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Bass/Musky Combo Trip

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31 ft 1 - 5 People From $900
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6 Hr Smallmouth Bass Trip

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31 ft 1 - 5 People From $700
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Walleye & Multi-Species Trip

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31 ft 1 - 10 People From $800
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Harsens Island Trolling Trip

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22 ft 1 - 3 People From $575
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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $350

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Small Mouth Bass Trips

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30 ft 1 - 12 People From $780
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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in St. Clair Shores

What are the best smallmouth bass fishing trips in St. Clair Shores?

The best smallmouth bass fishing trips in St. Clair Shores are:

Why should I book a smallmouth bass fishing trip in St. Clair Shores with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 17 smallmouth bass trips in St. Clair Shores, and the most popular trips in the area are Bass/Musky Combo Trip guided by Kurt, 6 Hr Smallmouth Bass Trip guided by Kurt, and Walleye & Multi-Species Trip guided by Kurt.

Our guides in St. Clair Shores are rated a 4.83 out of 5 based on 9154 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly smallmouth bass guides / fishing lessons in St. Clair Shores? Check out our beginner and family friendly smallmouth bass guides in St. Clair Shores.

What types of smallmouth bass fishing trips are common in St. Clair Shores?

Lake fishing is the most popular type of fishing for smallmouth bass in St. Clair Shores.

The most common fishing techniques in St. Clair Shores are drift fishing, light tackle fishing, and live bait fishing but artificial lure fishing and trolling are popular as well.

How much does a St. Clair Shores smallmouth bass fishing trip cost?

Prices for smallmouth bass in St. Clair Shores can range anywhere from about $520 to $1,980, but the average price for a half day trip for smallmouth bass in St. Clair Shores is $818. The average price for a full day trip for smallmouth bass in St. Clair Shores is $1,314.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for smallmouth bass fishing in St. Clair Shores?

The most popular season for smallmouth bass fishing in St. Clair Shores is summer, and most anglers book their trips 44 days in advance.

Do I need a St. Clair Shores fishing license for smallmouth bass and what are the bag limits for smallmouth bass in St. Clair Shores?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in St. Clair Shores, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in St. Clair Shores. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in St. Clair Shores.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Kurt and his Dad were great guides. Very personable and worked really hard for us to have a successful day. The first day was hard fishing with the wind. We did not catch but a couple of fish but not do to their lack of trying. Somedays it is indeed fishing not catching. Our second day made up to it. We caught 3 muskies and 5 small mouth, lots of perch and a nice walleye. Great guys that went above and beyond.

    Kim C. | August 6, 2026

    Trip: Walleye & Multi-Species Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Book your trip with Mike today & catch more beauties like the ones below. Mike is professional,accommodating, friendly & his know how is unmatched!! More than a 5 star rating! Ill definitely go back on a trip with Mike ASAP.

    Robert C. | June 25, 2026

    Trip: Small Mouth Bass Trips

  • ★★★★★
    The trip is great! Kurt and his dad are very welcoming and do a great job of making sure everyone is enjoying themselves. We went on the bass trip and caught 25 between the 4 of us. Most of them were TANKS. A 5 pounder was caught as well. Very recommended for a family or group of friends. Musky trip next !

    Arron W. | June 16, 2026

    Trip: 6 Hr Smallmouth Bass Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Bob went above and beyond trying to put us on some fish. Eventually we were able to pull some in. Not the mother load but a great time just the same! My 9 year old is now hooked (yes pun intended) on walleye fishing. Thanks, BJ, Beth, and Gus

    B J. | August 14, 2025

    Trip: Prime Time Lake Erie Walleye

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent trip

    Kyle W. | June 19, 2024

    Trip: Prime Time Lake Erie Walleye

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