Mackinac Island, MI Fishing Trip — September
Your Mackinac Island, MI Fishing Trip
September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 59°F / Low 53°F1.1" rain · 5 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in September
8 species
ExcellentSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
ExcellentNorthern Pike
Various
ExcellentPerch
Jigging · Live Bait
GoodSteelhead
Various
GoodLake Trout
Various
GoodWalleye
Various
FairCoho Salmon
Various
FairChinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
September Weather in Mackinac Island
59°F
Avg High
53°F
Avg Low
1.1"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
19 Guides Near Mackinac Island
No guides are based in Mackinac Island, but these guides operate nearby.
$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
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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.
Species Regulations
Smallmouth 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.
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.