Top Rated Fishing Charters in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Q: Who are the best rated guides in Grand Rapids?

Some of the best rated guides in Grand Rapids are: Reel-Tite Charter Captain Ted Charters Idle Time Charters On Target Fishing Guide Service Fly Fishing Michigan Rivers REEL’D IN OUTDOORS GUIDE SERVICE 2 B Caught Charters Reel Down Outfitters Getaway Fishing Charter & Guide Service All Jack'd Up Charters

Q: What are the top fishing types in Grand Rapids?

Some of the best trip types in Grand Rapids are: Inshore Fishing Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing River Fishing Shore Fishing Offshore Fishing

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

Some of the top fish species you can catch in Grand Rapids are: American Yellow Perch Bluegill Bowfin Brook Trout Brown Trout Channel Catfish Chinook Salmon Coho Salmon Common Carp Crappie

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.

Grand Rapids Fishing Charters (23 charters available)

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Michigan

11 years experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Customers rave about Matt's fish-finding expertise and consistent action all day

(43)

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

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Starts from$350

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Michigan

11 years experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Customers praise Zach's expertise in putting them on fish consistently with professional guidance

(21)

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

7 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$295

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Lake Michigan

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

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Terry and crew consistently find fish and deliver exceptional results with professional service

(15)

1-6 Guests

2-6 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$175

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Traverse City

23 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families

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Guests love Captain Jack's local knowledge and consistent big smallmouth bass catches

(18)

3-4 Guests

5-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$450

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Michigan

11 years experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers praise Bryan's expertise putting them on walleye and his fun, knowledgeable personality

(15)

1-6 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

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Starts from$315

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Muskegon

16 years experience

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Customers rave about Captain Ryan's salmon expertise and consistent catches on Lake Michigan

(11)

1-6 Guests

4-6 Hours

7 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$590

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Whitehall, Michigan

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

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Praised for putting clients on fish when others aren't marking and exceptional crew personalities

(10)

1-6 Guests

6 Hours

2 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$765

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Manistee, MI

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

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Praised for finding fish on tough days and excellent work with kids

(10)

1-6 Guests

5 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$650

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St. Joseph, MI

9 years experience • Nature / Wildlife Views

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Customers rave about Jarrod's expertise with kids and consistent salmon catches

(10)

6-8 Guests

4-7 Hours

11 Trips

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Starts from$450

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Grand Rapids

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Customers praise Derek's expertise and consistent fish-catching success

(7)

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

4 Trips

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Starts from$280

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Lake Michigan

9 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • I Tie My Own Flies • Saltwater Fishing • Bass Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Guests praise Ted's fishing expertise and patient teaching, even landing big salmon in tough conditions

(7)

8-15 Guests

5 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$700

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Grand Rapids

13 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Deep Sea Fishing

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Customers love Captain Tony's knowledge, dedication, and ability to put them on amazing fish

(6)

1-6 Guests

5 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$700

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Grand Rapids

5.0 / 5.0

Based on 177 reviews by Guidesly users

Patrick D

August 18, 2025

1 Guest

Awesome time with Cpt Ryan! We went 10 for 10 on salmon. Top notch!

Captain Ryan Art

Replied on May 24, 2026

Patrick D, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.

Muskegon

16 years experience

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Customers rave about Captain Ryan's salmon expertise and consistent catches on Lake Michigan

(11)

1-6 Guests

4-6 Hours

7 Trips

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Starts from$590

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Tom E

August 15, 2025

1 Guest

We were paired with Captain Kevin and First Mate Steve for our trip (Captain Bob is the owner and main contact). As inexperienced anglers who had never trolled on the lake before, we were in great hands. Kevin’s expertise was evident—he quickly set up our rods and knew exactly when the fish were biting. His passion for fishing really shows. During our half-day trip, we caught seven fish (2 Coho, 1 King, 4 trout). Kevin and Steve made it easy to relax and enjoy the day, going the extra mile to find as many fish as possible. I would highly recommend this charter for both novice and experienced anglers.

Lake Michigan

35 years experience

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Customers praise Captain Bob's expertise and consistent salmon catches on Lake Michigan

(17)

1-6 Guests

6-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available in 8 Months

Starts from$700

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Michael Munoz

August 11, 2025

1 Guest

This was my first fishing charter and let me tell you it won't be my last!! Myself and my buddy tore em up, I caught my personal best smallmouth and I wouldn't have been able to have done without our guide Matt. Matt is a very knowledgeable angler and he knows where to put you on the fish!! Give em a call and get on the water, you won't be disappointed!!

Michigan

11 years experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Customers rave about Matt's fish-finding expertise and consistent action all day

(43)

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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Trisha Hopkins

September 12, 2024

1 Guest

🤩Incredible time w "In The Box Fishing Charters!!" 🛥⚓️🛟Captain Jerrod & Captain Lilly were a fantastic Husband & Wife duo. 🎣Was able to catch a bunch of 7-8 lbs fish with my family. They took us out on 🌅 Lake Michigan, as they explained all the fishing gadgets they had on the boat and how to operate them. Afterward, they even cleaned & 🔪🐟 cut the fish (which was such a bonus)! We exchanged fishing 📖 stories & created some perfect fishing 👌🏾😏💭 memories! Definitely recommend "In The Box Fishing Charters" as you will not be disappointed ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

St. Joseph, MI

9 years experience • Nature / Wildlife Views

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Customers rave about Jarrod's expertise with kids and consistent salmon catches

(10)

6-8 Guests

4-7 Hours

11 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$450

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Matt M

September 2, 2024

1 Guest

Captain Chad put in the work and found the fish. We had a great time out on the water.

North Muskegon, MI

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

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Guests praise Captain Chad's work ethic in finding fish and the crew's fantastic energy

(3)

1-6 Guests

3-10 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$399

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Fishing Charters in Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Top Species

American Yellow Perch

Bluegill

Bowfin

Brook Trout

Brown Trout

Channel Catfish

Chinook Salmon

Coho Salmon

Common Carp

Crappie

Green Sunfish

Lake Trout

Largemouth Bass

Muskellunge

Northern Pike

Pink Salmon

Rainbow Trout

Redbreast Sunfish

Smallmouth Bass

Steelhead Trout

Walleye

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