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Fred Bolton
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Fred Bolton

Manistee, United States
25+ reviews
Captain Fred Bolton has been fishing Lake Michigan and the Manistee River for many years, specializing in Salmon and Trout fishing. As a member of multiple local Boat Associations and a proud participant in 'Manistee Tight Lines for Troops,' Capt. Fred uses his passion for fishing to make a positive influence in the local community.
Fred B.
Fred B.
Captain

Charter

Rating

4.7
28 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.7
Captain & Crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

All reviews (28)

Showing 11 – 15 of 28 reviews
  • Ryan Sobecki
    Ryan Sobecki
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    6 Hour Trip (AM) • 5 adults
  • Dan Hoffman
    Dan Hoffman
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Day on the Water!

    6 Hour Trip (AM) • 5 adults

    Captain Fred worked hard to get us in spots to catch fish. We got some great ones. Beautiful day of fishing!

  • James Rozum
    James Rozum
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
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    Member since 2019
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Salmon Charter with Freddie B

    6 Hour Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    Freddie did an awesome job and knows his stuff. You know you have a winner captain when other boats follow you! We went 6 for 6 and when we returned to the dock, our stringer was one of the best if not the best stringer for the morning. Many came in with 1 or 2 and a few with zero.

  • Todd Keller
    Todd Keller
    us
    Montpelier, OH, US
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    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Morning Trip with Freddie B

    6 Hour Trip (AM) • 4 adults

    Freddie was great and made sure we caught some fish. My wife and I had a great time. The Boat and equipment we're great.

  • Donald Oehmke
    Donald Oehmke
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2018
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day evening trip with Capt Freddie B

    5-6 Hour Charter (pm) • 2 adults

    This has to be the hardest working boat camping on Lake Michigan! He was an excellent captain excellent equipment and superb knowledge of the Lake Michigan Fishery. He has experience fishing all of the Great Lakes including Erie, Huron, Lake St Clair and Lake Michigan. Very thorough, very friendly, and very accommodating. You would never be unhappy using this Charter Service.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters
    Freddie B Sport Fishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Freddie worked his tail off.
    Mark W.
    Mark W.
  • Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters
    Freddie B Sport Fishing ChartersManistee, MI
    cool guy great trip
    Ali F.
    Ali F.
  • Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters
    Freddie B Sport Fishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Fantastic family fishing...better than Disney
    Burdette R.
    Burdette R.
  • Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters
    Freddie B Sport Fishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Day of Catching, Not fishing.
    Kyle E.
    Kyle E.
  • Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters
    Freddie B Sport Fishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Good trip
    Connie O.
    Connie O.
  • Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters
    Freddie B Sport Fishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Fishing with captain Fred
    Del V.
    Del V.
  • Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters
    Freddie B Sport Fishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Great Day on the Water!
    Dan H.
    Dan H.
  • Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters
    Freddie B Sport Fishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Fishing with Fred
    Eric T.
    Eric T.
  • Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters
    Freddie B Sport Fishing ChartersManistee, MI
    Half day trip with captain Fred.
    Jim M.
    Jim M.
  • Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters
    Freddie B Sport Fishing ChartersManistee, MI
    5 hour trip with Captain Freddie B
    Jeff H.
    Jeff H.

What's biting with Freddie B Sport Fishing Charters in Manistee

If you head north of the port, you can explore the waters up to 150-foot deep for Chinook Salmon and Coho Salmon. The Manistee River and Lake Michigan are also bustling with plenty of fishing action. 

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

A group of anglers proudly posing in front of their catch at Freddie B Fishing Charters, showcasing several fish displayed on a board.

Good Fishing on Lake Michigan — Manistee

Sep 26, 2026 • Manistee
Still good fishing on lake michigan, port of manistee.
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Fall Salmon Still Biting

Sep 18, 2026 • Manistee
Fall salmon still out there
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Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of trout on a board at Freddie B Fishing Charters, showcasing a successful day on the water.

Kings and Coho—Hard Fighters

Aug 17, 2026 • Manistee
Kings and Coho hard fighters
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A group of anglers proudly posing with their catch of the day, featuring several fish displayed on a board at Freddie B Fishing Charters.

SALMON

Jul 29, 2026 • Manistee
Fishing remains very good for the early morning bite
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Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of several salmon on a board at Freddie B Fishing Charters.

Salmon and Trout fishing Mamistee

Jul 17, 2026 • Manistee
Catch'es from resent morning trips in July
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A well-maintained fishing boat displayed indoors, showcasing its sleek design and features.

Spring 2025

May 11, 2025 • Manistee
Boat is in the water as of Friday the Lake trout fishing has been very good with some salmon mixed in, only goinh to get better uh
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