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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in St. Joseph

Why should I book an artificial lure fishing trip in St. Joseph with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 11 artificial lure fishing trips in St. Joseph, and the most popular trips in the area are Lake Michigan With Captain Jerry guided by Jerry, Lake Macatawa Sheepshead Trip guided by Tim, and Weekday Fishing Trip guided by Gintas.

Our guides in St. Joseph are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5945 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 artificial lure fishing guides / fishing lessons in St. Joseph? Check out our beginner and family friendly artificial lure fishing guides in St. Joseph.

What types of artificial lure fishing trips are common in St. Joseph?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for artificial lure fishing in St. Joseph as well as lake fishing, deep sea fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for artificial lure fishing in St. Joseph are: 1. freshwater drum, 2. walleye, 3. brown trout, 4. chinook salmon, and 5. coho salmon.

How much does a St. Joseph artificial lure fishing fishing trip cost?

Prices for artificial lure fishing in St. Joseph can range anywhere from about $585 to $2,000, but the average price for a half day trip for artificial lure fishing in St. Joseph is $990. The average price for a full day trip for artificial lure fishing in St. Joseph is $1,424.

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 on a artificial lure fishing trip in St. Joseph?

The most popular season to go on a artificial lure fishing trip in St. Joseph is winter, and most anglers book their trips 31 days in advance.

Do I need a St. Joseph fishing license and what are the bag limits in St. Joseph?

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

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  • ★★★★★
    Tim is a great captain. He put us in the best position to catch fish even though conditions were not ideal. He made it a great trip for me and my daughter.

    Michael W. | June 15, 2025

    Trip: Lake Macatawa Trophy Sheepshead

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