Grand Haven, MI Fishing Trip — February

Your Grand Haven, MI Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 29°F / Low 21°F1.2" rain · 11 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in February

8 species
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeFair
Northern Pike
Various
PerchFair
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
CatfishFair
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
WalleyeFair
Walleye
Various
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Smallmouth BassLow
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
MuskieLow
Muskie
Casting · Trolling

February Weather in Grand Haven

29°F
Avg High
21°F
Avg Low
1.2"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

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

11 Guides Matched

$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 / freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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

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.

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.

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.

Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5
Size Limit:No size limit

Applies to channel, flathead, and blue catfish, in combination. Check the current Michigan Fishing Guide for any location-specific regulations.

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