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Northport, MI Fishing Trip — August

Your Northport, MI Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 72°F / Low 63°F3.3" rain · 12 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

5 species
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various
Brown TroutGood
Brown Trout
Various
WalleyeFair
Walleye
Various
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

August Weather in Northport

72°F
Avg High
63°F
Avg Low
3.3"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

49 Guides Near Northport

No guides are based in Northport, 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
Mega Bite Charters - Mega Bite Charters
Mega Bite Charters

Mega Bite Charters

5(180)Top Rated

Our Captains are experts in King Salmon Fishing Charters. They know how to play the line enough to wear these monsters out and help you catch the best dinner you can imagine.

freshwaterSalmon
Traverse City, Michigan
Storm Hawk Sport Fishing Charters - Storm Hawk Sport Fishing Charters
Storm Hawk Sport Fishing Charters

Storm Hawk Sport Fishing Charters

5(158)Top Rated

Storm Hawk Sport Fishing Charters; provides an unforgettable Traverse City charter fishing experience you won't soon forget!

Traverse City, Michigan
Whitecap Charters in Leland, Michigan - Whitecap Charters in Leland, Michigan
Whitecap Charters in Leland, Michigan

Whitecap Charters in Leland, Michigan

5(155)Top Rated
Leland, Michigan
Central Coast Angling - Central Coast Angling
Central Coast Angling

Central Coast Angling

5(131)Top Rated

Learn about everything fishing and get Traverse City fishing updates from the Captain Bob and the professionals at Central Coast Angling.

Traverse City, Michigan
Watta Bite Charter Fishing - Watta Bite Charter Fishing
Watta Bite Charter Fishing

Watta Bite Charter Fishing

5(100)Top Rated

Sunrise, daytime, and sunset charter fishing launching from Glen Arbor, Michigan. It's the ultimate sportsman adventure and fun for the whole family!

Glen Arbor, Michigan
Diverse Angling Fishing Charters - Diverse Angling Fishing Charters
Diverse Angling Fishing Charters

Diverse Angling Fishing Charters

5(94)Top Rated

Michigan's most diverse charter fishing service.

Traverse City, 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
Plumber's Helper Charter Service - Plumber's Helper Charter Service
Plumber's Helper Charter Service

Plumber's Helper Charter Service

5(54)Top Rated
Petoskey, Michigan
Reelin Leland Fishing Charters - Reelin Leland Fishing Charters
Reelin Leland Fishing Charters

Reelin Leland Fishing Charters

5(47)Top Rated

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!

Lake TroutSalmonSpeckled Trout
Leland, Michigan
Boyne Outfitters - Boyne Outfitters
Boyne Outfitters

Boyne Outfitters

4.8(57)Top Rated

Northern Michigan's Premier Fly Fishing Outfitter

Boyne Falls, 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
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Rainbow Trout

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Walleye

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Crappie

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Also Consider Fishing In...

Manistee18 guides · 70 miTraverse City11 guides · 26 miLeland7 guides · 10 miFrankfort6 guides · 46 miElberta4 guides · 46 miElk Rapids3 guides · 19 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

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.

Brown 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.

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.

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.

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