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“The best time to go fishing is when you can get away.” ~ Robert Traver
WHETHER you want to fly fish, hire a charter, toss a line from a dock or bring your own fishing boat and spend the day on the lake, the Petoskey Area is a fisherman’s dream. Walloon Lake yields bass and walleye. Petoskey’s Bear River plays host to brown trout, salmon and steelhead. Head to Lake Charlevoix in Boyne City for walleye, smallmouth bass, yellow perch, bluegills and rock bass. In Alanson, you can reel in largemouth bass, yellow perch, northern pike, walleye and bluegill. And those who hit Little Traverse Bay will likely pull in trout, salmon, brown trout and steelhead. There are also numerous lesser-known lakes and streams where you can try your luck. The Fishing Report and DNR licensing information is available online.
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Boyne Outfitters Boyne Mountain Resort, Boyne Falls 844.773.8321 ~ boyneoutfitters.com Whether it is chasing wild browns or rainbows, Boyne Outfitters will provide you with patient, knowledgeable guides. CC Guide Service Harbor Springs 231.330.5762 ~ croffcraft.com Explore northern Michigan’s premier trout waters in a custom-built cedar drift boat. New fly fishermen, or seasoned anglers, will find our northern rivers and streams have much to offer anyone seeking elusive trout. Visit the website for rates and complete details. Hewitt’s Guide Service 805 Second Street, Boyne City 231.582.2202 ~ 231.675.3523 ~ fishboyne.com Let DNR licensed guide Bryce Hewitt “hook you up with the big one” on Walloon Lake. Bryce is a local inland lake fisherman specializing in bass, walleye and pike. Pricing available online.
Kid’s Fishing Pond Bayfront Drive, Petoskey bit.ly/LimeKilnPond This KID’S ONLY fishing pond is the perfect place to bring your youngster and show them how it’s done. The pond has been stocked with trout and comes complete with a wheelchair ramp and fishing platform so all kids can enjoy it. Be sure to bring your own equipment.
Michigan Fisheries Visitor Center 3377 U.S. 31, Oden 231.348.0998 ~ bit.ly/OdenStateFishHatchery This is where fishing begins! Learn about fish and take a guided hatchery tour. Free fishing for kids on select dates. Admission and programs are FREE. Bring your quarters to buy fish food and watch them jump! Northern Exposure Charters Bay Harbor Lake Marina, 832 Front Street, #A-105, Bay Harbor 989.475.3811 ~ northernexposurecharters.com Four decades of experience and enthusiasm in salmon and trout fishing will be shared with you when chartering Northern Exposure’s Tiara Open Boats. Rates and further information online.
Plumbers Helper Charter Fishing Bay Harbor Lake Marina, Bay Harbor 231.357.3413 ~ bayharborfishing.com Fish the Great Lakes in style and comfort...and land the BIG ONES too! King salmon, coho salmon, pink salmon, Atlantic salmon, steelhead, lake trout, brown trout and the occasional monster walleye have all been caught during Plumber’s Helper Charters. Call for rates.
Rodzilla Fishing Charters 832 Front Street, Bay Harbor 989.306.1186 ~ rodzillacharters.com Captain Don and Rodzilla Fishing Charters can accommodate up to six people per trip and runs out of Bay Harbor Lake Marina. Pick up in Petoskey available. Rates vary; call for information. Spring Lake Park 1590 Harbor-Petoskey Road, Petoskey Here you may see ducks, swans, turtles and frogs. For birders, this is also a terrific place to catch a glimpse of Yellow Warblers, Sandhill Cranes, Eastern Kingbirds and other nesting birds in the summer. Songbirds and waterfowl migrate here in the spring and fall. The enclosed deck is a perfect place for little ones to try and catch their first fish! Be sure to bring your own equipment.
True North Trout Guide Service Boyne City 231.675.1237 ~ truenorthtrout.com From beginner to expert, Brian Koz can share his experience with all levels of anglers on The Jordan, Boyne, Sturgeon, Maple and Manistee Rivers. Whether walk-in & wading or floating down one of these rivers, True North Trout has you covered with rods/reels and waders. Koz also offers fly casting and fly tying instruction during winter months. Fish with him 3 out of 4 seasons in northern Michigan.
Whitecap Charters Petoskey 231.675.1127 ~ whitecapchartersportfishing.com Fishing charters by appointment for up to six passengers on Lake Charlevoix and Lake Michigan. Salmon, lake trout, walleye and bass. Bring home dinner!
Work – N – Bites Petoskey 231.499.2339 ~ worknbites.com Get a group of up to six together for a fun fishing trip aboard a 48’ Tiara 4300 convertible. Captain Patrick Rupp is a full-time professional fisherman with over 30 years’ experience and will help you create memories that will last a lifetime.
Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau 401 E. Mitchell St., Petoskey, MI 49770 231.348.2755 info@PetoskeyArea.com ~ PetoskeyArea.com ©Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau
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