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Free Soil, MI Fishing Trip — October

Your Free Soil, MI Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 63°F / Low 44°F3.5" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various

October Weather in Free Soil

63°F
Avg High
44°F
Avg Low
3.5"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

68 Guides Near Free Soil

No guides are based in Free Soil, but these guides operate nearby.

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Intimidator Charters *NO FISH NO FEE* - Intimidator Charters *NO FISH NO FEE*
Intimidator Charters *NO FISH NO FEE*

Intimidator Charters *NO FISH NO FEE*

5(281)Top Rated
Elberta, Michigan
Pere Marquette River Lodge - Pere Marquette River Lodge
Pere Marquette River Lodge

Pere Marquette River Lodge

4.5(218)Top Rated

Featuring rustic rooms plus riverside cabins & houses, this lodge also offers fishing guides.

Baldwin, Michigan
Michigan Sport Fishing Charters - Michigan Sport Fishing Charters
Michigan Sport Fishing Charters

Michigan Sport Fishing Charters

4.9(106)Top Rated

Charter fishing trips in Manistee, Michigan to experience some of the world’s finest great lakes sport fishing. We encourage you to get in on the action.

Manistee, Michigan
Baldwin Creek Lodge - Baldwin Creek Lodge
Baldwin Creek Lodge

Baldwin Creek Lodge

4.7(111)Top Rated

Professional fishing charter service in Baldwin, Michigan. Contact us to book your next fishing adventure!

Baldwin, Michigan
In-Depth Precision Charters - In-Depth Precision Charters
In-Depth Precision Charters

In-Depth Precision Charters

5(76)Top Rated

Northwest Michigan fishing charter business for walleye and perch.

PerchWalleye
Tustin, Michigan
Darkblue Charters - Darkblue Charters
Darkblue Charters

Darkblue Charters

5(72)Top Rated

Memorable Manistee charter fishing trips on Lake Michigan. Catch trophy salmon and trout in beautiful Manistee County on Darkblue Charters.

SalmonSpeckled Trout
Manistee, Michigan
Tiny Bubbles Charters - Capt%2E David Rommell
Capt%2E David Rommell

Tiny Bubbles Charters

4.9(79)Top Rated

Guaranteed Lake Michigan salmon and trout sport / charter fishing out of Frankfort, MI, nearby Traverse City & Manistee.

freshwaterSpeckled TroutSalmon
Frankfort, Michigan
Chromeseekers Sportfishing - Chromeseekers Sportfishing
Chromeseekers Sportfishing

Chromeseekers Sportfishing

5(67)Top Rated

A professional Sport Fishing for Steelhead, Trout and Salmon in the Northwestern part of Michigan. Book your Michigan Fishing Adventure today!

SalmonSpeckled TroutSteelhead
Frankfort, Michigan
Keepin It Reel Fishing Charters - Keepin It Reel Fishing Charters
Keepin It Reel Fishing Charters

Keepin It Reel Fishing Charters

4.8(73)Top Rated

Keepin' It Reel Charters Lake Michigan Sportfishing Charters, Manistee River Charters located in Manistee, Michigan with Captain Greg McCrumb 248-514-6638

freshwater
Manistee, Michigan
Copperhead Sportfishing Charters - Copperhead Sportfishing Charters
Copperhead Sportfishing Charters

Copperhead Sportfishing Charters

5(47)Top Rated

DIY Float Fishing Upgrades is an article about upgrading fishing reel bearings to get the best natural drift out of float fishing equipment. It covers how to upgrade bearings in your reel and how the ABEC rating system works as well as an interview with Boca Bearing Company’s fishing reel expert, Jeff Brooks.

Manistee, Michigan
Batcke's Manistee River Lodge - Batcke's Manistee River Lodge
Batcke's Manistee River Lodge

Batcke's Manistee River Lodge

4.6(72)Top Rated

Come On, Let's Fish! Whether you're looking for a fish of a lifetime, or just some time away from the daily grind, let us arrange an amazing fly fishing trip for you on one of our beautiful Northern Michigan waters. Fly Fishing Trips If you’re looking for an amazing fishing trip amidst some of America’s

Wellston, Michigan
Slipknot Charters - Slipknot Charters
Slipknot Charters

Slipknot Charters

5(35)Top Rated

Enjoy the Lake Michigan fishing charters and Manistee fishing with Captain Lenny. Book now for a memorable experience fishing for Steelhead, and Salmon

SalmonSteelhead
Manistee, Michigan
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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's Biting By Month

Peak

Northern Pike

Various
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Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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Crappie

freshwater
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M
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Rainbow Trout

Various
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Also Consider Fishing In...

Manistee18 guides · 11 miLudington16 guides · 16 miMuskegon12 guides · 60 miTraverse City11 guides · 53 miGrand Haven11 guides · 72 miLeland7 guides · 67 mi

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 freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

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

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum

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

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round, catch-and-release only from January 1 - Friday before Memorial Day. Harvest allowed starting Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

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

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

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

Rainbow Trout
Season:Varies by water body; check specific regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by water body; check specific regulations
Size Limit:Varies by water body; check specific regulations

Some waters have specific gear restrictions or are catch-and-release only. Check the Michigan Fishing Guide for details.

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