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Emily Highland
Emily Highland
Repeat angler
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified

Very accommodating!

Half Day Trip (Evening)2 adults

We arrived and Lake Michigan was unexpectedly very rough. Captain Johnny worked with us to reschedule our charter during our quick visit to Traverse City. He also gave us recommendations for the best area to go swimming. Limits were caught and fun was had!

Reported Catch
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Response from Charter operator

Thank you Emily, I hope you guys made it home safe. We had a great time spending a beautiful day on Lake Michigan with you guys.

Showtime Charters

Showtime Charters

Traverse City
Instant Confirmation
Free cancellation
Trips from
US $700

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Showtime Charters
Showtime Charters
5.0
(172)
31 ft
Group size 1 - 6
1 - 6
Fish 1
Fish 2
+2
4 hour trip • 6 persons
US $700

Rating

5.0
172 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

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    Great experience
  • 98%
    Family friendly
  • 100%
    Friendly captain
  • 100%
    Good boat
  • 99%
    Recommended
  • 98%
    Caught fish

All reviews (172)

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  • David Laake
    David Laake
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water!

    Half Day Trip - 11:30 AM • 5 adults

    Captain Johnny Barlow was great. He and his first mate made us feel welcome from the beginning. They did everything to help us have a good day. The smoke from the Canadian wild fires made visibility difficult but they kept searching for spots that allowed us to catch fish. We caught 9 on a maximum of 10 for our group. We had 2 others on the line but they got away. We could have had our maximum. All but one was caught in the last 2 hours of our 4 hour charter. A testament to their determination and knowledge of how to get success for us when others would have given up. The boat and gear were great and they kept the conversation lively. I completely recommend this fishing charter!

    Reported Catch
    Lake Trout
    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you David, we had a great time with yall as well. Looking forward to the next time.

  • Tyler Griswold
    Tyler Griswold
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Unforgettable Family Experience

    Half Day Trip • 5 adults • 3 children

    Captain Johnny Barlow and First Mate Ben Green were absolutely incredible. We booked our trip on a whim as a first charter fishing experience for my wife and kids and we couldnt have had a better experience. These guys were great with our kids, extremely professional, fun and obviously masters of their craft. Our first experience doing this as a family just turned into what will be an annual vacation tradition and booking again next year with Showtime and Captain Johnny! Thanks again for a great day on the water!

    Reported Catch
    Lake Trout
    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you Tyler!! We had a blast with you guys and are glad to hear you did too. Looking forward to next time out.

  • Jolynn Brant
    Jolynn Brant
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best trip ever with rough weather conditions!

    Half Day Trip - 11:30 AM • 5 adults • 2 children

    captain Jhonny and mate Alex where amazing with my kids and family, making the trip fun and memorable, even though the weather conditions where terrible we cough a few fish! recommend them for any family with little ones! i will for sure be reaching out to them for our girls trip as well!! they cleaned and cut our chatch!!! and they even took my boys to grind the “fish leftover parts!” 10/10 Happy fishing!!!

    Reported Catch
    Lake Trout
    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you, we had a great time and loved getting the kids on fish. looking forward to the next time as well.

  • Joseph Long
    Joseph Long
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Wow!

    Half Day Trip - 11:30 AM • 2 adults

    Captain John and First Mate Mike were awesome! Knowledgeable, fun, and worked hard to make our excursion memorable. We are going home with a cooler full of fish and would definitely book with them again.

    Reported Catch
    Lake Trout
    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you guys. I hope you enjoy the rest of your vacation. have fun at the Mack on Monday.

  • Donald Combs
    Donald Combs
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great Fishing Experience!

    Half Day Trip • 2 adults

    We were on fish in a matter of minutes. The Crew was very professional and personable. Very well maintained and clean boat. I will be using these guys again!!!

    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you guys. We had so much fun with you two. I hope the hiking and the rest of your trip goes great. We hope to see you again down the road. Safe travels.