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Robert Hinds
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Robert Hinds

Traverse City, United States
10+ reviews
I've been targeting salmon/steelhead on the Manistee River since 2001. A lot has changed over the years with the fishery and it has been a roller coaster of a ride. Constant adapting to changing conditions and flows has kept my boat successful and on fish. I have successfully caught Salmon and Steelhead with a variety of tactics but I believe I have simplified my program with efficient user-friendly gear even novice anglers can quickly learn to use and be successful. I'm confident Central Coast Angling can put the fish of your dreams into the net for you!

Charters

Rating

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

All reviews (20)

Showing 1 – 5 of 20 reviews
  • Cory Reynolds
    Cory Reynolds
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Guided Trip

    3 Hour Trip – Inland Fishing - 4:00 PM • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain Bob was fantastic and great with our kids. He had a great plan to keep our 4 yo and 11 yo catching what they wanted to catch. We got into plenty of yellow perch and he got my son a really nice walleye. Highly recommend and next trip to Michigan we’ll be contacting him!

    Response from Captain

    thank you for the kind words and business.

  • Thera Logston
    Thera Logston
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Boys first fishing trip!

    3 Hour Trip – Inland Fishing - 4:00 PM • 3 adults

    We had a great inland fishing trip on Long Lake! Our captain was fantastic with my boys and made the experience fun for everyone. They caught plenty of perch and walleye and had an awesome evening on the water. Highly recommend!

    Reported catch:
    White Perch
    Response from Captain

    Thank you Thera. Hope to see you again :)

  • Amanda Galloway
    Amanda Galloway
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best lake fishing ever!!!!!

    3 Hour Trip – Inland Fishing • 3 adults • 1 child

    Captain Bob was awesome. showed us much patience as we were newbies. taught us technique, cleaned and fileted our fish and everything. he was patient and kind and awesome!!!!

    Reported catch:
    Smallmouth Bass
    White Perch
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the opportunity.

  • Jim Casteel
    Jim Casteel
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great captain, we had a wonderful experience all around.

    3 Hour Trip – Inland Fishing • 4 adults • 1 child

    It was the first Charter that I ever done, looking forward to my next one. Thank you Captain Bob.

  • Seth Konkle
    Seth Konkle
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Solid Inland Lake Walleye Trip

    3 Hour Trip – Inland Fishing • 2 adults

    We got out early and got right on fish. Captain Bob was cool, chill, informative, & patient.

    Response from Captain

    Thank you for your business Seth

Real catches shared by our community

  • Central Coast Angling
    Central Coast AnglingTraverse City, MI
    Three freshly caught Yellow Perch displayed on a boat surface, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Yellow Perch
    Amanda G.
    Amanda G.
    Captain Bob was awesome. showed us much patience as we were newbies. taught us technique, cleaned and fileted our fish and everything. he was patient and kind and awesome!!!!
  • Central Coast Angling
    Central Coast AnglingTraverse City, MI
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a lake, with a sibling enjoying a drink in the background.
    Fish 1
    Yellow Perch
    Cory R.
    Cory R.
    Captain Bob was fantastic and great with our kids. He had a great plan to keep our 4 yo and 11 yo catching what they wanted to catch. We got into plenty of yellow perch and he got my son a really nice walleye. Highly recommend and next trip to Michigan we’ll be contacting him!
  • Central Coast Angling
    Central Coast AnglingTraverse City, MI
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Coho Salmon
    Jim C.
    Jim C.
    It was the first Charter that I ever done, looking forward to my next one. Thank you Captain Bob.
  • Central Coast Angling
    Central Coast AnglingTraverse City, MI
    A young angler proudly displaying a Bluegill caught while fishing from a boat on a serene lake.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Sunfish
    Seamus W.
    Seamus W.
    Captain Hinds was awesome to fish with! Made this trip for my son’s 9th Birthday and he had an absolute blast! Awesome experience, will be booking again in the future!
  • Central Coast Angling
    Central Coast AnglingTraverse City, MI
    An angler proudly displaying a large Lake Trout while fishing on a calm lake, showcasing the thrill of freshwater fishing.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Jason S.
    Jason S.
    Wow what a fantastic experience on the water today. From the very first drop we were on the lake trout. Caught at least 10 and my PB (see photo). Highly recommend Captain Bob!!!!
  • Central Coast Angling
    Central Coast AnglingTraverse City, MI
    A young angler proudly displaying a Bluegill caught while fishing on a calm lake, accompanied by an adult guide.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Sunfish
    Shelly P.
    Shelly P.
    Captain Bob was top notch! Great guy, taught my 12 yo a few tips and tricks, and would definitely book again!
  • Central Coast Angling
    Central Coast AnglingTraverse City, MI
    Young angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing from a boat in a serene lake setting.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Edward K.
    Edward K.
    Thanks Captain Bob! We had a great time on the boat catching fish! I really appreciate all the help and guidance you gave my son! Look forward to fishing with you again!!!
  • Detroit River Walleye Charters
    Detroit River Walleye ChartersWyandotte, MI
    A group of three anglers proudly displaying a catch of Walleye on a table at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Dellwood M.
    Dellwood M.
    Captain was on fish really well
  • Detroit River Walleye Charters
    Detroit River Walleye ChartersWyandotte, MI
    Angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a boat, with an industrial backdrop.
    Peter L.
    Peter L.
  • Central Coast Angling
    Central Coast AnglingTraverse City, MI
    An angler proudly displaying a large Salmon against a stunning sunset backdrop while fishing on a lake.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Jim F.
    Jim F.
    Captain was very knowledgeable and put us on the fish. Limited out on Kings before sunrise! As a commercial fisherman I would highly reccomend him if you want to catch fish!

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