He’s fished Lake Michigan for over 25 years and knows its productive waterways in and out!
Hop aboard his 30’ Baha Cruiser offshore sport fishing boat, powered by a 395 HP Mercruiser engine. This wide-bodied beauty can comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests. She also features the latest navigational and safety equipment to ensure your trip is successful and safe. What’s more, there’s a spacious stand-up bathroom and a sleeping berth!
Capt. Tim takes you fishing on Lake Michigan for delicious Chinook and Coho Salmon, as well as Lake and Brown Trout. Alternatively, you head to Lake Macatawa to find some tasty Sheepshead on the other end of your line.
Both lakes are well-known freshwater fishing havens and boast productive year-round fisheries! As a result, Capt. Tim takes you fishing throughout the seasons so you can always get your fix of fish.
He provides all the fishing gear you need for a successful day including rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait. He or his first mate will also clean and bag your catch at the end of the trip. All you’ll need to remember to bring is a valid Michigan fishing license and weather-appropriate clothing!
Head out for freshwater fishing at its finest with Powderhorn Sportfishing!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (463)
+460Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Appropriate for children
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
96%
Aug 3, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM) â Lake Michigan
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This was our first time fishing out on big water. We typically just pond fish or off the side of smaller lakes. I booked this trip last minute; saw they had an opening and glad I did! Booking the trip was easy and they have a messaging system which I asked a few questions over and they responded back right away which was great! Our time was scheduled for 4-9p, but when I booked they suggested to leave at 5p (5-10p) instead for a greater chance to hit more fish.. (this shows knowledge and priority of putting customer first) We found the dock easily, met Bill and Dan and they thoughtfully gave us a few minutes to change/use bathroom. They both were helpful, made the time fun and comfortable, and were knowledgeable about any questions we were asking about fish/the boat/other fishing questions, etc. The boat fit me, my boyfriend, and 2 kids comfortably. It was a fun and relaxing ride out a little ways to where we dropped the lines.. we got a few fish right away! They were helpful and gave good instructions made sure everyone knew what to look for and how to reel. They helped us weigh and measure the fish; I enjoyed knowing the details.. all 4 in my group definitely got our personal records. We caught ELEVEN fish; mixture of different types of salmon and trout ranging from 7-16#! They said their average # of fish to catch during a trip is 6 or 7. During the downtime Bill and Dan were still actively looking at their screens to find where the fish were and raising/lowering lines, etc. They worked hard to make sure we would find some good fish.. some fish snuck off the hook, but they said that's normal and it happens sometimes. We got a few fish soon after dropping the lines, but then it was scattered- a little time without some and then we would catch a couple more. Time without fish biting was still enjoyable as we were in a boat out in the excitement of the water and relaxing views. As the sun started going down they were biting a lot and then-JACKPOT!! We had 4 fish hit all within the same minute. It was crazily exciting everyone running to the poles and helping each other reel. After we got back we watched as they showed us how to fillet and they bagged all our fish up; we left w fresh fish for months! An experience my family will always remember. It's an added bonus that they accept Venmo which I ended up using.
This was our first time fishing out on big water. We typically just pond fish or off the side of smaller lakes. I booked this... Â
Captain replied
Jul 27, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM) â Lake Michigan
First time on a CharterâŚ.
We had an absolutely amazing time on our charter fishing trip yesterday! From start to finish, everything was top-notch. Bill & Nate were friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do. They made us feel welcome and comfortable, whether we were seasoned anglers or complete beginners. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and spacious enough for everyone to move around easily. The gear provided was high quality, and the crew gave helpful tips on how to use it effectively. We hit several great spots and caught plenty of fish â more than we expected! What a work out we all had! What really stood out was the personalized attention. Bill and Nate made sure everyone had a chance to reel in a catch, and they were quick to offer assistance whenever needed. They even cleaned and bagged our fish at the end, which was a great bonus. If youâre looking for a fun, memorable, and professionally run fishing trip, I highly recommend this charter. Canât wait to book again!
We had an absolutely amazing time on our charter fishing trip yesterday! From start to finish, everything was top-notch. Bill... Â
Captain replied
Jun 10, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM) â Lake Michigan
Lake Michigan!!!
