Big River Outfitters
Charter operator

Big River Outfitters

Grand Rapids, United States
50+ reviews
The captain considers fishing to be a part of him. He's been fishing his entire life, has owned a few businesses, beaten cancer, and now he does what he loves the most. Making memories daily and looking forward to doing the same for you.

Charters

Rating

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

What anglers say

100%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (69)

Showing 1 – 5 of 69 reviews
  • Leif Nilsen
    Leif Nilsen
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip

    Panfish • 2 adults

    My son and I had a great trip and Anthony was a great guide. We were able to catch multiple types of fish and Anthony was able to take us to different locations and helped locate fish to make for a great experience. He is very knowledgeable, friendly and had a great demeanor.

    Reported catch:
    Crappie
    Largemouth Bass
    Smallmouth Bass
  • Eddie Mercer
    Eddie Mercer
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome experience

    Smallmouth Adventure and/or trout • 3 adults • 1 child

    My kids first time out fishing on a boat we caught tons of small mouth and rock bass was a fabulous experience for them and highly recommend to anyone with kids. Hats off to Anthony. Great guy very knowledgeable and really took care of us

    Response from Charter operator

    Thanks for sharing the day with me! you guys rock! appreciate the review !

  • Chaz Smith
    Chaz Smith
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Awesome Salmon trip!

    Giant King Salmon experience!! • 2 adults

    Great trip. Lots of action, and we learned a lot! Thanks Anthony and Chad!

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
  • Joshua Schuler
    Joshua Schuler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    was a great trip

    Half Day Trip – Smallmouth or Trout • 3 adults • 1 child

    Anthony was awesome showed so much patience with my 9 year old son an put us on the fish the whole time! highly recommend!

    Response from Charter operator

    awesome time! great job! thanks again!

  • Andrew Pratt
    Andrew Pratt
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    steelhead adventure

    Half day steelhead adventure • 3 adults

    Caught close to 20 fish during the 4 hours. Captain Anthony was amazing and super fun to be around. Highly recommend

    Response from Charter operator

    thank you and Great job ! you all had a lot to learn in 4 hours and nailed it! looking forward to our next adventure!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Big River Outfitters
    Big River OutfittersGrand Rapids, MI
    Awesome experience
    Eddie M.
    Eddie M.
  • Big River Outfitters
    Big River OutfittersGrand Rapids, MI
    was a great trip
    Joshua S.
    Joshua S.
  • Big River Outfitters
    Big River OutfittersGrand Rapids, MI
    Steelhead Adventure
    Tanner C.
    Tanner C.
  • Big River Outfitters
    Big River OutfittersGrand Rapids, MI
    Anthony is a worker!
    Courtney H.
    Courtney H.
  • Big River Outfitters
    Big River OutfittersGrand Rapids, MI
    Best day ever!
    Luke E.
    Luke E.
  • Big River Outfitters
    Big River OutfittersGrand Rapids, MI
    Great captain
    Colette W.
    Colette W.
  • Big River Outfitters
    Big River OutfittersGrand Rapids, MI
    June fishing trip
    Mike T.
    Mike T.
  • Big River Outfitters
    Big River OutfittersGrand Rapids, MI
    Great Guide, Great experience!
    Charles B.
    Charles B.
  • Big River Outfitters
    Big River OutfittersGrand Rapids, MI
    Awesome Trip
    Justin L.
    Justin L.
  • Big River Outfitters
    Big River OutfittersGrand Rapids, MI
    Great learning experience!
    Rich H.
    Rich H.

Fishing reports

An angler proudly displaying a large Smallmouth Bass while fishing on a serene river, surrounded by lush greenery.

Smallmouth trips are fantastic now!

Jul 3, 2026 • Grand Rapids
Spend the day floating west michigans beautiful rivers in my custom jetboat. Catching numerous smallmouth bass, rock bass trout or a combination of all also a few occasionalwalleyemixed in. . We much prefer catch and release on all out native and warm water species.
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Angler proudly displaying a large Brown Trout while fishing in a scenic river setting.

4 hour is all you need when they bite li

Apr 26, 2026 • Grand Rapids
4 hour steelhead adventure caught many different species a bunch of different ways. Was an absolute blast. Fishing remains stellar . Trout/ smallmouth and panfish season is firing up and that bite is amazing aswell
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Smashing panfish

Dec 15, 2025 • Grand Rapids
We have about 3 to 4 inches of solid ice and building daily. Panfish trips bluegill and crappie. Pike and bass on tip ups aswell
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An angler proudly displaying a Rainbow Trout while fishing on a river during the fall season.

Amazing steelhead Fishing

Nov 3, 2025 • Grand Rapids
Hunting the water with bobber /indicator rods, fishing behind whats left of the giant king salmon spawning. Lurks a very special fish gobbling eggs for a long winter. Chrome and angry the steelhead is a very energetic fish with lots of exciting jumps down side they hate their pictures taken . Come take a jet boat ride around a beautiful michigan river and try your hand at a few chrome gorillas
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Two anglers enjoying a successful fishing trip, showcasing a variety of trout on a boat in a serene river setting.

Amazing fishing!!

Sep 13, 2025 • Grand Rapids
Fair chase salmon trips . We are filling limits on giant king salmon experience . Book it. You wont regret it!
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An angler proudly displaying a large Smallmouth Bass while fishing on a serene river, surrounded by lush greenery.

Dont like trolling?

Jul 29, 2025 • Grand Rapids
What a great tome to be on the water. . Biig rainbows and browns are biting. Smallmouth are chasing down every bait they see. Even half days are touching 40 fish. Dont miss out lets get after it!
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