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What anglers said about fishing in Lake Michigan

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 it’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 it’s not)!
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
Our excursion started out very slow but our Capt gave us some extra time and we caught our fish later. The lake was relatively calm, weather beautiful but apparently water temperatures varied which can affect the fish. I would try it again for sure.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Our excursion started out very slow but our Capt gave us some extra time and we caught our fish later. The lake was relatively calm, weather beautiful but apparently water temperatures varied which can affect the fish. I would try it again for sure.
Threel Seaker Charters
Threel Seaker Charters
This fishing experience will be beyond your imaginations! It is so much fun, and incredibly wonderful!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
This fishing experience will be beyond your imaginations! It is so much fun, and incredibly wonderful!!
Powderhorn Sportfishing 33'
Powderhorn Sportfishing 33'
Long pants might not be a bad idea as there may be some annoying flies landing on you if there is no wind and you are close to shore.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Long pants might not be a bad idea as there may be some annoying flies landing on you if there is no wind and you are close to shore.
Jawz-on Charter Services 36 foot
Jawz-on Charter Services 36 foot
You will catch more on an earlier charter but the sunset in the evening was gorgeous!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
You will catch more on an earlier charter but the sunset in the evening was gorgeous!
In The Box Fishing Charters
In The Box Fishing Charters
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 – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
Pure Angling – Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
Absolutely! The ride through the river, the lighthouse, and Lake Michigan is beautiful.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Absolutely! The ride through the river, the lighthouse, and Lake Michigan is beautiful.
Our Leg-A-Sea Charters
Our Leg-A-Sea Charters
Book a charter with Captain Joshua and Blue Harbor Charters and have an experience of a lifetime, in a comfortable, friendly, safe environment.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book a charter with Captain Joshua and Blue Harbor Charters and have an experience of a lifetime, in a comfortable, friendly, safe environment.
Blue Harbor Charters
Blue Harbor Charters
When you go fishing remember it's fishing. Some days are tougher than others. One day you can limit our, the next get nothing. Have fun and enjoy the water.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
When you go fishing remember it's fishing. Some days are tougher than others. One day you can limit our, the next get nothing. Have fun and enjoy the water.
Playin' Hooky Sportfishing Charters
Playin' Hooky Sportfishing Charters
Dress appropriately. Shorts and short sleeves work sometimes, but there were moments when I was glad I had long pants and sweatshirt. Ha! This was a family trip and we all had fun. That's what it's all about.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Dress appropriately. Shorts and short sleeves work sometimes, but there were moments when I was glad I had long pants and sweatshirt. Ha! This was a family trip and we all had fun. That's what it's all about.
Hold'em Sportfishing LLC
Hold'em Sportfishing LLC
Find a local Captain who knows the waters. Coho, Rainbows, and even Kings are great options in June. Be prepared to have to adjust based on the weather.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Find a local Captain who knows the waters. Coho, Rainbows, and even Kings are great options in June. Be prepared to have to adjust based on the weather.
Black Cloud Adventures
Black Cloud Adventures
Go with a quality charter. Fishing can get tough in mid June as the water temperature starts to increase.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go with a quality charter. Fishing can get tough in mid June as the water temperature starts to increase.
Top Dog Charters
Top Dog Charters
Watch weather and bring appropriate clothing. Could be hot or could be super chilly. Plan for both, it could make or break your trip
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Watch weather and bring appropriate clothing. Could be hot or could be super chilly. Plan for both, it could make or break your trip
Midnight Run Charters
Midnight Run Charters
We met our captain in Egg Harbor! The smallmouth fishing was better there.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We met our captain in Egg Harbor! The smallmouth fishing was better there.
Lure-In Fishing Guide – Sturgeon Bay
Lure-In Fishing Guide – Sturgeon Bay
If you’re fishing this area, plan for morning or evening if you want the best bite. Afternoon is always less predictable.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you’re fishing this area, plan for morning or evening if you want the best bite. Afternoon is always less predictable.
Jawz-on Charter Services 36 foot
Jawz-on Charter Services 36 foot
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's a lake. The weather is unpredictable. It was beautiful when we went but a bit windy. We did pretty good catching drum in the harbor though (wind kind of kept us from going offshore). If you're wanting to catch specific type of fish, just research what time of year to go. We had a great time regardless. The fishing was still decent though, the experience was great though, and the captain and charter we used were great.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It's a lake. The weather is unpredictable. It was beautiful when we went but a bit windy. We did pretty good catching drum in the harbor though (wind kind of kept us from going offshore). If you're wanting to catch specific type of fish, just research what time of year to go. We had a great time regardless. The fishing was still decent though, the experience was great though, and the captain and charter we used were great.
FishGH – Kingpin
FishGH – Kingpin
Bring a jacket because it does get cooler on the water as evening falls. We gave our kids Dramamine just to be safe. The boat was rocking enough to make the kids sleepy after a long day.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring a jacket because it does get cooler on the water as evening falls. We gave our kids Dramamine just to be safe. The boat was rocking enough to make the kids sleepy after a long day.
Hunt N Fish Charters
Hunt N Fish Charters
We lucked out with very calm Lake Michigan waters and perfect temp/sun mix for our weather
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We lucked out with very calm Lake Michigan waters and perfect temp/sun mix for our weather
Top Notch Sportfishing Charters
Top Notch Sportfishing Charters
No one in our group had much experience with fishing… That is not a problem on this charter… They made it easy!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
No one in our group had much experience with fishing… That is not a problem on this charter… They made it easy!
Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix 31'
Whitecap Charters – Charlevoix 31'