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Elsie K Charters โ€“ Lake Michigan

Elsie K Charters โ€“ Lake Michigan

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 39 reviews
Manistee  • 28 ft  • 6 persons
11 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $600
Dog Bone Charters

Dog Bone Charters

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 41 reviews
Manistee  • 30 ft  • 6 persons
4 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $600
Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters

Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 16 reviews
Manistee  • 31 ft  • 6 persons
2 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $700
Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters

Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters

Manistee  • 31 ft  • 6 persons
trips from $600
Our Reel Heroes Charters

Our Reel Heroes Charters

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 8 reviews
Manistee  • 31 ft  • 6 persons
trips from $600
Class Act Charters โ€“ Manistee

Class Act Charters โ€“ Manistee

Manistee  • 20 ft  • 4 persons
6 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $450
Keepinโ€™ It Reel Charters โ€“ 20' Boat

Keepinโ€™ It Reel Charters โ€“ 20' Boat

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 1 review
Manistee  • 20 ft  • 3 persons
trips from $450
Keepinโ€™ It Reel Charters

Keepinโ€™ It Reel Charters

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 4 reviews
Manistee  • 27 ft  • 4 persons
1 person is looking at this charter.
trips from $600
If you want to wet a line in Michigan all year round, hop aboard one of the many Manistee fishing charters on offer! This city is located on the western shoreline of mighty Lake Michigan, which has a seasonal fishery, but also provides access to the Manistee River and Manistee Lake, which can be fished year-round. With three fantastic spots to choose from, you’ll be able to fish the “Great Lakes State” your way.
 
Lake Michigan’s fishing season kicks off in spring, when Manistee’s fishing charters get ready to chase huge Brown Trout along the shoreline. Early summer sees feisty Steelhead enter the mix, and the first few Salmon start to show up. Come late summer and fall, the angling action is all about gigantic Chinook Salmon, Cohos, and Lake Trout. You’ll find captains running trips anywhere from a few hours on the water, perfect for beginners, to a full day of chasing trophies. 
 
The Manistee River winds 230 miles through Michigan before emptying into Lake Michigan at Manistee. You couldn’t wish for a better Trout fishery! As well as huge Brown and Rainbow varieties, you’ll also be able to target Chinook and Coho Salmon, as well as Steelhead. The river also flows into Manistee Lake, which is your best bet for Walleye and various Panfish. Again, captains offer trips running from a half day to a full day or longer.
 

Rules & Regulations

Any angler over the age of 16 wishing to cast a line in Manistee will need a valid Michigan fishing license. Some species, such as Salmon and Trout varieties, require an additional Great Lakes stamp. Your local captain will be able to tell you more about this. 
 
Manistee
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January

The temperatures may be seriously low, but head to Manistee in January, and you could be casting a line for Steelhead. Book a local guide and get ready to explore the area’s river systems.

February

You can join a local, experienced angler and get your hands on Steelhead during February. Get your tackle ready, find a suitable guide, and plan your fishing trip!

March

Trollers and pier anglers have the chance to hook some numbers of Brown Trout this time of year. Manistee River has good Steelhead fishing, and Lake Michigan is usually starting to open up. 

April

Head to Manistee's north pier for Perch in the early hours of the morning. Steelhead and Brown Trout can also be caught along the lake, especially when trolling the shoreline. The Manistee River is also plentiful!

May

Bait fish are hanging out in the harbor right now, and so are Salmon. Chinook can be found in 140 to 220 feet of water. Large numbers of Lake Trout are also around. The fishing is really heating up!

June

Fish from a boat, a pier, or from the shore in June, and you'll be rewarded. You'll find anything from gigantic Chinook Salmon, to Coho, to Lake Trout biting. Catch them all if you can!

July

Trolling with spoons and flies from a boat during this time of year is especially productive. Get your hands on Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, and Steelhead. Lake Trout can also be caught in 180 to 300 feet of water. 

August

In August, fish with flies, meat rigs, and plugs for Chinook Salmon and Coho Salmon. Head to Lake Michigan's bustling fishery, or explore the bite in the Manistee River. Salmon will be moving upstream soon. 

September

If you head north of the port, you can explore the waters up to 150-foot deep for Chinook Salmon and Coho Salmon. The Manistee River and Lake Michigan are also bustling with plenty of fishing action. 

October

The rivers hold good numbers of Steelhead and the occasional Brown Trout in October, especially the Manistee River. Head to Lake Michigan before the season closes to target a variety of fish. 

November

The Manistee River holds good numbers of acrobatic Steelhead in November, which you can target if the weather allows. Pier fishing is also strong until the waters start to ice over!

December

The Manistee River is the place to be right now if you feel like fishing for Trout. The locals use jigs tipped with worms. Want to try ice fishing around the harbors? Make sure you step out with a local guide!

Manistee Fishing Calendar

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Half day trip with Captain Brian
Kevin G. fished with Our Reel Heroes Charters on August 21, 2020
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Charter a trip with Our Reel Heroes for a great experience!!
Half day trip with Captain Greg
Tiffany H. fished with Dog Bone Charters on June 26, 2020
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Contact Dog Bone Charter. They are true professionals and want you to catch fish!
Half day trip with Captain Lenny
Gary K. fished with Slipknot Charters on July 25, 2019
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Lake fishing was great, did a river fishing trip, not much fish caught, but scenery was more than great. Would do again.
Hap day trip with captain Lenny
Ilie A. fished with Slipknot Charters on June 24, 2019
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Take your picture camera. If not nobody will believe how big of a fish u catch.
A day worth every penny!
Jim/jan K. fished with Slipknot Charters on May 31, 2019
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Contact Captain Lenny and be ready to be ready to crank away bringing in your own monsters of Lake Michigan. Worth every penny.
Half day evening trip with Capt Freddie B
Donald O. fished with Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters on July 23, 2018
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
It can be quite cold out there even in the middle of summer - like 50F. Dress appropriately.
Full Day Trip with Captain Lenny
Peggy L. fished with Slipknot Charters on April 14, 2018
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
We ended up having to reschedule due to weather. May is a better month if planning on catching Salmon as they are just coming out and weather is a little warmer. Just dress for the weather in layers because you can always shred the layers to stay comfortable.
Afternoon trip with Capt. Lenny
Dennis G. fished with Slipknot Charters on July 21, 2017
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Do your research and book a Charter with an experienced, knowledgeable, Capt. who has lots of good reviews. These are the pros and know where the fish are and how to get them. Bring light jacket as temps on water can be quite cooler than on shore. Although charters can take up to 6 people, 3-4 people is best as you get optimum rotation on the "hot" rods without crowding. Have fun.

FAQs about Fishing Charters in Manistee

According to customer reviews, Elsie K Charters โ€“ Lake Michigan, Dog Bone Charters, and Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters are some of the most popular fishing charters in Manistee, Michigan. Full list of top fishing charters in Manistee.
Elsie K Charters โ€“ Lake Michigan, Dog Bone Charters, and Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters all received great reviews from families who booked fishing trips in Manistee.
The best way to experience fishing in Manistee is to book a private charter with a licensed fishing guide. See the full list of charters available for online booking here: List of fishing charters in Manistee, Michigan.
The top 6 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in Manistee are:
Head to Manistee's north pier for Perch in the early hours of the morning. Steelhead and Brown Trout can also be caught along the lake, especially when trolling the shoreline. The Manistee River is also plentiful! Check availability for local fishing charters in Manistee.

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