Book your next trip with Ripple Effect Guide Service and find out what fishing in Traverse City is all about. Capt. Quinn was born and raised in Traverse City. Some may say he was mostly raised on the lakes and rivers surrounding Traverse City though.
"Great trip! We had a blast catching Walleye with Captain Quinn." — Josiah,
Fishing in Lake Michigan has never looked so good. Come trolling and catch your limit of Salmon and Trout in these peaceful waters. You will spend the day on board the 32' Chris Craft boat.
"Took my son and my parents out with Captain Alonzo and Tucker in early August and we had a great day on the water." — Andy,
Showtime Charters runs angling trips out of Traverse City and offers to show you what fishing the Great Lakes is all about. Captain Johnny Barlow is here to get you on some fish, and to make sure you have fun doing it.
"Captain Johnny Barlow was great. He and his first mate made us feel welcome from the beginning." — David,
🎣 Ready for an epic fishing adventure in Traverse City, Michigan? Join our guided fishing service, offering excursions within an hour of Traverse City.
"We had a great time on this salmon fishing trip. The weather was perfect and the leaves were in full color." — Eddie,
Book your next trip with J. Young Outdoors and find out what the fishing in Northern Michigan is all about.
"Captain Jordan is incredible. He was seriously focused on giving us the best chance for great fish, and we had action as soon as the first line hit the water." — David,
Book your next adventure with Daydreamer Fishing Charters and get ready to discover Lake Michigan with Captain Ben Orr! Your guide is a Traverse City native, born and raised, and has been running charters since 2003.
"We had a really great trip with Ben. He messaged me the night before to confirm and suggested that we leave an hour earlier because we might have better luck." — Todd,
Golden Hour Outdoors is here to show you the stunning waters of Northern Michigan. Having logged many hours on these waters, Captain Josh is prepared to put you on fish.
"We had an amazing experience with Golden Hour Outdoors! Our captain went above and beyond by starting our trip early so we would have the best possible chance of catching salmon, and it definitely paid off." — Ryan,
Join Prime Time Fishing Charters Trolling and Jigging for an unforgettable fishing experience out of Traverse City. We specialize in half and full day fishing charters on Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay from April to October.
"Captain Taylor gave my 2, 11 yr old boys and I a great time on the water." — Brandon,
Manistee River Fishing Company is here to show you the stunning waters of Traverse City. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Brad can tell you all about them.
"Brad was such a great guide. Extremely knowledgeable of the lake and where the fish were." — Jessie,
Traverse City, Michigan, stands as a premier freshwater fishing destination, renowned for its diverse fisheries across Grand Traverse Bay, Lake Michigan, and pristine inland waterways. Anglers target trophy lake trout, salmon, steelhead, and smallmouth bass in these nutrient-rich waters, with seasonal runs offering year-round opportunities. Spring brings aggressive steelhead and walleye, while summer heats up with lake trout and king salmon. Fall salmon migrations create world-class trolling action in the bay's deep, sheltered channels.
Charters operate from Elk Rapids to Clinch Park Marina, providing expert-guided trolling, jigging, and casting adventures across East and West Grand Traverse Bay. The Boardman River’s trout-filled currents and Boardman Lake’s walleye holes offer exceptional shore and kayak fishing. All-inclusive charters handle gear, bait, and cleaning, making trips ideal for families and seasoned anglers alike.
Beyond the bay, sparkling gems like Elk Lake and Lake Charlevoix deliver secluded lake trout and perch havens. With over 20 tournament-winning captains and 90% catch rates, Traverse City’s charters guarantee unforgettable battles against hard-fighting species amid Northern Michigan’s breathtaking blue waters.
