Bay Port, MI Fishing Trip — March

Your Bay Port, MI Fishing Trip

March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 48°F / Low 29°F3.3" rain · 11 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in March

8 species
Lake TroutGood
Lake Trout
Various
SteelheadGood
Steelhead
Various
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various
PerchGood
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various
Smallmouth BassFair
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Chinook SalmonFair
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
Coho SalmonFair
Coho Salmon
Various

March Weather in Bay Port

48°F
Avg High
29°F
Avg Low
3.3"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

1 in Bay Port + 20 Nearby

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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Michigan Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$26
Non-Resident$76
Requirements

Required for ages 17+. All-species license covers all state waters.

Buy License Online — Michigan

Species Regulations

Lake Trout
Season:Varies by lake and management unit
Bag Limit:Varies by lake and management unit
Size Limit:Varies by lake and management unit

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.

Steelhead
Season:Year-round, but varies by waterbody
Bag Limit:Varies by waterbody; check specific regulations
Size Limit:Varies by waterbody; check specific regulations

Some rivers have specific closures or gear restrictions. Check the Michigan Fishing Guide for details.

Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

Check the Michigan Fishing Guide for exceptions on specific bodies of water.

Perch
Season:Varies by water body
Bag Limit:Varies by water body
Size Limit:No minimum size limit

Check the Michigan Fishing Guide for specific regulations for the water body you intend to fish.

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