Unforgettable Fishing Trip on Lake Michigan with Captain Tim and First Mate Bill! If youâre looking for an incredible fishing experience on Lake Michigan, look no further than a trip with Captain Tim and his first mate, Bill. From the moment we stepped aboard, we knew we were in for something special. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and clearly maintained with care and pride. Captain Tim welcomed us with a warm smile and a wealth of local knowledge, while Bill was equally friendly and attentive, making sure everyone felt comfortable and ready for the day ahead. The professionalism and experience of this crew were evident right away. They put us right on the fishâwithin an hour we were reeling in beautiful, hard-fighting salmon one after another. Tim and Bill worked seamlessly together, managing the lines, offering expert guidance, and sharing stories that made the time fly by. Their enthusiasm was contagious, and it was clear they genuinely love what they do. And let me tell youâthe salmon was phenomenal. Not only was the catch impressive, but Tim and Bill also helped clean and pack it so we could take it home fresh. We grilled some that same evening, and it was hands-down some of the best salmon Iâve ever tasted. The flavor, the freshnessâit doesnât get better than this. Beyond the catch, the views of Lake Michigan were stunning, and the calm professionalism of the crew made the entire trip feel smooth, safe, and fun from start to finish. Whether youâre a seasoned angler or a first-timer, youâll be in excellent hands. Captain Tim and First Mate Bill gave us more than just a fishing tripâthey gave us an experience weâll never forget. Highly recommend booking with them. Weâre already planning our next trip!
Unforgettable Fishing Trip on Lake Michigan with Captain Tim and First Mate Bill! If youâre looking for an incredible fishing... Â
Captain replied
May 23, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM) â Lake Michigan
Unforgettable Fishing Experience â Highly Recommended!
I canât say enough good things about our recent trip with Powderhorn. From start to finish, everything about the experience was top-notch. Tim and Bill were a hoot! Incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and passionate about fishing. They knew exactly where to go and how to put us on the fish. We landed a great mix of king salmon, steelhead and lake trout. The boat was clean, comfortable, and fully equipped with high-quality gear. You can tell they take pride in what they do, and it really makes a difference. The crew was friendly, patient, and great at explaining techniquesâeven for those of us who werenât seasoned anglers. By the end of the day, we had a cooler full of fish and even more memories to take home.
I canât say enough good things about our recent trip with Powderhorn. From start to finish, everything about the experience was... Â
Captain replied
Aug 15, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM) â Lake Michigan
Would go again in a heartbeat!!!
This was our first time to do something like this and my husband and I enjoyed every minute. Bill and Rosie made this trip fabulous. We caught Coho, King salmon, and trout. We were super pleased! I have arthritis and so I wasnât able to reel it in myself completely but the crew helped me all along the way. Just the nicest guys ever! We brought home bags and bags of beautiful fish we cannot wait to eat at home!
This was our first time to do something like this and my husband and I enjoyed every minute. Bill and Rosie made this trip fabulous.... Â
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (463)
+460Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Appropriate for children
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
96%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
đjackpot đŁ
Half Day Trip (PM) â Lake Michigan on August 3, 2025
This was our first time fishing out on big water. We typically just pond fish or off the side of smaller lakes. I booked this trip last minute; saw they had an opening and glad I did! Booking the trip was easy and they have a messaging system which I asked a few questions over and they responded back right away which was great! Our time was scheduled for 4-9p, but when I booked they suggested to leave at 5p (5-10p) instead for a greater chance to hit more fish.. (this shows knowledge and priority of putting customer first) We found the dock easily, met Bill and Dan and they thoughtfully gave us a few minutes to change/use bathroom. They both were helpful, made the time fun and comfortable, and were knowledgeable about any questions we were asking about fish/the boat/other fishing questions, etc. The boat fit me, my boyfriend, and 2 kids comfortably. It was a fun and relaxing ride out a little ways to where we dropped the lines.. we got a few fish right away! They were helpful and gave good instructions made sure everyone knew what to look for and how to reel. They helped us weigh and measure the fish; I enjoyed knowing the details.. all 4 in my group definitely got our personal records. We caught ELEVEN fish; mixture of different types of salmon and trout ranging from 7-16#! They said their average # of fish to catch during a trip is 6 or 7. During the downtime Bill and Dan were still actively looking at their screens to find where the fish were and raising/lowering lines, etc. They worked hard to make sure we would find some good fish.. some fish snuck off the hook, but they said that's normal and it happens sometimes. We got a few fish soon after dropping the lines, but then it was scattered- a little time without some and then we would catch a couple more. Time without fish biting was still enjoyable as we were in a boat out in the excitement of the water and relaxing views. As the sun started going down they were biting a lot and then-JACKPOT!! We had 4 fish hit all within the same minute. It was crazily exciting everyone running to the poles and helping each other reel. After we got back we watched as they showed us how to fillet and they bagged all our fish up; we left w fresh fish for months! An experience my family will always remember. It's an added bonus that they accept Venmo which I ended up using.
This was our first time fishing out on big water. We typically just pond fish or off the side of smaller lakes. I booked this trip last minute; saw they had an opening and glad I did! Booking the trip was easy and they have a messaging system which I asked a few questions over and they responded back right away which was great! Our time was scheduled for 4-9p, but when I booked they suggested to leave at 5p (5-10p) instead for a greater chance to hit more fish.. (this shows knowledge and... Â
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
First time on a CharterâŚ.
