Fishing Charters in Michigan
Browse fishing charters in Michigan that can help you catch crappie.
Northern Coast Outdoors
Traverse City, Michigan
Northern Coast Outdoors LLC offers guided fishing and hunting trips. Licensed and insured. Land consultation and management.
Michigan Charter Boat Association
Kaleva, Michigan
With over 25 professional captains, Ludington Charter Boat Association is your home for some awesome salmon fishing on Lake Michigan. Ludington is also known for the reefs and drop-offs near the port. The mature salmon return to the Ludington waters each summer prior to their spawning runs.
Hemlock River Guide Service
Crystal Falls, Michigan
Jeff Joseph can be your personal fishing expert for float trips on Upper Michigan Rivers. Professional fish guide at Hemlock River Guide Service in Crystal Falls.
Cf River Products
Frederic, Michigan
Mj Charters
Marquette, Michigan
Catch Trophy "Red Fin" Lake Trout on Spinning Tackle - Journey into the Heart of Lake Superior and Experince Fishing the way it was meant to be...
U P North Fishing Charters L L C
Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
U.P. North Fishing Charters L.L.C. is a veteran-owned business and operates on a fully equipped Thunder Jet 210 Luxor Pro charter boat located in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.
Pull Hard Fishing
Ludington, Michigan
Kc 1 Sportfishing
Muskegon, Michigan
Fishing on Lake Michigan for salmon and trout out of the beautiful port of Muskegon,
Margie J Sport Fishing Charters
Muskegon, Michigan
Muskegon Charter Boats - Muskegon sport fishing charter service for Salmon Coho Steelhead Brown Trout Lake Trout. Only charter boat to fish Muskegon for over 30 years. Family run with 3 generation catching fish for you. Located where the Muskegon to Milwaukee Lake Express Ferry is docked. Let our family take you sport fishing from the Salmon fishing port of Muskegon, Michigan with Margie J Sport Fishing Charters.
Steelhead Nation Outfitters River And Lake Michigan Charters
Wellston, Michigan
We FISH! As a Michigan-based business, we love to share our passion of the outdoors and our profound, deep love for the sport of fishing, especially Steelhead Fishing. 'Chromers' as they call them. If you are anything like us, this passion burns a joyous mark on your soul - for all of your life! We pride ourselves
Cast Away Guide Service
Baldwin, Michigan
Pere Marquette River fishing guide services for salmon, steelhead & trout, located in Baldwin, Mi. Experienced fly fishing guide for the PM.
Mike In The Keys
Lewiston, Michigan
Best Time to Catch Crappie
Crappie can be caught year-round in Kaleva. Right now in February, activity is Poor.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Crappie
If you're after crappie in the Kaleva area, focus your efforts on the numerous inland lakes that provide ideal habitat. These lakes, often overlooked, can hold impressive populations of crappie. Spring, particularly pre-spawn (late April/early May), is when the slabs move into the shallows near submerged timber and weed beds to prepare for spawning. Small jigs tipped with minnows or waxworms are deadly. Summer can be productive too, but you'll need to fish deeper near structure. A fish finder can be a real asset. In the fall, crappie often school up tightly in deeper basins. A local's secret: some of the smaller, less-publicized lakes accessible via two-track roads can be real gems for crappie fishing. Be mindful of water clarity; these lakes can be gin-clear, so use lighter line and natural-colored baits.
How to Catch Crappie
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Crappie in Kaleva.
Crappie Fishing Regulations in Michigan
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
25 per day
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Resident or Non-resident Fishing License
Check the Michigan Fishing Guide for exceptions on specific bodies of water.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Michigan state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's a good bait for crappie in the Kaleva area?
Crappie in Kaleva are often caught using small minnows or jigs. Tube jigs and curly-tail grubs in various colors can also be very effective.
What time of year is best for crappie fishing near Kaleva?
Spring and fall are generally considered the best times to fish for crappie. They tend to congregate in shallower waters during these seasons.
What's the crappie bag limit in Michigan?
The bag limit for crappie in Michigan is 25 per day. There is no minimum size limit.
Are there any size restrictions for crappie in Michigan?
No, there is no minimum size limit for crappie in Michigan. You can keep any crappie you legally catch, up to the daily bag limit of 25.
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