Detroit River Walleye Charters – March 27 to May 18
Walleye fishing on the Detroit River is like no other! The best fishing is between late March and early May, when the fish are coming up the river from Lake Erie. Charters run from the last weekend in March through the middle of May.
Call now to book your charter, or use the booking links below to view available dates on the calendar. Charters depart from Wyandotte Marina, 3 James DeSana Drive, Wyandotte, Michigan. Fillet Finder Charters is located at boat slip C30. Parking is available for free at the marina.
Half Day – 6 hours or limit of fish
Half day charters are 6 hours from dock to dock, or until we reach our limit of fish. Morning or afternoon charters are available. Morning trips start at 6 a.m. Afternoon trips start at 2 p.m.
$550 per trip. Includes up to 4 people. Each additional person is $100. Maximum 6 people.
Full Day – 9 hours
You can also book for a full day charter. When you book a full day charter, we stay on the water for the entire 9 hours. If we reach limits on walleye, we will continue to fish catch and release, or may target other species such as Northern Pike to make a full fun day of fishing. This charter typically runs from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. but other time periods may be accommodated by request.
$850 per trip. Includes up to 4 people. Each additional person is $100. Maximum 6 people.
Lake Michigan Salmon Charters – August 7 to September 15
Salmon fishing on Lake Michigan in late summer is not only a beautiful time on the water, but also some of the best time to catch fish! Charters run out of Pentwater from August 7 to September 15.
Call now to book early for your charter for this summer. Online booking will open for these charters at the end of May, but you can call and reserve your spot now! Charters depart from Charlie’s Marina, Pentwater, Michigan. Parking is available for free at the marina.
Half Day – 6 hours or limit of fish
Half day charters are 6 hours from dock to dock, or until we reach our limit of fish. Morning or afternoon charters are available. Morning trips start at 5:30 a.m. Afternoon trips start at 3:30 p.m.
$550 per trip. Includes up to 3 people. Additional person is $100 extra. Maximum 4 people.
Links for Purchasing Fishing Licenses
You will need to purchase valid fishing licenses for the dates of your charter. Detroit River charters will require both a Michigan and Ontario fishing license for those 17 or older. The Detroit River encompasses both U.S. and Canadian waters, so a Canadian fishing license is required for the most optimal fishing experience. Ontario licenses are available to purchase as a single day license (approx. $25) or you can purchase an 8-day Ontario license (approx. $55) if you plan to fish more than one day. To keep full limits, you need to purchase the Sport Fishing License.
Lake Michigan salmon charters will only require a Michigan license for those 17 or older. Please call if you have any questions about purchasing licenses. The links to purchase online are below.
Michigan Fishing License
Click below for the link to purchase your Michigan fishing license.
Ontario Fishing License
Click below for the link to purchase your Ontario fishing license.