Featured Lake Trout Guides
Expert captains ready to take you on your next adventure in 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...
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.
Kelly Day Fishing Charter
Beaver Island, Michigan
Kelly Day Charters calls Beaver Island home, which is located in northern Lake Michigan. Offering morning and afternoon fishing trips for Lake Trout and salmon.
Legacy Charters
Spring Lake, Michigan
Experience the best fishing in Grand Haven with our charter on the Vessel Gen-R. Target species include King and Coho Salmon, Steelhead, and lake trout. Join us for sunset cruises and river tours. ...
Brown Bear Sport Fishing
Brown Bear Sport Fishing Charters, Manistee Michigan. Experienced Captain who has grown up fishing these waters. Catch Coho & King Salmon, Steelhead, Brown and Lake Trout. Professional operation with the objective of making your time on the water as enjoyable as possible.
JRB Sportfishing
Salmon fishing charters Lake Michigan Muskegon lake trout steelhead
Dog Bone Fishing Charters
Dog Bone Fishing Charters targets Chinook, Steelhead, Coho and Lake Trout in Lake Michigan out of Manistee, MI
The Wildt Sport Fishing Charters
Join Grant Gulley on The Wildt for a day of sport fishing on Lake Michigan out of the port of South Haven, Michigan. Enjoy fishing for Salmon, Steelhead, Lake Trout and many more fresh water species
Hiatus Charters
Join us aboard our 31ft Pursuit Express Fisherman for an action packed day of salmon, steelhead and lake trout fishing in Ludington on beautiful Lake Michigan.
Ultimate Charter Fishing
Welcome to Ultimate Charter Fishing: Salmon, Lake Trout, Elk Rapids Fishing, Traverse City Fishing, Northern Michigan Charter Fishing
Reelin Leland Fishing Charters
Looking for a good spot for your fishing trip? Leland & Traverse City offers some of the best salmon and lake trout fishing on Lake Michigan. Our fishing guides will help you catch that perfect fish! Book your trip now!
Highstick Charters
Highstick Charters is here for your next adventure trolling on Lake Huron in Oscoda, MI. Steelhead, Lake Trout, Salmon, Walleye.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Lake Trout
Lake Trout fishing in MI: focus on seasonal forage and water conditions near Marquette. Use natural presentations and adjust depth with temperature and current.
How to Catch Lake Trout
Lake Trout Fishing Regulations in Michigan
Open Season
Varies by lake and management unit
Daily Bag Limit
Varies by lake and management unit
Size Limit
Varies by lake and management unit
License Required
Michigan Fishing License
Lake Trout regulations in Michigan are complex and vary significantly depending on the specific lake or management unit. Consult the Michigan Fishing Guide for the specific area you intend to fish.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Michigan state wildlife agency before fishing.