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Whitecap Charters
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Whitecap Charters

Charlevoix, United States
Veteran owned
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
Captain Kent Seymour has over Three decades of experience in the fishing industry. He loves the waters, getting people out and catching fish. Captain Kent is fun and caters to his clients' needs. He enjoys teaching young fishermen in the art of catching Great Lakes Gold..
Adam R.
Adam R.
Captain
Josh S.
Josh S.
First mate
Drew S.
Drew S.
Captain
Kent S.
Kent S.
Captain

Charters

Rating

4.8
225 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

94%
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
95%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
92%
Caught fish

All reviews (225)

Showing 1 – 5 of 225 reviews
  • Ethan Salsinger
    Ethan Salsinger
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2025

    The captain canceled

    Trip was supposed to happen on September 15, 2026
    The charter operator canceled 5 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
  • Carla Kline
    Carla Kline
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fabulous fishing day on the water!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    Adam was on time at the launch and ready to go. We started out fishing for salmon but they are late cming in got the season. So, we headed out to deeper water for lake trout. We each caught our limit! Adam is very experienced and each fish was netted successfully. Thank you again for a wonderful morning!

    Reported catch:
    Lake Trout
    Response from Charter operator

    Thanks for choosing Whitecap Charters for your up north fishing experience. Glad to see the fish cooperated for you.Which doesn't always happen specially over the last few weeks. Yes , adam is a great stuart of the sea.. lol Hope to see you in the future. Thanks Capt. Kent and Crew

  • Steven Stewart
    Steven Stewart
    ch
    Switzerland
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Best Charter Captain !!!

    Half Day Trip (AM) - Charlevoix • 4 adults • 1 child

    Great Captain and Boat. He knows this area and how to get you into the fish.. very successful day and highly recommended

    Reported catch:
    Lake Trout
    Chinook Salmon
  • Eric Eshelman
    Eric Eshelman
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Good operator -- less than ideal weather

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    I would not hesitate to go out with this charter again. The ONLY reason I did not go a full 5 stars is because the winds came up and the Captain decided to pull up the lines early and head in. While this was a safe decision and I was fine with it, it did cut our trip from 4 hours to 2-1/2. It would have been nice to offer a rebate on the trip (we paid in full).

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Response from Charter operator

    Captain Adam definitely falls on the safer side for Peaples wellbeing. If we bring you out , we definitely want to bring you back alive.. Sorry that mother nature , showed ugly teeth , but that is how SHE works Sometimes. As far as a rebate We have the Cheapest 2 Person rates in the Area so there is Not much profit room as is. Sorry Hope we can get you out in the future and make up the time. Thanks Capt.Kent and Crew

  • Preston Key
    Preston Key
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Solid Fishing Day

    Half Day Trip (AM) - Charlevoix • 6 adults

    The sun broke over Lake Michigan as the water came alive beneath the boat. Captain Russell put us on the fish as the reel screamed, and the fight was on. A trophy salmon and enough trout to feed a family of 12 for days.

    Response from Charter operator

    Thanks for choosing whitecap charters for your up north fishing experience. Hope to see you in the future. Thanks again capt. Kent and Crew

Real catches shared by our community

  • Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix 31'
    Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix 31'Charlevoix, MI
    Limited out on lake trout!
    Benjamin D.
    Benjamin D.
  • Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix
    Whitecap Charters – CharlevoixCharlevoix, MI
    Fishing with Kent
    Ellie W.
    Ellie W.
  • Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix
    Whitecap Charters – CharlevoixCharlevoix, MI
    Awesome Fishing trip!
    Brian B.
    Brian B.
  • Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix
    Whitecap Charters – CharlevoixCharlevoix, MI
    Fabulous fishing day on the water!
    Carla K.
    Carla K.
  • Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix 31'
    Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix 31'Charlevoix, MI
    Excellent captain
    Scott S.
    Scott S.
  • Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix
    Whitecap Charters – CharlevoixCharlevoix, MI
    best trip with the boys! thanks to Captain Adam!
    Cory D.
    Cory D.
  • Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix
    Whitecap Charters – CharlevoixCharlevoix, MI
    Fishing with Kent
    Susan L.
    Susan L.
  • Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix
    Whitecap Charters – CharlevoixCharlevoix, MI
    Great captain, really knew how to catch fish. Great guy
    William K.
    William K.
  • Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix 31'
    Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix 31'Charlevoix, MI
    Solid Fishing Day
    Preston K.
    Preston K.
  • Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix 31'
    Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix 31'Charlevoix, MI
    Geat trip.
    David W.
    David W.

What's biting with Whitecap Charters T.C in Traverse City

It's prime fishing time right now in Traverse City. Waters begin to cool, which means that some fish species start to get active in order to fatten themselves. The annual Salmon run is hot!

Top catches for October

Fishing reports

A Trophy fishing boat named 'Whispering Charters' is seen navigating through calm waters, showcasing its American flag and a black flag.

MOTHER NATURE HAS A BAD ATTITUDE

Aug 5, 2026 • Charlevoix
With The small craft advisories, high winds, and waves over the last 10 days or so Fishing has definitely been a little slower than normal. Lake Trout are still around in good numbers but have moved out to deeper water. Kings are starting to show up in the deeper water, but not in any large numbers yet out of the Port of Charlevoix. The port of Petoskey and Little Traverse Bay has been doing a little better as far as kings go. The BEST bite In both ports has been as the sun rises or sets..
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An illustration of a Bigfoot-like character holding a fish, possibly intended for outdoor-themed merchandise.

Hello MOTHER NATURE

Jul 1, 2026 • Charlevoix
With a high winds and rain , along with extreme hot weather , it is amazing that the fishing has stayed as good as it has. Great numbers of large 15 plus pound lake trout have been boated over the last week. King salmon have been starting to show up in the area.
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Angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a charter boat in open waters.

TROUT FISHING IS ON FIRE

Jun 23, 2026 • Charlevoix
Trout fishing has been excellent , with many fish coming over fifteen pounds. We are also finding some nice steelhead and occasional king in the area.
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An angler proudly displaying a large Lake Trout caught during a night fishing trip.

Great fish

Aug 18, 2024 • Charlevoix
Just a few of the great fish that our clients at White Cap Charters have been catching over the last few weeks.
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An angler proudly displaying a large fish while on a boat, showcasing a successful day of fishing in a coastal environment.

Time to Target the Atlantic Salmon on To

Apr 4, 2023 • Traverse City
The Atlantic salmon is one of the most elusive fish on the Torch Lake chain. The Atlantic salmon is like catching a king salmon with a steelhead attitude about jumping out of the water and twisting around at the back of the boat. April and May we can find them in the shallow Waters using long lines and smaller baits.
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An angler proudly displaying a large Lake Trout while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.

Fishing Report Port of Charlevoix

Aug 31, 2020 • Charlevoix
Fishing out of the port of Charlevoix has moved to the shallow Waters for king salmon. On Lake Michigan they are being caught in front of the Medusa cement plant in 10 to 30 FOW and on the drop off at 90 ft using J plugs, j-13 in the fire tiger colors and still on Geen or White flasher with a Green KRW Fly in the deeper water. On Lake Charlevoix they have been fishing around the Coast Guard Station also using J plugs and spoons. Farther down Lake Charlevoix towards Boyne City they are fishing the holes in front of whiting's Park and Summercrest 70 to 80 ft dodown oer about a hundred feet of water. Lake Trout Fishing have Been Great with larger size fish(12-20#) as long as weather holds. The perch are starting to show up around the area hoping you have a good season
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