Captain
John Baker

Member since May 2023 North Muskegon, United States
Background
We are a family owned and operated charter service out of Muskegon, fishing on Lake Michigan for Salmon and Trout aboard The Reel Fly! Our state-of-the-art 34‘ Pursuit is equipped with new fishing gear to make the best of your time on the water. The Reel Fly is spacious, with plenty of seating and a large back deck to fight fish. Our customers often give high praise to Captain John, not only because of his knowledge but also the camaraderie and fun during the journey. Are you ready for the experience of a lifetime? Join us!

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North Muskegon, United States
Background
We are a family owned and operated charter service out of Muskegon, fishing on Lake Michigan for Salmon and Trout aboard The Reel Fly! Our state-of-the-art 34‘ Pursuit is equipped with new fishing gear to make the best of your time on the water. The Reel Fly is spacious, with plenty of seating and a large back deck to fight fish. Our customers often give high praise to Captain John, not only because of his knowledge but also the camaraderie and fun during the journey. Are you ready for the experience of a lifetime? Join us!
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(65 reviews)
Angler's choice
North Muskegon
 Last booking: 3 days ago
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Trips from US $300

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 65 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (83)
great time in the water
Great time!
Enjoyable trip.
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Richard B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Family friendly

VERIFIED   4 Hour Weekday Trip (PM) on July 24, 2025
Took my wife, 16 and 10 year old on a 4 hour trip was just the right amount of time. Caught plenty of fish boat was great for...
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Humberto D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall
Captain John Baker great captain he was very informative on any ? I had. My family and I enjoyed the trip with them both his...
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Joey H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time in the water

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on September 7, 2025
My friends and I had a great time fishing this past weekend. The captain was fun and informative. His first mate was very helpful...
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Joe M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Had a great time!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Weekday Trip (PM) on August 28, 2025
Our group of 5 had a great evening with Captain John and Firstmate Chris. They made it very comfortable for us. Great way to...
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Matt C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip catching Kings and Coho.

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on August 13, 2025
My brother in law and our four boys had a great time on the Reel Fly. Captain Johnny proactively reached out to move our trip...
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