Where to leave from
33 towns in Michigan put boats on Lake Michigan. Each town page has its whole fleet, including the boats that do not name this water.
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Everything in South Haven7 charters here
South Haven
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Everything in Traverse City7 charters here
Traverse City
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Everything in Muskegon4 charters here
Muskegon
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Everything in St. Joseph4 charters here
St. Joseph
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Everything in Frankfort3 charters here
Frankfort
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Everything in Grand Haven3 charters here
Grand Haven
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Everything in New Buffalo3 charters here
New Buffalo
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Everything in Holland2 charters here
Holland
What they fish for
The species these 62 charters name alongside Lake Michigan on their own websites.
Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Brown Trout
Steelhead
Coho Salmon
Lake Trout
Walleye
Rainbow Trout
Northern Pike
MuskyWhat a trip costs
Across the 4 Lake Michigan towns that publish a rate, a half day is typically $725 — $475 to $825 depending on the port. That is the whole boat, not a seat, from 27 captains' own pricing pages.
Every charter that names Lake Michigan
South Haven7 charters
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Big Gills ChartersSouth Haven, MI
“Our trolling equipment includes quality gear from Okuma, Shimano, Talora, Tekota, and Cannon , allowing us to effectively target Lake Michigan salmon and trout throughout the season.” biggillscharters.com
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Captured Fishing ChartersSouth Haven, MI
“Captured Fishing Charters, based in the scenic town of South Haven, Michigan, offers unforgettable fishing adventures on the beautiful waters of Lake Michigan.” capturedfishingchartersllc.com
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Code Seeker CharterSouth Haven, MI
“At Code Seeker Charters, we’re constantly evolving to give you the best experience while you’re out there on Lake Michigan.” codeseekercharters.com
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IT IL DO ChartersSouth Haven, MI
“IT IL DO Charters & Red Baron Charters - South Haven Fishing Charter, Lake Michigan” itildocharters.com
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Lured Inn ChartersSouth Haven, MI
“If you're looking for a sunset cruise on Lake Michigan, Lured Inn is also available.” luredinncharters.com
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Rampage Fishing ChartersSouth Haven, MI
“Rampage offers exciting Great Lakes Fishing trips out of the Port of South Haven on Lake Michigan.” fishrampage.com
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ReelnHooksChartersSouth Haven, MI
“Salmon and Trout fishing trips on Lake Michigan” reelnhookscharters.com
Traverse City7 charters
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Central Coast AnglingTraverse City, MI
“I know nothing about fishing and I trusted him as he suggested we go salmon fishing in Lake Michigan.” centralcoastangling.com
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Daydreamer ChartersTraverse City, MI
“Charters in Lake Michigan leaving from Frankfort or Leland” fishdaydreamer.com
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Golden Hour OutdoorsTraverse City, MI
“We specialize in targeting lake trout, salmon, and cisco on the beautiful waters of Lake Michigan, running trips from May through October .” gho-adventures.com
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NOMI Fishing ChartersTraverse City, MI
“Depending on the time of year, we fish the productive waters of the Grand Traverse Bays and Lake Michigan to put you on the best bite.” northernmichiganfishing.com
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Reelin Leland Fishing ChartersTraverse City, MI
“Check out the options below and book your Lake Michigan charter fishing trip today!” reelinleland.com
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Storm Hawk Sport Fishing ChartersTraverse City, MI
“King Salmon Fishing Charters in Traverse City | Lake Michigan” stormhawksportfishing.com
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Ultimate Charter FishingTraverse City, MI
“Book your charter today for the ultimate Lake Michigan salmon and trout fishing experience!” theultimatecharterfishing.com
Muskegon4 charters
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Action Salmon ChartersMuskegon, MI
“Captain Art is committed to providing the best possible fishing experience on both Lake Michigan and Muskegon Lake to every man, woman or child that is on a fishing charter trip with him.” actionsalmoncharters.com
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Dead Reckoning Guide ServiceMuskegon, MI
“I have some late March and April dates still available before switching over to Lake Michigan.” deadreckoningguideservice.com
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Double Down Fishing CharterMuskegon, MI
“Lake Michigan salmon, steelhead & lake trout charters out of Muskegon, MI, with Captain Tim Anderson.” doubledownfishingcharter.com
