Approaching Salmon Season 2026
NRO Family! We still have a few more salmon season dates left available as of 7/16/26:
August: 24, 25, 28-31
September: 1-4, 6-8, 18, 26
October: 5, 6, 8, 9-19
Call us today to get on our books and become a client and NRO family member for years to come!
Michigan Salmon Fishing
The countdown to Michigan’s fall salmon season has begun, and some of the years most exciting fishing is just around the corner! Every year thousands of powerful Chinook (King Salmon) and Coho Salmon leave Lake Michigan and push into rivers like the Pere Marquette River and Big Manistee River, creating unforgettable opportunities for anglers of every experience level.
At Northern Rivers Outfitters, our guides and partner guide services like Red Beard Guide Service, spend countless days on the river before peak days arrive. We monitor river conditions, water temperatures, fish movement and numbers, so every day with us you’re in the right location fishing the right gear. Whether youre looking to hook your first salmon or land a class A trophy sized King, a professionally guided trip with us can make all the difference.
Why book a trip with Northern Rivers Outfitters:
- Experienced local guides who know the Pere Marquette River and Big Manistee River like the back of their hand- over 100 years of combined knowledge.
- Premium rods, reels, and tackle provided
- Techniques tailored to current river conditions
- Trips for beginners, families, corporate events, and experienced anglers
- NRO owns the most tags for the Pere Marquette River-one of the most premier Michigan salmon fisheries
Peak Salmon Season is short:
The best salmon fishing of the year only last a few weeks. Prime dates fill quickly as fish numbers increase and conditions improve throughout late summer and into the fall. Booking early gives you the best chance at securing your preferred date during peak of the run.
Reserve Your Fall Salmon Season Trip Today:
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Then you’ve found the team that’s ready to help you experience one of Michigan’s greatest outdoor traditions. Contact Northern Rivers Outfitters today to reserve your fall salmon fishing trip before the season’s best dates are gone. We look forward to helping you create memories-and land the salmon of a lifetime. Call: 616-295-8373
