Fishing Report: Little Manistee River – September 13th, 2026
Salmon season is in full swing on the Big Manistee river! Fishing has been very consistent on the big river over the last few weeks with the good rain and cool nights. It has made the fish very happy most days. I have some great weekday openings over the next few weeks. Fall steelhead fishing […]
Fishing Report: Little Manistee River – August 25th, 2026
Summer is winding down and the salmon season is in full swing up here on the Big Manistee river. Early mornings have been the best and I’ve been mostly casting lures. The bite has slowed down after 10am but it’s been pretty darn good if you can get out there early. I’m offering half-day trips […]
Fishing Report: Little Manistee River – April 28th, 2026
Spring fishing is in full swing here in northwest Michigan! After unprecedented flooding from rain and snow run off the rivers have stated to drop. The trout fishing is starting to get good! If you’re looking for a trophy brown trout, the next 6 weeks offer some of the best fishing. I have availability for […]
Fishing Report: Big Manistee River – August 28th, 2025
Salmon season is here! It’s been a great start to the salmon season this year. I’m seeing very good numbers of salmon in the river system and also hearing good reports on the lake. Cooler nights along with some rain has made for some favorable fishing conditions. I have some availability throughout the month for […]
Fishing Report: Big Manistee River – July 4, 2025
“Tippy dam to the lake” It’s summer time in northern Michigan! With the warmer weather and rising water temperature I’ve focused my fishing for warm water species, smallmouth bass and pike primarily. A variety of soft plastic, top water, and spinner blade have been working well for me. With the weather forecasting more warmer days […]
Fishing Report: Big Manistee River – April 7, 2025
Spring steelhead fishing is well underway on the Big Manistee river and surrounding streams. The Big Manistee is running high and muddy currently and as the water drops the water clarity will improve. Most of the fishing is being done in the first few miles down from Tippy. I have some availability in April and […]
Fishing Report: Big Manistee River – October 3, 2024
Fall has arrived in northern Michigan! The salmon are spawning throughout the river system. I’ve turned my attention to one of my favorite species of the year, Fall steelhead. I’ve been catching a fair amount already. A lot of skippers or juvenile steelhead so far. My customers have had battled a few adults as well. […]
Fishing Report: Big Manistee River – August 28, 2024
Salmon season is in full swing! I’ve had a ball the last few weeks chasing early kings as they have been migrating in from lake Michigan. Early mornings have been the best time when the light is low. This week we had a warm up so the importance of getting out early is heightened. New […]
Fishing Report: Lower Big Manistee – July 17, 2024
Summer fishing is in full swing here in northern lower Michigan. I’ve been spending most of my time concentrating on warm water species. Small mouth bass and pike. Primarily fishing on the lower Big Manistee river. Water temp is around 68 degrees. The best bites been in the hottest part of day for me. Using […]
Fishing Report: Big Manistee River & Surrounding Areas – April 23, 2024
Spring is here! Warm temperatures the last few weeks have really kicked things into high gear on the rivers and lakes. Steelhead fishing is winding down I expect a few more small pushes but for the most part they are done with their spawning run. I’ve been turning my attention to resident brown trout and […]
