July   August  September Why is Manistee World Famous,  it rivals the fishing in Alaska and it's been written that fishing around the Port of Manistee is ranked in the top 10 Salmon and Steelhead destinations in the World.  The King Salmon fishing in Manistee is explosive and was a closely guarded secret for a long time. Considered by some the most exciting fishing of the year, as these fish are just plain amazing with their reel smoking powerful runs.  Salmon fishing on Lake Michigan is some of the most exciting fast paced fishing action many will ever experience, and Manistee is consistently rated the top port on the Great Lakes.  Even though the Great Lakes are fresh water, the Chinook (King) Salmon is a Saltwater fish and he will show you what a Saltwater fish can do.  He will test your resolve and your muscles, are you up to the challenge of Great Lakes Salmon and Trout fishing?  Novice or Professional let us show you these wonderful fish...They are waiting for you!

Our fishing starts off in July where it's common to catch both Salmon and Steelhead along with Lake trout. Steelhead fishery takes off and it's an explosion.  These fish are the acrobats of the Great Lakes, leaping from the water and cart-wheeling across the surface, referred to as a fish on steroids.  These fish know all the right moves and will challenge even the most experienced fisherman. This is when all the action starts at the beginning of the year and the action is incredible.

August & September  "The time of plenty" Plenty of action, Plenty of fish and Plenty of fisherman.  This is the time of year when the King Salmon are feeding to gain weight for the upcoming river spawning run into the Manistee river.  This is one of your best shots at the biggest King Salmon of the year.  These salmon will test your muscles, and fishing skill.  Bring your A-Game and a strong back, it typically takes two or more people to get the fish cooler off the boat.  If your looking to book a fishing trip in July, August or September, book early.  Weekend dates often book a year in advance.