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Troy Mattson
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Troy Mattson

Algoma, United States
100+ reviews
The company was founded in Algoma back in 1969 by the late Howard Kinn and has evolved into Wisconsin's premier charter fishing destination. A team of experienced and professional anglers, Kinn's Sport Fishing is owned and operated by Captain Troy Mattson and Bret Cook. A North Dakota native and a 'flatlander,' Troy has always loved the outdoors. He is obsessed with Salmon fishing industry and has spent almost two decades mastering the Great Lakes. Troy is a proud husband and father of two little girls. Captain Bret Cook began exploring the Great Lakes in the mid-1990's. He partnered with the legendary Howard Kinn in 2000 and has never looked back.

Charters

Rating

4.6
130 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.6
Captain & Crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

79%
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
88%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
80%
Caught fish

All reviews (130)

Showing 1 – 5 of 130 reviews
  • Jordan Melville
    Jordan Melville
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    A Special Morning of Lake Michigan fishing!

    6 Hour Trip (AM) • 6 adults

    We fished with Captain Brian and his son with Big Daddy Charters on the Big Daddy II, and caught our limit. Perfect weather, fish were bitting, and Brian put us on the fish where we had multiple double and triples hook ups! Very clean boat and equipment and worked together seamlessly. Great crew and would highly recommend these guys to anyone! Thanks again for the awesome trip!

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Response from Captain

    Hope you had a great trip!

  • James James
    James James
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experience

    3 Hr Charter Mid-Week • 6 adults

    I bought this trip for my three adult children and spouses celebrating the youngest's 30th birthday. He wanted to re-live his memory of trips with my father who passed away in 2013. It fulfilled every memory. Dave and Mike were easy going and friendly. Caught 5 fish on just the three hour charter. I highly recommend this service and boat.

  • Jeff Pierce
    Jeff Pierce
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    4.0
    Verified

    Nice captain, bad weather

    5 Hr trip (PM only) • 6 adults • 2 children

    Brock and his counterpart were very nice and did what they could to help us have a good time. However, if you are planning to book with them check the maritime weather report. We’ve had experiences with captains before who call and let us know the weather conditions weren’t favorable, so when we didn’t get any info from them, we thought it would be a nice day on the water. 3 of us got super sea sick because the swells were like 9 feet high. While they don’t control the weather, I would have appreciated a heads up that it would be unpleasant, and maybe the opportunity to reschedule. Otherwise it would have been a nice trip with a nice captain.

  • Benjamin Pierce
    Benjamin Pierce
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    It was our group’s first time out. It was a success!

    6 Hour Trip (AM) • 5 adults • 2 children

    We didnt really know what to expect, being the first time out. Captain Brian and Keegan did a fantastic time putting us on the fish! They were incredibly helpful with my young boys!!! These fellas know what there doing!!

    Reported catch:
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Chinook Salmon
  • Travis Irish
    Travis Irish
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great for young kids!

    3 Hour (PM) trip • 3 adults • 2 children

    Took my 10 and 7yr old boys, let the boys catch em all and we had a limit of coho in no time at all, caption and deckhand were great with my boys! Will definitely book this trip again in the future!

    Reported catch:
    Coho Salmon

Real catches shared by our community

  • Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 38'
    Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 38'Algoma, WI
    A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of multiple fish on the deck of a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Jordan M.
    Jordan M.
    We fished with Captain Brian and his son with Big Daddy Charters on the Big Daddy II, and caught our limit. Perfect weather, fish were bitting, and Brian put us on the fish where we had multiple double and triples hook ups! Very clean boat and equipment and worked together seamlessly. Great crew and would highly recommend these guys to anyone! Thanks again for the awesome trip!
  • Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 38'
    Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 38'Algoma, WI
    A proud angler holding a large fish on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Chinook Salmon
    Kevin L.
    Kevin L.
    I highly recommend Captain Jason and first mate Noah on The Resurrection they worked hard to ensure we caught fish.
  • Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 38'
    Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 38'Algoma, WI
    A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of salmon on the deck of a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Benjamin P.
    Benjamin P.
    We didnt really know what to expect, being the first time out. Captain Brian and Keegan did a fantastic time putting us on the fish! They were incredibly helpful with my young boys!!! These fellas know what there doing!!
  • Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 38'
    Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 38'Algoma, WI
    Group of adult anglers posing aboard a center-console boat with multiple freshly caught mackerel displayed on the deck.
    Fish 1
    Coho Salmon
    James J.
    James J.
    I bought this trip for my three adult children and spouses celebrating the youngest's 30th birthday. He wanted to re-live his memory of trips with my father who passed away in 2013. It fulfilled every memory. Dave and Mike were easy going and friendly. Caught 5 fish on just the three hour charter. I highly recommend this service and boat.
  • Kinn's Sport Fishing - Sturgeon Bay Tiara 36'
    Kinn's Sport Fishing - Sturgeon Bay Tiara 36'Sturgeon Bay, WI
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Mike W.
    Mike W.
    we caught King and coho salmon, steelhead trout
  • Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 36'
    Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 36'Winthrop Harbor, IL
    Two young anglers pose with an adult holding a large freshly caught fish aboard a boat on open water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Coho Salmon
    Travis I.
    Travis I.
    Took my 10 and 7yr old boys, let the boys catch em all and we had a limit of coho in no time at all, caption and deckhand were great with my boys! Will definitely book this trip again in the future!
  • Kinn's Sport Fishing - Sturgeon Bay 36'
    Kinn's Sport Fishing - Sturgeon Bay 36'Sturgeon Bay, WI
    An angler proudly displaying a successful catch of multiple Walleye on the deck of a fishing boat during a night trip.
    Robert T.
    Robert T.
    Crew was organized and productive. they worked hard so that we had fun. The 3 of us limited out on decent walleyes- which they then filleted for us. Thanks, guys!
  • Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 36'
    Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 36'Algoma, WI
    Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Lake Trout while on a fishing charter, with a scenic waterfront in the background.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Roger H.
    Roger H.
    Everything from booking was easy and convenient. Our contact Troy was very accommodating and quickly accessible. The Captain and First mate were fun and really proficient at their jobs. You could tell they enjoyed what they do! They got us on fish within 15 minutes and kept us on them.
  • Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 38'
    Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 38'Algoma, WI
    An angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Nat P.
    Nat P.
  • Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 38'
    Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 38'Algoma, WI
    Two anglers proudly displaying a large Salmon aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful catch during their trip.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Linda P.
    Linda P.
    Jason & Noah were such a pleasure to work with. They were fun but true professionals. We caught our quota both days! Highly recommend this company

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Kinn's Sport Fishing - Algoma 36' in Algoma

November usually heralds the end of Algoma's fishing season, especially on Lake Michigan. You can still targeting some remaining fish on the lake if the waters aren't frozen!