What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Manistee, Michigan for the first time?

Every year for my son's birthday, we make it a tradition to travel and find a fishing trip for him. This year was truly special thanks to this amazing guide. My 8-year-old said, "Give him 5 stars; he was awesome!" My husband couldn’t agree more, praising the guide's expertise and the friendly way he engaged with our son. Thank you for giving my son such a memorable experience. We’re already looking forward to returning this summer for another adventure with you!

I did forget to mention that although it was “appropriate” for my younger grandsons the fishing was really beyond their age level I would say at least 10 years of age. They enjoyed watching and one boy got to real in a smaller fish

Don’t set expectations too high. Weather in June fluctuates and can change fishing conditions. Captain Jeff made alterations to the line set up to try to catch more. Bring sunscreen, snacks, and a love for being on the water and you will have a blast regardless. But Jeff will do his best to get you fish. Fish for dinner for us tonight!

Go before Labor Day. Check local fishing reports like Tangled Tackle and others for local info. Stay at the Orchard Beach State Park - great facilities and it's just 5 minutes from downtown Manistee.

Absolutely with the big Manistee and the little Manistee converging and where they do it's an excellent area to Target salmon recommend it to anybody had a great time and planning next year's trip already

Manistee is a good place to base a fishing charter. The town offers everything you need but still has a "small town" atmosphere. The Manistee Hotel is a good place to overnight before a morning charter.

Fishing in and around Manistee Michigan is good mostly year around. You can catch anything from pan fish to Salmon.

Usual tip range for first mate is 20-25% Vary accordingly based on catch, overall experience and personal preference

Early July seems okay there was fish to be caught just not huge numbers, I guess it really depends what you wanna catch

Talk with local fisherman and bait store to get the current fishing situation and what to use and species to target

Dress appropriately open water winds can get nippy I wore sweaty and thin sweats and was shivering closer to the end of night

It was a bright sunny and exceptional flat water afternoon in May - we were told it’s a little early in the season and the flat water and bright sun makes catching tough.

Verify spawn conditions before going. If the spawn is over the fish leave the river. Can’t catch what’s not there.

We unfortunately came the day after they had really bad north wind storm. None the less we still caught Salmon and had a great time!

Get a knowledgeable guide or captain. If you're not sure about if you get sea sick take medicine before you go out. Dress appropriately. Lot's of sites to see

Coordinate the departure time with the Captain (the earlier the better) Be on time. Take snacks and beverages. HAVE FUN!!!

Have been to Manistee few times in the first week in July and haven’t been disappointed yet with catching Salmon.

Call Capt Mike class act all you have to do is bring a lunch something to drink the captain supplies, everything equipment, Baits

Lake fishing was great, did a river fishing trip, not much fish caught, but scenery was more than great. Would do again.

Contact Captain Lenny and be ready to be ready to crank away bringing in your own monsters of Lake Michigan. Worth every penny.

Get up early and take the morning fish trip and be prepared for a lot of excitement

Definitely went later in the season for August but we hooked up all the same and had a great time.

Just relax and how fun Capt Gabe will do a fantastic job taking care of everything

Expect to fish, not catch. That way if you have a good day you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

Go fish on the class act if you want to catch lots of fish with some first class people!!

Be ready with coolers to take home your haul ! Take 3 coolers!!!! IF YOU FISH WITH NICK

Book a morning trip and be ready to leave early and get fish right at the beginning of the trip.

Book later for better chance at Chinook, but all the lake trout you could ask for in June

Book multiple days. Lake Michigsn is unpredictable and you don't want to miss out!

Make sure to have layers of clothes it can get chilly out on the water latter in the evening.