Captain
Chris Martin

Member since September 2020 Brethren, United States
Background
Captain Chris has been a guide on the Manistee River for the last 20 years. He loves showing its beauty and fish to others and especially likes to teach kids how to fish. His mission is to help you create wonderful memories.
Techniques
Captain Chris uses light tackle and specializes in spin and fly gear on the Manistee River in Wellston, Michigan.

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Brethren, United States
Background
Captain Chris has been a guide on the Manistee River for the last 20 years. He loves showing its beauty and fish to others and especially likes to teach kids how to fish. His mission is to help you create wonderful memories.
Techniques
Captain Chris uses light tackle and specializes in spin and fly gear on the Manistee River in Wellston, Michigan.
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4.9 / 5
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Fishing Reports

fall steelhead fishing
fall steelhead fishing
Oct 18, 2025 Brethren
fall steelhead fishing on the BigManistee River is starting to heat up. we are going to be seeing a good push from the lake the next week. much needed rain and Werther is in the forecast. the next few weeks should be excellent. i have a few dates open to fish
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fall steelhead are showing up!
fall steelhead are showing up!
Oct 5, 2025 Brethren
fall is in the air on the Big Manistee river! that means fresh fall steelhead are moving into the river system. one of the best times of year to catch some of the best quality fish available in the area. ice also have seen alot fresh salmon showing up lately as well. lots of opportunities for anglers the next few months. if your looking to go ive got a few openings.
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salmon fishing on Big Manistee river.
salmon fishing on Big Manistee river.
Sep 20, 2025 Brethren
the salmon run is well underway on the Big Manistee river. we are going to get a nice push of salmon this week with rain in the forecast. its gonna make for some great fishing!. fall steelhead season is on the way very soon as well. if your looking to fish the river away from the crowds, and have some good quality fishing im your guy.
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salmon fishing on Big Manistee river
salmon fishing on Big Manistee river
Aug 25, 2025 Brethren
now booking 4 and 6 hr salmon trips on the Big Manistee river. the salmon have started migrating through to the river from lake Michigan. i have some availability the next few weeks. its looking like a great run of fish!
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Summer time bass fishing on Big Manistee
Summer time bass fishing on Big Manistee
Jul 3, 2025 Brethren
Summer is in full swing here in northern Michigan! The bass and pike fishing has recently been excellent! With warmer weather in the near future and rising water temperature in the river the fishing is gonna be good from here out. Fishing the river this time of year can offer great opportunities for anglers of all skill levels and abilities. If your looking for a fun day of fishing with little pressure from other anglers this is the time to go.
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Spring steelhead fishing
Spring steelhead fishing
Mar 29, 2025 Brethren
Spring steelhead fishing on the Big Manistee river. Fishing this spring has been excellent . Lots of fun and plenty of opportunities this year. I have some availability throughout april.
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Customer reviews

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Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great time bass fishing with Chris
Great time bass fishing with Chris
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Jamie R.
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Fishing with Chris

VERIFIED   Half day salmon trips on September 27, 2025
I really enjoyed the trip!ย  Chris was very helpful answering all our questions.
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Kraig C.
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VERIFIED   Salmon fishing on September 20, 2025
Chris did an amazing job with me & my son! First class and knows the river & fishing!
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Jay H.
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Great time bass fishing with Chris

VERIFIED   6 hour bass pike on July 3, 2025
Beautiful location. Fun time catching bass and almost pike. Nice boat setup for 2 anglers.
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John G.
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Manistee chrome

VERIFIED   6 hour fall steelhead Big Manistee on November 9, 2024
Had a great day on the manistee river, we caught seven steelhead, lost only two, kept one for dinner, and returned the rest...
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Joseph B.
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Enjoyable day on the River with Captain Chris

VERIFIED   Salmon fishing on September 26, 2024
Trip was as described.ย  We used different techniques and learned a lot about Salmon Fishing.ย  The fish could have been a...
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