Captain
Lenny Vaughan

Member since January 2017 Manistee, United States
Background
Captain Lenny Vaughan is an avid angler with thousands of hours of experience on the water. He is passionate about fishing and putting his friends and guests on fish. Lenny is especially great with kids, sharing his knowledge with them and helping them land their first fish. He was featured in the "Wilderness Journal Show" and has taken part in various tournaments.
Techniques
I like to get all the guest involved in the fishing trip. I don't run a first mate so we all share in doing what it takes to put the fish in the boat.

Hey, I'm Captain Lenny Vaughan

Manistee, United States
Background
Captain Lenny Vaughan is an avid angler with thousands of hours of experience on the water. He is passionate about fishing and putting his friends and guests on fish. Lenny is especially great with kids, sharing his knowledge with them and helping them land their first fish. He was featured in the "Wilderness Journal Show" and has taken part in various tournaments.
Techniques
I like to get all the guest involved in the fishing trip. I don't run a first mate so we all share in doing what it takes to put the fish in the boat.
97
Reviews
6
Fishing Reports
Verified

My Charter Listings

Slipknot Charters

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(67 reviews)
Manistee
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $750

Slipknot Steelhead Charters โ€“ River

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(30 reviews)
Manistee
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $650

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 97 reviews
See details
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (58)
Big fish, even in tough conditions
Big fish, even in tough conditions
Big fish, even in tough conditions
+55
Angler rating
81
6
2
0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
88%
Sort by:
Featured  
Showing:
5 of 97 reviews
Bryan O. H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Big fish, even in tough conditions

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on June 2, 2025
Cold water? Wind? No problem! Capt Lenny worked hard to put us on the fish and we brought them in!
Bryan O. H. recommends Slipknot Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Bryan O. H. recommends Slipknot Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Brenda D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best Charter Ever

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 4, 2024
Morning trip out of Manistee with Captain Lenny right after Labor Day 2024 produced plenty of action with 9 out of 10 fish...
Brenda D. recommends Slipknot Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Brenda D. recommends Slipknot Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Read more
Mark D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great hardworking captain and great time

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on March 22, 2025
Worked hard to get our fish and made the trip comfortable in adverse weather conditions. Highly recommended
Mark D. recommends Slipknot Steelhead Charters โ€“ River
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Mark D. recommends Slipknot Steelhead Charters โ€“ River
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
John B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Memories!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on September 22, 2024
Captain Lenny provided a great day of fishing for grandpa, his son and two middle school grandsons. Lots of fun, loads of fish...
John B. recommends Slipknot Steelhead Charters โ€“ River
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
John B. recommends Slipknot Steelhead Charters โ€“ River
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Read more
Jay G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Prepared Captain.

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on October 24, 2024
Fun trip, Captain was well prepared.
Jay G. recommends Slipknot Steelhead Charters โ€“ River
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Jay G. recommends Slipknot Steelhead Charters โ€“ River
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  • Settings