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Powderhorn Sportfishing

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Ottawa Beach Road
Holland MI, United States

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!

  • Live Bait
  • You Keep Catch
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Toilet
  • Child Friendly
  • Rods, reels & tackle

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Lake Michigan
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 25 - Oct 15
    $750
    To get the most out of Lake Michigan fishing, head out on an 7-hour adventure! There's ample time to explore all the best spots and reel in plenty of Lake Trout, Brown Trout, Chinook Salmon, and Coho Salmon. Fish processing and bagging, gear, and bait are all included. Bring along drinks, snacks, and a valid Michigan fishing license before heading out!
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM) – Lake Michigan
    Just booked! Last booked: 5 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 25 - Oct 15
    $600
    Head out for 5 hours of epic Salmon and Trout fishing on Lake Michigan! Hook in delicious Chinook and Coho Salmon or Brown and Lake Trout with gear provided by Capt. Tim. Bring along a valid Michigan fishing license, weather-appropriate clothing, as well as any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy before heading out!
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM) – Lake Michigan
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 25 - Oct 15
    $600
    Are your active hours in the afternoon? No problem! Head out at 2:00 P.M. for 5 hours of Lake Michigan's finest freshwater fishing. You'll chase after Chinook and Coho Salmon and fill the cooler with Lake and Brown Trout. Capt. Tim provides all the gear you need. All that's left for you to bring is a fishing license, as well as any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Lake Macatawa
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 30
    $400
    Anglers of all skill levels and families with children will all enjoy this 3-hour fishing adventure on Lake Macatawa! You'll target delicious Sheepshead, which stocks these waters in larger numbers. Capt. Tim provides all of the gear everybody on board needs. Just bring drinks, snacks, and a valid Michigan fishing license.
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About the Captain

Tim Becker
Holland, Michigan, United States
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Captain Tim Becker has fished Lake Michigan for over 25 years. He's also the co-owner of Powderhorn Guns and Archery in Holland, MI. He's a fun person who loves to take out families, kids, beginners, and seasoned anglers. No challenge is too great for this knowledgeable and patient captain! Capt. Tim works alongside Captain Matt Doozan, another avid angler, who brings even more to the table (literally)! With these two specialists on board, you're in for a very productive day.

About this listing

Targeted Species

Brown Trout Brown Trout
Freshwater Drum Freshwater Drum
Lake Trout Lake Trout
Salmon (Chinook) Salmon (Chinook)

Salmon (Coho) Salmon (Coho)

Boat Specs

Baha Cruiser (Offshore sport fishing) originally built in 1997. Powered by a 395HP Mercruiser engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots.

Length
30 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of Fishing

Lake Fishing

Fishing Techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed

Trip Includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

Customers can cancel or modify their booking up to 3 days before the trip date free of charge. If the trip is canceled or modified later, or in the event of a no-show, 100% of the deposit will be charged.

Listing Policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Book with 10% deposit
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
Pay remaining balance to captain
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
Checks

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, there is a 3% fee.

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Customer Reviews

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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Catch intended fish
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Nathan B.
Oxford, Michigan
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Full Day with Capt. Matt and Gabe

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip – Lake Michigan on June 2, 2021
First off, what an absolute blast! We have been on over a dozen charters over the past few years all over and without a doubt,...
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Romulus, MI
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Great weather. Good trip.

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) – Lake Michigan on May 30, 2021
Second time out with powderhorn. Like last time the captain and crew were fantastic. The fishing this time around was a little...
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Pinckney, Michigan
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Half day trip with Captain Matt

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) – Lake Michigan on April 2, 2021
Spent 1/2 day AM with Captain Matt and First-Mate Scott. Chilly 1st day to the charter season, but sunny and calm on Lake Michigan....
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Columbus, OH
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Captain Tim and First Mate Scott!!!!!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) – Lake Michigan on October 11, 2020
First of all Scott is the MVP he rigged us up n helped a ton.Captain Tim was a class act one Hell of a guy shoo both of them...
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Syracuse, Indiana
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Exceeded our expectations

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) – Lake Michigan on September 18, 2020
Although I didn’t have capt tim we had his right hand captain Matt D. And boy did he deliver…season is coming to an end...
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FAQs about Powderhorn Sportfishing

Powderhorn Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • $400 per group - Half Day Trip – Lake Macatawa (3 hours)
  • $600 per group, additional $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) – Lake Michigan (5 hours)
  • $600 per group, additional $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) – Lake Michigan (5 hours)
  • $750 per group, additional $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip – Lake Michigan (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Powderhorn Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
Trips booked with Powderhorn Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
Powderhorn Sportfishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Michigan and Macatawa)
Powderhorn Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Powderhorn Sportfishing include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Freshwater Drum
  • Lake Trout
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)