Captain
Ben Johnson

Member since June 2023 Superior, United States
Background
I moved to Duluth in 2005 and soon fell in love with fishing Lake Superior. In June of 2022, I purchased my 34' Silverton and began working toward starting my own Fishing Charter. We are very excited to begin a new season in 2024!
Techniques
Spring usually starts with fishing surface or near the surface with planer boards. As the water warms, we begin running a little deeper, often with dipsy divers and lead core. Later in the season, we transition to downriggers.

Hey, I'm Captain Ben Johnson

Superior, United States
Background
I moved to Duluth in 2005 and soon fell in love with fishing Lake Superior. In June of 2022, I purchased my 34' Silverton and began working toward starting my own Fishing Charter. We are very excited to begin a new season in 2024!
Techniques
Spring usually starts with fishing surface or near the surface with planer boards. As the water warms, we begin running a little deeper, often with dipsy divers and lead core. Later in the season, we transition to downriggers.
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Reviews
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Fishing Reports
Our Team
Connar A.
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My Charter Listing

North Pier Charters

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(31 reviews)
Superior
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Trips from US $525

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 31 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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The best boat, great crew!
Caught a HUGE lake trout!
Caught a HUGE lake trout!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
83%
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Everet S.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Good
3.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 6, 2025
Had a good day even though the weather didnโ€™t cooperate. But they made the best of it
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Eric F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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No pressure.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 8, 2024
I told captain Ben and his mate Connor there was no pressure at all it as the trip was just part of a graduation present and...
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Julie K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

What a fun trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on September 1, 2024
Captain Ben and his first mate were an awesome team! We didnโ€™t catch any fish but not for the lack of trying! It just wasnโ€™t...
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Brian B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great charter!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 7, 2024
ive used several others charters off Barkers island and none compared to this one. Really nice boat to fish off, no issues...
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Shannon S.
Golden Valley, MN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Such a great time!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on September 2, 2023
Our group went in early September and had an amazing time.ย  They caught a few fish, did some sightseeing, and made some great...
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