Lake Michigan Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Lake Michigan

Lenny Vaughan
Manistee, Michigan
Reported: 8 months ago

The fishing is good on the Manistee River right mow. The next 3 weeks are prime time. I will be putting the big lake boat in April 4th. So, I will be available for charters on Lake Michigan as well. My schedule is pretty wide open. So some trips would...

Lenny Vaughan Manistee, Michigan Reported: 8 months ago

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Bailey Adamavich
Baraboo, Wisconsin
Reported: 1 year ago

King salmon bite is picking up. Smallmouth bass fishing continues to be outstanding as well!

Bailey Adamavich Baraboo, Wisconsin Reported: 1 year ago

King salmon bite is picking up. Smallmouth bass fishing continues to be outstanding as well!

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Bailey Adamavich
Baraboo, Wisconsin
Reported: 1 year ago

The smallmouth bass bite has been insane lately. Landing 30+ fish each trip. Transitioning soon into king salmon towards the end of Sept and into October.

Bailey Adamavich Baraboo, Wisconsin Reported: 1 year ago

The smallmouth bass bite has been insane lately. Landing 30+ fish each trip. Transitioning soon into king salmon towards the end of Sept and into October.

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Dan Scheid
Whitehall, Michigan
Reported: 2 years ago

Both boats are on their way to dock with limits tonight. Salmon fishing doesn't get any better

Dan Scheid Whitehall, Michigan Reported: 2 years ago

Both boats are on their way to dock with limits tonight. Salmon fishing doesn't get any better

Chinook Salmon Fishing in Whitehall, Michigan

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Fred Bolton
Thompsonville, Michigan
Reported: 2 years ago

Ah spring has come to North Central Lake Michigan the Brown Trout are snapping along the beaches and harbor break walls from Ludington to Frankfort Michigan.

Fred Bolton Thompsonville, Michigan Reported: 2 years ago

Ah spring has come to North Central Lake Michigan the Brown Trout are snapping along the beaches and harbor break walls from Ludington to Frankfort Michigan.

Brown Trout Fishing in Manistee, Michigan

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Lenny Vaughan
Manistee, Michigan
Reported: 2 years ago

Steelhead fishing is starting to pick up on the Manistee River. With the warmer temperatures arriving. The fishing will get very good in the weeks to come.

Lenny Vaughan Manistee, Michigan Reported: 2 years ago

Steelhead fishing is starting to pick up on the Manistee River. With the warmer temperatures arriving. The fishing will get very good in the weeks to come.

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Lenny Vaughan
Manistee, Michigan
Reported: 2 years ago

The steelhead fishing has been very good. With the warmer temperatures next week the bite will only get better.

Lenny Vaughan Manistee, Michigan Reported: 2 years ago

The steelhead fishing has been very good. With the warmer temperatures next week the bite will only get better.

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George Cini
Monroe, Michigan
Reported: 3 years ago

Fall fishing boat is hot. Seeing bigger fish! Book your trip today.

George Cini Monroe, Michigan Reported: 3 years ago

Fall fishing boat is hot. Seeing bigger fish! Book your trip today.

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The trip with Captain Fred was great! My boys enjoyed immensely as did I ! I highly recommend Fred but I also highly recommend using a different platform, this one charges too much, 15% from the captain and another $72 from the client. $200 is a a quarter of the cost of the trip charge . Airbnb and Vrbo don’t charge that much.
Andrew P. | September 2, 2025

Trip: Manistee Salmon Slam
★★★★★
What a trip! Josh and his team were so great - we had an unforgettable 4 hours. You guys really made my day today!
Jung-Hoon L. | July 29, 2025

Trip: 4-7 Hour Trip
★★★★★
Captain Dave and First Mate Quinn were awesome! Very knowledgeable and friendly! They made it feel like we've been friends for a long time. The excitement from Capt. Dave every time a fish was on the line made it even more fun. Would definitely recommend these guys if you're looking for a charter!!
Becky B. | May 27, 2025

Trip: Sheboygan Lake Michigan Fishing
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When you consider a fishing charter, you should consider the abilities and experience of the Captain himself. Captain Jeremee has a wealth of knowledge that will benefit you and your entire group on a trip with him. He studies water intensely, water and weather conditions, the fish behavior, the up to the minute conditions and applies a tremendous skill set to meet your needs. Jeremee works well with even the young an inexperienced fisherman. Would you rather have Deshawn Watson or Jared Goff as your quarterback? Jeremee is a standout elite captain that will be my quarterback for many years to come. Please take it from an experienced fisherman that has had many outings with other Captains across the country including salt water excursions. Captain Jeremee is the real deal!
Christopher L. | October 20, 2024

Trip: Salmon & Trout Fishing
★★★★★
Mate Jeremy and Captain Issac were an awesome team. My son, grandson and I caught 9 fish....7 kings and 2 rainbows. Biggest king was 41.5 inches long. Great trip!!
Skip T. | July 17, 2023

Trip: Lake Michigan Charter Adventure
★★★★★
Absolutely fantastic trip with Shane. He explained everything we needed to know and set expectations before the trip and was easy to find when we got there. Super knowledgable, patient, and fun, his boat was clean and he was extremely efficient. Learned a lot, got on some major trout and salmon action, and had a blast. Looking forward to the next time we can get out there with him!
Shawna S. | September 20, 2022

Trip: Kenosha Salmon Hookfest

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