Top Rated Fishing Charters in Detroit, Michigan

Q: Who are the best rated guides in Detroit?

Some of the best rated guides in Detroit are: Dream Catchers Charters Loaded Rod Charters Angler One Charters Force Feed'n Charter Fishing Tail Annihilators Guide Service Windrift Sport Fishing Pursuit Sport Fishing Charters Reel Fish'n LLC Fishing Buddies Tank City

Q: What are the top fishing types in Detroit?

Some of the best trip types in Detroit are: Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing River Fishing Inshore Fishing Offshore Fishing Bird hunting Hunting from Blinds Shore Fishing

Q: What are the top species I can catch in Detroit?

Some of the top fish species you can catch in Detroit are: American Yellow Perch Atlantic Sailfish Atlantic Salmon Black Bullhead Bluegill Bowfin Brown Bullhead Brown Trout Burbot Channel Catfish

Q: Do I need experience to go on a Fishing Charter?

Absolutely not! Most charter captains welcome anglers of all skill levels and specialize in teaching beginners. Many charters are family-friendly and will teach basic fishing techniques, help with equipment, and ensure everyone has a great time. Let your captain know your experience level when booking so they can tailor the trip accordingly.

Detroit Fishing Charters (45 charters available)

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Lake Huron

25 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers rave about Captain Doug's walleye expertise and consistent limit catches

(31)

4-6 Guests

5-7 Hours

5 Trips

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Starts from$450

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Detroit

32 years experience

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Customers praise Steve's musky expertise and consistent fish-catching success

(10)

1-5 Guests

6-8 Hours

5 Trips

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Starts from$750

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Harrison Township, MI, United States

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Praised for multi-species success, great with kids, and expert local knowledge

(5)

1-5 Guests

4-6 Hours

14 Trips

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Starts from$475

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Detroit, MI

37 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Guests praise Captain Z's local knowledge and consistent limit catches on Detroit River

(9)

1-4 Guests

4-7 Hours

6 Trips

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Starts from$450

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Lake Michigan

10 years experience

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for expert fish-finding skills and comfortable pontoon with consistent salmon catches

(7)

1-6 Guests

6 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$575

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Detroit

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Customers praise the knowledgeable crew who consistently get clients on fish

(7)

6-8 Guests

3-12 Hours

12 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$450

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New Buffalo, MI, United States

22 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Live Bait • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Customers praise Captain Michael's expertise and passion for successful fishing adventures

(9)

1-6 Guests

4-5 Hours

2 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$520

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Great Lakes

16 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Guests praise Mike's local knowledge and ability to find fish within minutes

(9)

1-6 Guests

6 Hours

5 Trips

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Starts from$500

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La Salle, MI

34 years experience

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Guests rave about Captain Bob's unmatched local knowledge and impressive trophy catches

(5)

1-3 Guests

5-6 Hours

2 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$400

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Michigan

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Customers praise Nate's expertise and ability to find fish across multiple lake systems

(13)

1-3 Guests

4 Hours

1 Trip

Available This Week

Starts from$500

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Muskegon River

6 years experience • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • I Tie My Own Flies • Bass Fishing • Fly Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Customers rave about Dan's local river knowledge and consistent fish catches

(22)

1-2 Guests

4-7 Hours

11 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$235

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Lake Murray

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Customers rave about Allen's expertise and consistent striped bass success on Lake Murray

(7)

1-6 Guests

6 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$400

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Ratings & Reviews Summary in Detroit

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Fishing in Detroit, Michigan offers diverse freshwater opportunities across Lake Erie, Lake St. Clair, Anchor Bay, and the Detroit River. Anglers target walleye, white bass, catfish, perch, pike, musky, and impressive sturgeon up to four feet long. Multi-species trips allow guests to land several different fish per outing, with many reporting catches within minutes of reaching productive spots. Families find Detroit fishing particularly welcoming, with guides demonstrating patience teaching children and beginners effective techniques. Local captains bring extensive knowledge of these waters, using quality equipment including fish finders and live bait to consistently locate fish even on challenging days. The combination of well-planned trips, professional service, and educational approach creates memorable experiences that keep guests returning for multiple charters throughout the season.

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Detroit

5.0 / 5.0

Based on 108 reviews by Guidesly users

Bert Pulaski

August 28, 2026

1 Guest

They definitely know where the fish. We’re talking within minutes of stopping the boat we were catching fish. Bring small kids along and they will have a blast. Would definitely use again.

Lake Murray

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Customers rave about Allen's expertise and consistent striped bass success on Lake Murray

(7)

1-6 Guests

6 Hours

6 Trips

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Starts from$400

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Chris Cook

July 28, 2025

1 Guest

Both the captain and the 1st mate were so accommodating and helped all of us have a great experience on a hot day when the fish were not biting. They worked their tails off to find the right spot and the right bait. We all were able to catch at least 4 fish each and even the ones we did not keep were so fun to catch. We ended up catching 18 good sized Walleye and the best part is they cleaned and bagged them for us.These are very experienced fishermen and they are so kind and patient. I will very easily book this again when I'm in the area. I highly recommend!!

Captain Doug McQueen

Replied on August 3, 2026

Chris Cook, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.

Lake Huron

25 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about Captain Doug's walleye expertise and consistent limit catches

(31)

4-6 Guests

5-7 Hours

5 Trips

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Starts from$450

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Robert

July 6, 2025

Trip taken July 5, 2025

BackCountry, PM - 4 hrs Trip

4:00 AM - 8:00 AM

6 Guests

We had a great time and Captain John John’s was excellent. Timely, nice boat and LOTS of fish. Thanks again John

Michigan

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Nate's expertise and ability to find fish across multiple lake systems

(13)

1-3 Guests

4 Hours

1 Trip

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Starts from$500

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Aaron U.

June 19, 2025

1 Guest

We had a great time—everyone caught fish! Fun experience, and Jack even helped us out with rain gear. Highly recommend!

Detroit

6 years experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Guests love Captain Jack's expertise and consistent Walleye catches on his high-tech boat

(7)

4-8 Guests

4 Hours

5 Trips

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Starts from$400

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Sarah F.

August 31, 2024

1 Guest

Caught 2 while reeling in ya can't really beat that... I'd recommend

West Olive, MI

25 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families

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Customers praise Dan's expertise and incredible fishing success on Lake Michigan

(9)

1-5 Guests

6 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$400

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Fishing Charters in Detroit, Michigan

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Top Species

American Yellow Perch

Atlantic Sailfish

Atlantic Salmon

Black Bullhead

Bluegill

Bowfin

Brown Bullhead

Brown Trout

Burbot

Channel Catfish

Chinook Salmon

Cisco

Coho Salmon

Common Carp

Crappie

Flathead Catfish

Freshwater Drum

Grass Carp

Lake Sturgeon

Lake Trout

Lake Whitefish

Largemouth Bass

Longnose Gar

Muskellunge

Northern Pike

Picked Dogfish

Pink Salmon

Rainbow Trout

Sheepshead

Smallmouth Bass

Sockeye Salmon

Steelhead Trout

Striped Bass

Walleye

White Bass

White Catfish

White Perch

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