About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore, Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Trolling for salmon with Captain Dan is a thrilling experience on Michigan waters. Captain Dan is highly skilled at finding salmon, whether you’re targeting Chinook, Coho, or other species. He typically uses downriggers, divers, and planer boards to deploy an array of trolling setups, ensuring a higher chance of hooking into fish.

You’ll likely fish in Lake Michigan or surrounding waters known for abundant salmon populations. Captain Dan’s expertise ensures the boat stays at the optimal speed, usually between 2.5 to 3 mph, and the lures—spoons, flies, or cut bait rigs—are perfectly presented in the salmon’s strike zone.

The anticipation while waiting for the rod to bend is unmatched, and Captain Dan’s deck setup and coaching help even novice anglers succeed. His ability to read the water, adjust to conditions, and share tips makes for an unforgettable day on the lake.

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore, Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 14 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	6 Hours
1 Person	$775.00
2 People	$775.00
3 People	$775.00
4 People	$775.00
5 People	$775.00

Pay $100 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Dan S.

Outfitter

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Adventurous

Quality

Expert Oriented

About Your Guide

Dan S.

Outfitter

Captain Dan is anexperienced and passionate guide/captain, who delivers unforgettable fishing adventures on Michigan’s pristine waters. With years of expertise targeting salmon, steelhead, lake trout, and more, Captain Dan is committed to ensuring every angler—from beginners to seasoned pros—has a successful and enjoyable trip.

Specializing in Michigan’s top fishing destinations, Captain Dan combines expert knowledge, state-of-the-art equipment, and a personalized approach to help clients reel in trophy catches. Whether it’s battling Coho salmon in Lake Michigan or chasing chrome steelhead in local rivers, Dan offers a fishing experience that’s second to none.

Join Captain Dan for a professionally guided fishing trip that’s as much about creating memories as it is about catching fish. Book your adventure today and experience why Captain Dan is a favorite among anglers across the region.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

53 Inch Sturgeon

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Pizza

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

53 Inch Sturgeon

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Pizza

What’s your favorite movie?

Escanaba is Da Moonlight

What’s your favorite sports team?

Detroit Lions

How did you get started guiding?

Couldn’t get a real job so I started river guiding

What makes you different from other guides?

On time and patient

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Frankfort, Michigan

Areas Fished

Lake Michigan
Betsie Lake
Platte Bay

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Frankfort Salmon Fishing Charter

Boat Type: Utility Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Hewescraft
Year Built: 2022
Boat Length: 28'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Utility Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Hewescraft
Year Built: 2022
Boat Length: 28'
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 260
Number of Engines: 2

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore, Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 14 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Heavy Tackle Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

Bring license

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

This trip is managed by an outfitter. Dan will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is home to 1,600+ quality, vetted fishing and hunting guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.