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Michigan King Salmon Fishing Trips
Why is Michigan so well known for its annual fall Salmon runs? Michigan salmon fishing is so well known because of its combination of healthy great lakes fisheries, productive river systems, and abundant public access make it one of the top destinations for salmon fishing. Michigan offers some of the best fishing opportunities in the midwest! Every year THOUSANDS of salmon pour into the river systems to come up and spawn. The Pere Marquette River and the Big Manistee River are two of Michigan’s very top river systems for the fall salmon season due to their strong annual run numbers compared to other MI rivers. Unlike many rivers, both these rivers have abundant spawning gravel and holding areas throughout the river systems that the fish use year after year. The waters cooler temperatures, healthy habitat, and consistent salmon returns make it one of the most reliable places in the widwest. The Pere Marquette River is probably our favorite for numbers, a huge reason to that being that all the guide outfitters near the Baldwin MI area are catch and release only so to not take any of the fish out of the system. Please understand our stance on this to help keep the river self sustaining.
Guided Salmon Trips in Michigan
Why should you hire a guide for the fall salmon season? Every year anglers from all across the midwest travel to Michigan – especially Baldwin Michigan for the best salmon fishing guides in Michigan. While salmon fishing can be incredibly rewarding, it can also be extremely challenging for anglers unfamiliar with the necessary tactics, location knowledge, and seasonal fish movements. We always suggest hiring a guide for at least the first day of your trip! This sets anglers up for success and adds a few more tools to your angling toolbox! Hiring a guide dramatically improves and increases your chance at success! Plus you get a full day of a guide rowing you around in our stunning drift boats, they provide all the tackle-rods, reels, nets, flies, ect. All You need to do is show up with your fishing license and your guide puts together a spectacular day for you. Our guides spend hundreds of days on the river each year and know these rivers like the back of their hands. Instead of spending your day searching for fish, you’ll start your day targeting areas these world renowned guides know the fish are actively moving and holding.
Baldwin MI Salmon Fishing
Why Baldwin, MI? Baldwin Michigan has become a world class fishery hub. This is due to its close proximity to many legendary rivers, all within about a half hour to an hour drive. Baldwin is home to the world famous Pere Marquette River and is just a 30 minute drive from both the Big Manistee River and the Muskegon River which are also have phenomenal salmon runs every fall. The Big Manistee sits in Wellston, MI, where we encourage our anglers to stay at the beautiful Manistee River Lodge. The lodge is 5 minutes away from the Big Manistee River and is just under a half hour from the Pere Marquette, making it a perfect destination for anglers to try both rivers. Check out our resource here for a full Baldwin MI ‘what to do’ while you’re here on your guide trip!
Best Salmon Guides on the Pere Marquette River
Meet some of our top Pere Marquette Guides!
Rod Baker- Has been guiding on the Pere Marquette for over 30 years! Rod is world class for getting his clients on fish! He is also EXTREMELY well known for his top notch lunches he provides for his clients!
Leo Cook-Leo is quickly approaching top number of guided days on the Pere Marquette. Leo has built up a tremendous name for himself and is an incredible guide year around! Leo is phenomenal for his versatility switching from species to species and remaining one of the top guides no matter what he is targeting. Due to his number of days spent on the river, Leo knows this river inside and out!
Best Salmon Guides on the Big Manistee River
Meet some of our top Big Manistee Guides!
Captain Red Beard- AKA Josh Vandenberg. Josh is owner to his own outfitter, Red beard Guide service but as brother to the NRO owners he jumps in as a full time guide for us throughout the salmon season! Josh Guides in Michigan from October to May and then spends the rest of his year in Alaska guiding. Josh is a world class fisherman- you are in excellent hands with him!
Kameron Zemites- Owner of NRO. Kam is the owner of Northern Rivers Outfitters and is a superior and well known guide on the Pere Marquette, the Muskegon, and the Big Manistee. Kameron’s versatility is unmatched! You will come out of your fishing trip with MANY more tools in your fishing toolbox.
Avery Kietzman- Also an AK fisherman throughout the summer, Avery has built up a wealth of knowledge! Avery spends a huge portion of his time back home in Michigan on this beautiful fishery and knows it like the back of his hand! Avery is extremely patient with his anglers and is perfect for any first time anglers looking for an excellent first trip out!
Guided Salmon Fishing Trips- Book TODAY!
Fall Salmon season within the river systems starts the last week of August and runs until about the middle to end of October. This time frame is EXTREMELY sought after for anglers looking for a salmon fishing guide so please be sure to call us ASAP to get your dates booked up for the abundant Michigan fall salmon season! Michigan King salmon fishing is something every angler needs to experience. Call us today at 616-295-8373.
