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What anglers said about fishing in Grand Traverse Bay

water wasnโ€™t quite cold enough this year at this time for the walleye to be actively striking.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
water wasnโ€™t quite cold enough this year at this time for the walleye to be actively striking.
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
Fishing is fishing! As Capt. Bob says, "the best time to go fishing is when the fish are biting"! Now, if anyone can predict that, you would make millions.......
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fishing is fishing! As Capt. Bob says, "the best time to go fishing is when the fish are biting"! Now, if anyone can predict that, you would make millions.......
Mariah Charters
Mariah Charters
Go with Tru Blue. They are so patient with first timers. Can't go wrong with this outfit.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Go with Tru Blue. They are so patient with first timers. Can't go wrong with this outfit.
True Blue Charters
True Blue Charters
Its the off-season for local businesses in the area , but the Salmon fishing is prime in the bays.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Its the off-season for local businesses in the area , but the Salmon fishing is prime in the bays.
Daydreamer Fishing Charters
Daydreamer Fishing Charters
we had several times when two were catching fish at the same time and they crew knew exactly what to do.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
we had several times when two were catching fish at the same time and they crew knew exactly what to do.
True Blue Charters
True Blue Charters
My first time in Traverse City, and I was only there for one night. Beautiful town, lots to see besides going fishing. Hotels are expensive, so be prepared to pay more than you expect. Totally worth it though if you book with J. Young Outdoors for your fishing trip. Jordan's the best!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
My first time in Traverse City, and I was only there for one night. Beautiful town, lots to see besides going fishing. Hotels are expensive, so be prepared to pay more than you expect. Totally worth it though if you book with J. Young Outdoors for your fishing trip. Jordan's the best!
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
Bring a cooler to take your fish with you. Carlsonโ€™s was so easy and convenient with cleaning and bagging our fish after our day on the water.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring a cooler to take your fish with you. Carlsonโ€™s was so easy and convenient with cleaning and bagging our fish after our day on the water.
Mariah Charters
Mariah Charters
Amazing bass fishing experience, I highly recommend to anyone who loves to fish!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Amazing bass fishing experience, I highly recommend to anyone who loves to fish!
TC Bass Destination Charters
TC Bass Destination Charters
Later in Aug or September is best for salmon. Early and mid Aug is always a little slower, depending on the weather and cooler temps.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Later in Aug or September is best for salmon. Early and mid Aug is always a little slower, depending on the weather and cooler temps.
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
Yes - The Grand Traverse Bay is protected somewhat from the wind and offers a good variety of fishing options. Especially, with those of with smaller boats.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes - The Grand Traverse Bay is protected somewhat from the wind and offers a good variety of fishing options. Especially, with those of with smaller boats.
FWJO Lake Trips Near Traverse City
FWJO Lake Trips Near Traverse City
Grand Traverse Bay is huge and hiring a guide is essential. I tried fishing it on my own a couple of years ago and had no success. With the right guidance, an angler can expect to both catch fish and learn something at the same time.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Grand Traverse Bay is huge and hiring a guide is essential. I tried fishing it on my own a couple of years ago and had no success. With the right guidance, an angler can expect to both catch fish and learn something at the same time.
TC Bass Destination Charters
TC Bass Destination Charters
August is supposed to be better, we were on the early side for salmon but still did good!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
August is supposed to be better, we were on the early side for salmon but still did good!
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
If you get seasick take medicine beforehand. The captain recommended a patch that your doctor can prescribe if over the counter medicine is not enough.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you get seasick take medicine beforehand. The captain recommended a patch that your doctor can prescribe if over the counter medicine is not enough.
Prime Time Fishing Charters โ€“ Elk Rapids
Prime Time Fishing Charters โ€“ Elk Rapids
Absolutely had a great time with mega bite charters . Canโ€™t wait to try a full day trip next time
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Absolutely had a great time with mega bite charters . Canโ€™t wait to try a full day trip next time
Mega Bite Charters โ€“ 31โ€™
Mega Bite Charters โ€“ 31โ€™
Great time of year to catch lake trout with the chance at a few salmon too.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great time of year to catch lake trout with the chance at a few salmon too.
Big Kahuna Charters
Big Kahuna Charters
This was our first charter trip and we had a great experience, we would highly recommend Prime Time Fishing Charters.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
This was our first charter trip and we had a great experience, we would highly recommend Prime Time Fishing Charters.
Prime Time Fishing Charters โ€“ Elk Rapids
Prime Time Fishing Charters โ€“ Elk Rapids
A good guide makes all the difference. And Jordan is top-notch. Never a bad day in Grand Traverse Bay, but catching big, beautiful, tasty fish is next level! Loved every minute of it. And Jordan made it look easy (even though we know itโ€™s not)!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
A good guide makes all the difference. And Jordan is top-notch. Never a bad day in Grand Traverse Bay, but catching big, beautiful, tasty fish is next level! Loved every minute of it. And Jordan made it look easy (even though we know itโ€™s not)!
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
Absolutely the best. I did a lot of research and I am so glad we made this choice!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Absolutely the best. I did a lot of research and I am so glad we made this choice!
Pure Angling โ€“ Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
Pure Angling โ€“ Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
Weather was great and there were plenty of fish. All were small our day but was definitely fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Weather was great and there were plenty of fish. All were small our day but was definitely fish.
Daydreamer Fishing Charters
Daydreamer Fishing Charters
It was Rough catching day but at the end captain hunter made sure we took something home!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It was Rough catching day but at the end captain hunter made sure we took something home!
Big Kahuna Charters
Big Kahuna Charters