If you're here to make the most of fishing on the big Manistee River and the lower Betsie River, look no further than Steelhead Nation Outfitters. Your guide for the day is Captain Anthony, offering years of sportfishing experience.
"It was my 2nd year fishing with Capt Anthony. I highly recommend him." — Donald,
Check out what Manistee River is all about with Manistee River Fishing Company! This beautiful river is nestled in the natural world of Michigan, right in the heart of the Manistee / Huron National Forrest, and what better way to explore it than with an e
"my nine year old grandson wanted to catch a big fish. well he jumped out of bed bright and early and was ready to go." — Ken,
Are you in the mood for a memorable fishing experience? Manistee River Fishing Company makes it their mission to put you on exciting fishing action on the productive waters of Manistee River and surrounding water! Captain Brad, who will be your guide, is
"My friend Kyle and I were ale to book a salmon trip wth Captain Brad of Manistee fishing company over Labor Day weekend!" — Brian,
There's a fish with your name on it in Brethren and Majestic Michigan Charters will help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Josh is prepared to put you on fish.
"Even though we didnt catch any fish, it was still an amazing day on the water." — Clayton,
Due North Guide Service is located in Brethren and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Come on aboard with Capt. Brian, whose main priority is to get you on some fish.
"Brain was very knowledgeable and willing to share his expertise with both my son and I." — Kimberly,
I am located in Wellston Michigan and primarly do most my guiding on The Big Manistee river. I offer guided trips for salmon, steelhead, trout, smallmouth bass and pike. All fishing equipment is supplied by me.
"It was fishing....not catching. However, I did. manage to land a very nice, clean, steelhead." — Randall,
Northern michigan has a fish with your name on it, so let Fins, Furs & Feathers help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these waters, Captain Rj can tell you all about them.
"Captain RJ gave our city boy crew an awesome education in fishing in the Michigan lakes…one of our cousins caught 8 Bass in a row using the techniques from Captain RJ—we all continued to catch some fish." — Dan,
If you're ready to start fishing in Brethren, we've got you covered with Steelhead Fanatics Guide Service. Captain James will be your guide, which means you'll tap into years of knowledge and experience.
"James was a great Captain, he worked very hard to get us fish, but it seemed today nobody was catching many fish, he even gave us extra time to try to get us some fish, he had what was probably the best boat on the water, and all of his equipment was top-notch." — Mark,
Brethren has a fish with your name on it, so let Double D Fishing Charters help you catch it! This is river fishing for Salmon and Steelhead on the Big Manistee River.
"We met Dale at the launch at 3:30 and by 4:00 we were catching fishing." — Adam,
Wellston, Michigan, stands as a premier destination for anglers seeking diverse and year-round fishing adventures in the heart of the Manistee National Forest. Nestled along renowned waterways like the Big Manistee River, Pere Marquette River, and Bear Creek, this region offers exceptional opportunities for trophy brown trout, rainbow trout, steelhead, and salmon. Spring brings energetic steelhead runs from March to April, while late summer heralds the arrival of salmon. Fall transitions to lake-run browns and steelhead, with winter fishing sustaining action through February.
The area's proximity to Lake Michigan further expands the possibilities, with charters targeting Chinook and Coho Salmon from May through October. Inland lakes and rivers teem with abundant Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, and Perch, particularly during the warmer months. Professional guides provide expert access to these fertile waters, combining local knowledge with top-tier equipment for both fly-fishing enthusiasts and conventional anglers. Wellston's pristine forests and clear rivers create an idyllic backdrop for unforgettable fishing experiences across all seasons.
