Captain
David Ellis

Member since December 2015 Ludington, United States
Background
Captain Dave has nearly 30 years of experience. With extensive knowledge of the waters from Pentwater and Ludington to Manistee, he offers informative and enjoyable fishing trips.

Hey, I'm Captain David Ellis

Ludington, United States
Background
Captain Dave has nearly 30 years of experience. With extensive knowledge of the waters from Pentwater and Ludington to Manistee, he offers informative and enjoyable fishing trips.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(61 reviews)
Ludington
Trips from US $200

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 61 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (70)
Big fish on
Fantastic Day
Half day (AM) trip with Captain Dave
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
94%
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Jason W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Big fish on

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 26, 2025
A few buddies and I went out and had some outstanding memories made with Captain Dave and Carl. Very good at what they do to...
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Kevin D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

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VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 30, 2023
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Kwame J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with David

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 25, 2023
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LAURIE M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fantastic Day

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 13, 2024
So much fun with Captain Dave and First Mate Carl. I booked this trip for my husband and 2 sons, both in there 20s, for something...
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John P.
Wixom, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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6 hour tour

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 28, 2022
We had a great time! Capt. David and Carl were great! The are very knowledgeable and always checking conditions to give you...
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