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Deep Sea, Lake Fishing in Sheboygan

Sheboygan Lake Michigan Fishing

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36 ft 1 - 12 People From $507
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Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea, Lake Fishing in Sheboygan

Trolling For Salmon Trout

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36 ft 1 - 12 People From $649
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Lake Fishing in Sheboygan

Salmon & Trout Fishing (Mon - Thu)

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28 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
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Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Lake Fishing in Sheboygan

Weekend Salmon & Trout Fishing

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28 ft 1 - 12 People From $600
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Deep Sea, Lake Fishing in Port Washington

12-Hour Full Moon Night Fishing

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28 ft 1 - 5 People From $1,075
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Lake Fishing in Port Washington

Lake Michigan Salmon & Trout

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28 ft 1 - 5 People From $575

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Lake Michigan Salmon & Trout (4 Hr)

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Deep Sea, Lake Fishing in Whitehall

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33 ft 1 - 6 People From $975
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Deep Sea, Lake Fishing in Milwaukee

Salmon & Trout On Lake Michigan

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32 ft 1 - 12 People From $950
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Inshore, Lake Fishing in Milwaukee

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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in Lake Michigan

What are the best artificial lure fishing trips in Lake Michigan?

The best artificial lure fishing trips in Lake Michigan are:

Why should I book an artificial lure fishing trip in Lake Michigan with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 65 artificial lure fishing trips in Lake Michigan, and the most popular trips in the area are Sheboygan Lake Michigan Fishing guided by David, Trolling For Salmon Trout guided by Brian, and Salmon & Trout Fishing (Mon - Thu) guided by Jeremy.

Our guides in Lake Michigan are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 9494 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 Lake Michigan? Check out our beginner and family friendly artificial lure fishing guides in Lake Michigan.

What types of artificial lure fishing trips are common in Lake Michigan?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for artificial lure fishing in Lake Michigan as well as lake fishing, nearshore fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for artificial lure fishing in Lake Michigan are: 1. chinook salmon, 2. coho salmon, 3. lake trout, 4. brown trout, and 5. steelhead.

How much does a Lake Michigan artificial lure fishing fishing trip cost?

Prices for artificial lure fishing in Lake Michigan can range anywhere from about $600 to $2,360, but the average price for a half day trip for artificial lure fishing in Lake Michigan is $918. The average price for a full day trip for artificial lure fishing in Lake Michigan is $1,551.

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 Lake Michigan?

The most popular season to go on a artificial lure fishing trip in Lake Michigan is summer, and most anglers book their trips 30 days in advance.

Do I need a Lake Michigan fishing license and what are the bag limits in Lake Michigan?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with super friendly and kind staff. We had to cut our trip short, no fault to staff. Wife got "sea" sick. They were very kind and very understanding. Did all they could to try and make her as comfortable as they could. We were still able to bring in some nice fish.

    Mark C. | September 16, 2026

    Trip: Sheboygan Lake Michigan Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great fishing trip! Stephen and Sparky couldn’t have been more confident and we did really well. A great time had by all.

    Bill | September 12, 2026

    Trip: Lake Michigan Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Jon and Kristi are a great duo, very friendly skillful and knew how to put us right on fish quick, and will work around bad weather conditions to make sure you have a great time catching fish. Will definitely be going back out with Jon and Kristi again.

    Mark G. | August 31, 2026

    Trip: Ludington Fishing Charters

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time. He was very nice and answered all of my many questions and even did more than he had to. Our very 1st time and it was very fun. Would recommend using his charter to anyone wanting to fish.

    Todd C. | August 26, 2026

    Trip: Freshwater Drum Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Trip was awesome. Caught really big fish. Jeremy really knows what he's doing

    Greg C. | August 24, 2026

    Trip: Salmon & Trout Fishing (Mon - Thu)

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