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Lured In SportfishingMuskegon, MI
“Planning your first Lake Michigan charter?” luredinsportfishing.com
St. Joseph4 charters
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Coldwater ChartersSt. Joseph, MI
“Lake Michigan fishing charters, St.” coldwatercharters.com
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Fish Napper ChartersSt. Joseph, MI
“Lake Michigan fishing Michigan fishing charter St Joseph MI fishing” fishnappercharters.com
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Fish Stalker ChartersSt. Joseph, MI
“In short, she’s a prey-seeking, fish-finding machine, and she’s ready to provide you with the Lake Michigan fishing charter experience you’ve been waiting for.” fishstalker.net
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Joys of Nature ChartersSt. Joseph, MI
“Joseph & Lake Michigan | Joys of Nature Charters” joysofnaturemi.com
Frankfort3 charters
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Fin-Lander Sport Fishing ChartersFrankfort, MI
“Whether you’re aiming to catch king salmon on Lake Michigan or trout on Lake Huron, we’ll supply you with everything needed to make your fishing charter a success.” fin-lander.com
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Fish FrankfortFrankfort, MI
“Elite Salmon & Steelhead Charters on Lake Michigan” fishfrankfort.com
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Mi Hi ChartersFrankfort, MI
“Charters booked on Lake Michigan for salmon and trout fishing are held aboard the Tiara.” mihicharters.com
Grand Haven3 charters
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Danel SportfishingGrand Haven, MI
“Our fishing charters will be fished in all depths of Lake Michigan as well as in the Grand River depending on water temperature and spawning patterns.” fishgh.com
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Evolution ChartersGrand Haven, MI
“Heed the call of Lake Michigan with Evolution Charter Fishing & Sunset Cruises.” evolutioncharters.net
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Fishin Addiction ChartersGrand Haven, MI
“Thank you for your interest in our sportfishing charter services on Lake Michigan!” addictionsportfishing.com
New Buffalo3 charters
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Dialed-In ChartersNew Buffalo, MI
“By the 1990s he was fishing in a lot of tournaments and working several charter boats on Lake Michigan.” dialedinfishingcharters.com
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Fisher of Men ChartersNew Buffalo, MI
“When you book a charter with him, bring your fish stories and get ready for a great fishing adventure on Lake Michigan!” fisherofmensalmoncharters.com
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Get Hooked ChartersNew Buffalo, MI
“Whether it's a charter for the St Joseph River or Lake Michigan.” gethookedcharters.net
Holland2 charters
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Charter Michigan (CoHooker) Lake Michigan Sportfishing ChartersHolland, MI
“CoHooker is a Lake Michigan sportfishing charter service that specializes in the wholesome family recreation of salmon, trout and steelhead fishing on Lake Michigan.” chartermichigan.com
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SuFISHient ChartersHolland, MI
“Sailing out of Holland, Saugatuck, or Grand Haven, SuFISHient Charters is your best choice for top-notch fishing or simply enjoying the beauty of Lake Michigan.” sufishientcharters.com
Leland2 charters
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Leland FishingLeland, MI
“We start fishing in May primarily along the shoreline of Lake Michigan for lake trout and brown trout.” lelandfishing.com
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Mega Bite Charters LelandLeland, MI
“Lake Michigan is beautiful for Leland Charter Fishing , and the Mega-Bite Charter Fishing staff is the best for the job.” mb-charters-leland.com
Macatawa2 charters
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Black Pearl SportfishingMacatawa, MI
“We are focused on providing fun, safe and successful fishing excursions on Lake Michigan.” hollandsportfishing.com
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Rod Boss SportfishingMacatawa, MI
“And, charter fishing on Lake Michigan is an unforgettable experience.” rodbosssportfishing.com
Manistee2 charters
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Copperhead Sportfishing ChartersManistee, MI
“Manistee Charter Fishing on Lake Michigan” copperheadfishing.com
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Keepin' it Reel Fishing ChartersManistee, MI
“We sincerely want you to catch the big Lake Michigan fish you have always dreamed about reeling in.” keepinitreelcharters.net
Saugatuck2 charters
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Best Chance Too ChartersSaugatuck, MI
“The latest and greatest fishing equipment available on Lake Michigan!” bestchancetoo.com
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West Michigan Charter FishingSaugatuck, MI
“Picture this: You’ve finally booked that dream fishing trip on Lake Michigan.” westmichigancharterfishing.com
Acme1 charter
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True Blue ChartersAcme, MI
