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The 5 Best Lake Michigan Fishing Charters

The 5 Best Lake Michigan Fishing Charters

Lake Michigan fishing charters are abundant, but they are not all the same. The Big Lake is home to some of the best sport fishing in all of America. From walleye trolling to musky hunting, from perch jerkin to smallmouth jigging: it has it all. It can also be overwhelming, and when you want to be sure you'll catch some of the more elusive species like salmon, steelhead, or rainbow trout in deep water, you should enlist the help of a professional.If you're interested in booking Lake Michigan fishing charters you need to consider safety, cost, comfort, and most importantly: fish catching abilities. Here are the 5 best Lake Michigan Fishing Charters on the entire Big Lake.

1. TRG Outdoors - Green Bay, WI

Northeastern Wisconsin is one of the premiere fisheries for both walleye and musky, and Captain Ryan Grant knows it better than anyone. Lake Michigan fishing charters don't all have to venture offshore in a supersized vessel when you're this dialed in. Peruse the honey holes even the locals don't know about. Your best bet at a monster musky anywhere up north is right here on this very boat.

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2. Big Kahuna Charters - Grand Traverse Bay, MI

The Big Kahuna has been roaming the Michigan side of Lake Michigan for years. Their team of captains all have at least 20 years of experience, and have been featured on national television for their fishing knowledge. With the abundance of species in The Big Lake, they offer a variety of charters, but you can expect a day full of bent rods with any target.

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3. Rodzilla Lake Michigan Fishing Charters - Petoskey, MI

Rodzilla is Captained by Don Mapes, one of the most likable captains on the entire lake. He fosters a fun, safe environment perfect for everything from a family outing to a bachelor party. Active or retired military receive discounts, and his 20+ years of experience means how knows exactly where to find King Salmon, Coho Salmon, Lake Trout, Steelhead, Walleye, & more.

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4. Fire Drill Charters - Michigan City, IN

Located in Heisman Harbour, Fire Drill Charters team is a great getaway for offshore fishing anyone from the South Bend of Lake Michigan can appreciate. Up to 6 people can join a charter, targeting Coho, Kings, and more. Take turns reeling the fish in while you troll, or maybe you'll get lucky and have a "fire drill" of your own when multiple rods bend at once!

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BONUS CHARTER: Bama Breeze - Winthrop Harbor, IL

The Bama Breeze is captained by MTB Employee Josh Slawkin, a lifelong Illinois resident, and one of the more knowledgeable captains on the entire lake. Bama Breeze, located a stone's throw from Chicago, also offers a full money back guarantee on catches. If Captain Josh doesn't put you on fish, you don't pay. Perfect for a bachelor party, family outing, or trophy salmon hunt, Bama Breeze is the premier Lake Michigan fishing charter.

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Updated March 9th, 2018 at 4:42 PM CT