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Lake Trout Fishing Guides
Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip
What are the best lake trout fishing trips?
The best lake trout fishing trips are:
Why should I book a lake trout fishing trip with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 43 lake trout trips, and the most popular trips are Morning/Afternoon Trip (6 hrs) guided by Ryan, Lake Michigan 4 Hour Twilight guided by Josh, and Lake Michigan Charter Adventure guided by Dan.
Our guides are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3716 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 lake trout guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly lake trout guides.
What types of lake trout fishing trips are common?
Lake fishing is the most popular type of fishing for lake trout as well as river fishing and nearshore fishing.
The most common fishing techniques are trolling, light tackle fishing, and artificial lure fishing but heavy tackle fishing and bottom fishing are popular as well.
How much does a lake trout fishing trip cost?
Prices for lake trout can range anywhere from about $550 to $1,500, but the average price for a half day trip for lake trout is $818. The average price for a full day trip for lake trout is $1,070.
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 lake trout fishing?
The most popular season for lake trout fishing is summer, and most anglers book their trips 64 days in advance.
Do I need a fishing license for lake trout and what are the bag limits for lake trout?
See here for more information on lake trout fishing licenses, lake trout bag limits, and fishing season regulations for lake trout. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right lake trout rules and regulations.
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