“We strive to give our charters the perfect and most safe day out on the beautiful Lake Michigan.” fishtrueblue.com
Benton Harbor1 charter
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Sea Hawk Fishing Charters St. JosephBenton Harbor, MI
“Contact Captain Russ and Sea Hawk Charters to ask about available dates, Lake Michigan trips, St.” fishseahawk.com
Bitely1 charter
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Northern Rivers OutfittersBitely, MI
“Targeting Salmon on Lake Michigan is a near sure way to get a good amount of high quality meat into your freezers!” northernriversoutfitters.com
Cadillac1 charter
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Reel Bratt Sportfishing ChartersCadillac, MI
“Taking dates for Salmon & Trout Charters starting as soon as Ice off on lower Lake Michigan to the end of May and then again from late July to middle of September, schedule your FishOn.” reelbratt.com
Carson City1 charter
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RB SportfishingCarson City, MI
“Late-summer guided salmon jigging trips out of top Lake Michigan ports (Ludington, Manistee, Muskegon, and more)” rbsportfishing.com
Davison1 charter
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Catchin Hell ChartersDavison, MI
“August we head across the state to fish Lake Michigan out of the Port of Ludington.” saginawbaywalleyecharter.com
Edmore1 charter
Elberta1 charter
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Andersen ChartersElberta, MI
“We specialize in guided fishing trips on the productive waters of Lake Michigan surrounding Frankfort — an area known for trophy salmon, lake trout, and steelhead.” andersensportfishingcharters.com
Grant1 charter
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West Michigan Guide ServiceGrant, MI
“Lake Michigan charter fishing trip for the whole group!” wmifishingguides.com
Holt1 charter
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Puddle Jumper ChartersHolt, MI
“We specialize in Lake Erie Fishing, as well as charters on Lake Michigan.” puddlejumperscharters.com
Ludington1 charter
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Hit The Mark ChartersLudington, MI
“If you are considering Ludington charter boat fishing on Lake Michigan, please contact us to book an exciting Ludington salmon fishing charter!” hitthemarkcharters.com
Onekama1 charter
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Sandpiper III Charter FishingOnekama, MI
“Enjoy a Half Day or Full Day Sportfishing Charter on the Sandpiper III, fishing Lake Michigan from the port of Onekama, Michigan” sandpiperfishingcharters.com
Potterville1 charter
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Genesis AnglingPotterville, MI
“Partial or Full-day Charters on Lake Michigan and Lake Erie” genesisangling.com
Shepherd1 charter
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Chromeseekers SportfishingShepherd, MI
“Frankfort Fishing Charters | Lake Michigan & Betsie River Guides with Chromeseekers - CHROMESEEKERS SPORTFISHING - WE GO WHERE THE FISH ARE!!!” chromeseekers.com
Sheridan1 charter
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Fish N Fowl Guide ServiceSheridan, MI
“Our goal for the trip is to make sure you have an enjoyable time on Lake Michigan while finding as many fish as we can.” fishnfowlguideservice.com
Spring Lake1 charter
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On The Fly ChartersSpring Lake, MI
“At On The Fly Charters , we specialize in salmon and trout fishing charters on Lake Michigan, launching from Grand Haven, Michigan .” ontheflycharters.com
Stanwood1 charter
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On Target FishingStanwood, MI
“The best part about targeting kings is the variety of techniques that work, from drifting spawn to swinging spoons, giving you plenty of chances to connect with these Lake Michigan trophies.” ontargetfishing.com
Stronach1 charter
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Blue Collar Charters And Guide ServiceStronach, MI
“Embark on a thrilling angling journey with Blue Collar Fishing Charter, where the expansive waters of Lake Michigan and the flowing beauty of the Big Manistee River become your playground.” bluecollarguideservice.com
Thompsonville1 charter
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Freddie B Manistee Fishing ChartersThompsonville, MI
“Freddie B Sportfishing Charters is based out of the Manistee area on Lake Michigan and offers full service guided Manistee charter fishing and Lake Michigan fishing charters.” freddiebfishingcharters.com
Twin Lake1 charter
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Getting Bit Guide ServiceTwin Lake, MI
“Lake Trout are available near the lake shore of Lake Michigan.” gettingbitguideservice.com
Williamsburg1 charter
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Big Kahuna ChartersWilliamsburg, MI
“Take a charter boat out onto Grand Traverse Bay on Lake Michigan with the professionals at Big Kahuna Charters, Traverse City’s premier charter boat fishing company.” bigkahunacharter.com
Every charter on this page names Lake Michigan on its own website, and the sentence it used is quoted above with a link to the page it came from. We did not decide who fishes here; they did.