Half Day Trip (PM) â Lake Michigan on July 27, 2025
We had an absolutely amazing time on our charter fishing trip yesterday! From start to finish, everything was top-notch. Bill & Nate were friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do. They made us feel welcome and comfortable, whether we were seasoned anglers or complete beginners. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and spacious enough for everyone to move around easily. The gear provided was high quality, and the crew gave helpful tips on how to use it effectively. We hit several great spots and caught plenty of fish â more than we expected! What a work out we all had! What really stood out was the personalized attention. Bill and Nate made sure everyone had a chance to reel in a catch, and they were quick to offer assistance whenever needed. They even cleaned and bagged our fish at the end, which was a great bonus. If youâre looking for a fun, memorable, and professionally run fishing trip, I highly recommend this charter. Canât wait to book again!
We had an absolutely amazing time on our charter fishing trip yesterday! From start to finish, everything was top-notch. Bill & Nate were friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do. They made us feel welcome and comfortable, whether we were seasoned anglers or complete beginners. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and spacious enough for everyone to move around easily. The gear provided was high quality, and the crew gave helpful tips on how to use it effectively. We... Â
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Lake Michigan!!!
Half Day Trip (PM) â Lake Michigan on June 10, 2025
Unforgettable Fishing Trip on Lake Michigan with Captain Tim and First Mate Bill! If youâre looking for an incredible fishing experience on Lake Michigan, look no further than a trip with Captain Tim and his first mate, Bill. From the moment we stepped aboard, we knew we were in for something special. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and clearly maintained with care and pride. Captain Tim welcomed us with a warm smile and a wealth of local knowledge, while Bill was equally friendly and attentive, making sure everyone felt comfortable and ready for the day ahead. The professionalism and experience of this crew were evident right away. They put us right on the fishâwithin an hour we were reeling in beautiful, hard-fighting salmon one after another. Tim and Bill worked seamlessly together, managing the lines, offering expert guidance, and sharing stories that made the time fly by. Their enthusiasm was contagious, and it was clear they genuinely love what they do. And let me tell youâthe salmon was phenomenal. Not only was the catch impressive, but Tim and Bill also helped clean and pack it so we could take it home fresh. We grilled some that same evening, and it was hands-down some of the best salmon Iâve ever tasted. The flavor, the freshnessâit doesnât get better than this. Beyond the catch, the views of Lake Michigan were stunning, and the calm professionalism of the crew made the entire trip feel smooth, safe, and fun from start to finish. Whether youâre a seasoned angler or a first-timer, youâll be in excellent hands. Captain Tim and First Mate Bill gave us more than just a fishing tripâthey gave us an experience weâll never forget. Highly recommend booking with them. Weâre already planning our next trip!
Unforgettable Fishing Trip on Lake Michigan with Captain Tim and First Mate Bill! If youâre looking for an incredible fishing experience on Lake Michigan, look no further than a trip with Captain Tim and his first mate, Bill. From the moment we stepped aboard, we knew we were in for something special. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and clearly maintained with care and pride. Captain Tim welcomed us with a warm smile and a wealth of local knowledge, while Bill was equally friendly and attentive,... Â
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Unforgettable Fishing Experience â Highly Recommended!
Half Day Trip (PM) â Lake Michigan on May 23, 2025
I canât say enough good things about our recent trip with Powderhorn. From start to finish, everything about the experience was top-notch. Tim and Bill were a hoot! Incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and passionate about fishing. They knew exactly where to go and how to put us on the fish. We landed a great mix of king salmon, steelhead and lake trout. The boat was clean, comfortable, and fully equipped with high-quality gear. You can tell they take pride in what they do, and it really makes a difference. The crew was friendly, patient, and great at explaining techniquesâeven for those of us who werenât seasoned anglers. By the end of the day, we had a cooler full of fish and even more memories to take home.
I canât say enough good things about our recent trip with Powderhorn. From start to finish, everything about the experience was top-notch. Tim and Bill were a hoot! Incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and passionate about fishing. They knew exactly where to go and how to put us on the fish. We landed a great mix of king salmon, steelhead and lake trout. The boat was clean, comfortable, and fully equipped with high-quality gear. You can tell they take pride in what they do, and it really... Â
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Would go again in a heartbeat!!!
Half Day Trip (PM) â Lake Michigan on August 15, 2025
This was our first time to do something like this and my husband and I enjoyed every minute. Bill and Rosie made this trip fabulous. We caught Coho, King salmon, and trout. We were super pleased! I have arthritis and so I wasnât able to reel it in myself completely but the crew helped me all along the way. Just the nicest guys ever! We brought home bags and bags of beautiful fish we cannot wait to eat at home!
This was our first time to do something like this and my husband and I enjoyed every minute. Bill and Rosie made this trip fabulous. We caught Coho, King salmon, and trout. We were super pleased! I have arthritis and so I wasnât able to reel it in myself completely but the crew helped me all along the way. Just the nicest guys ever! We brought home bags and bags of beautiful fish we cannot wait to eat at home! Â
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