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Matt McQueen
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Matt McQueen

Manistee, United States
10+ reviews
Captain Matt McQueen has been fishing his entire life and has spent the past decade pursuing salmon, steelhead, and lake trout throughout Michigan's rivers, lakes, and the waters of Lake Michigan. As a published outdoor writer whose work has appeared in In-Fisherman and Great Lakes Angler magazines, Matt brings extensive fishing knowledge and experience to every trip. As captain of Copperhead Sportfishing Charters, Matt specializes in Manistee charter fishing on Lake Michigan, targeting king salmon, coho salmon, steelhead, and lake trout. Whether you're a first-time angler or an experienced fisherman, Matt is committed to providing a safe, professional, and enjoyable fishing charter experience. His goal is simple: help every guest catch fish, create lasting memories, and enjoy a day on the water they'll want to repeat.
Wiley M.
Wiley M.
First mate
Jim T.
Jim T.
First mate

Charter

Rating

5.0
20 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (20)

Showing 1 – 5 of 20 reviews
  • Russell Prevost
    Russell Prevost
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip!

    5 Hour Trip (PM) • 3 adults

    Capt Matt and mate Ben were great, despite the adverse conditions. It was raining, windy, with water currents also being difficult. Matt and Ben kept working at it, changing lures, depths, speed and location. When we found the fish, it was absolute pandemonium. By the time we were done there was only one rod left in the water, and we had a cooler full of nice kings. Thank you Matt and Ben!

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
  • James Maurer
    James Maurer
    us
    Lakewood, CO, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    The biggest fish I ever ever caught

    5 Hour Trip (PM) • 4 adults

    Captain Matt was a great charter captain who was experienced knowledgeable and very helpful. He knew when where and how to catch fish. We went on an evening trip and returned with eight fish to fill the entire cooler. The biggest was 20 pounds the next one was 15 pounds.

    Reported catch:
    Coho Salmon
    Chinook Salmon
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Jim. we had a great time fishing with you and your crew! Capt Matt

  • Jeremy Mason
    Jeremy Mason
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Day on Lake Michigan!

    5 Hour Trip (AM) • 4 adults

    We had such a great experience with Matt and his first mate Wiley. We caught some very nice fish including King Salmon and Lake Trout. They worked super hard to find fish and keep us hooked up. I would highly recommend using them as they are great guys to be around as well!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you, Jeremy! It was a pleasure fishing with you and your family. Maybe we'll get to fish with you again next season! Captain Matt

  • Brandella Thomas
    Brandella Thomas
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time!

    5 Hour Trip (AM) • 2 adults • 1 child

    My 10 year old son and I had a great time! Captain Matt and Bart were great and worked hard to find us fish! Captain even asked if we could stay out longer when we had only caught a couple. Would definitly go again!

    Reported catch:
    Coho Salmon
    Response from Captain

    Thanks, Brandy. We gad a great time fishing with you and Easton. I'm glad to hear you had fun even though it was a slow morning. Captain Matt

  • Charles Tudor
    Charles Tudor
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2026
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Fishing with Matt

    5 Hour Trip (PM) • 2 adults
    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Coho Salmon
    Response from Captain

    Thanks, Charlie!

Real catches shared by our community

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    The biggest fish I ever ever caught
    James M.
    James M.
  • Copperhead Sportfishing Charters
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    great start to the season
    Eric I.
    Eric I.
  • Copperhead Sportfishing Charters
    Copperhead Sportfishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Great time!
    Brandella T.
    Brandella T.
  • Copperhead Sportfishing Charters
    Copperhead Sportfishing ChartersManistee, MI
    awesome trip
    Patrick H.
    Patrick H.
  • Copperhead Sportfishing Charters
    Copperhead Sportfishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Blue Chip Crew & Boat
    Eric K.
    Eric K.
  • Copperhead Sportfishing Charters
    Copperhead Sportfishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Fishing with Matt
    Paul M.
    Paul M.
  • Copperhead Sportfishing Charters
    Copperhead Sportfishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Great fishing
    Jim M.
    Jim M.
  • Copperhead Sportfishing Charters
    Copperhead Sportfishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Great trip!
    Travis B.
    Travis B.
  • Copperhead Sportfishing Charters
    Copperhead Sportfishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Above and Beyond
    Jason P.
    Jason P.

What's biting with Copperhead Sportfishing Charters in Manistee

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. 

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

Angler proudly displaying a large Lake Trout while fishing on a calm day in open waters.

Fun Day With My Boys

Jun 20, 2025 • Manistee
Had a fun, short morning with my boys. Found a few small kings but the lake trout bite was where it was at.
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Angler holding a large Lake Trout aboard a fishing boat in open water, showcasing a successful catch during a deep-sea fishing trip.

Kings and Lakers

Jun 14, 2025 • Manistee
Another beautiful morning on Lake Michigan. East wind. Found a mix bag of medium and small kings and a lot of good size lake trout. Including a 21 lb bruiser. Went 7/11 this morning and had great company to be with. Kings on meat rigs and spoons. Trout on spin doctors and spin n glos.
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Two anglers engaged in fishing on a boat, with rods bent as they reel in their catch on a calm day at sea.

Kings and Steelhead

Jun 12, 2025 • Manistee
A great morning on the big water. Calm seas and 60 degrees for our early 4:45 am start. Plenty of fish to play with down in the 12s anywhere from 150 - 350 FOW. Started the morning with a triple hook-up on kings followed by a nice steelhead. Spoons and meat rigs all fired off on 1, 5, and 7 color leadcore lines and also another king on a 250 copper. 1 king on wire diver on meat. Variety of spoons including DW Super Slims and moonshines and silver streaks. Lost a few steelhead out deep on short lead cores. All in all went 5 for 9 and back to the dock a little after 10 am.
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