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Port Sanilac, MI Fishing Trip — April

Your Port Sanilac, MI Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 53°F / Low 36°F2.7" rain · 12 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

8 species
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
PerchExcellent
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Chinook SalmonGood
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
Lake TroutGood
Lake Trout
Various

April Weather in Port Sanilac

53°F
Avg High
36°F
Avg Low
2.7"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days

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

1 in Port Sanilac + 7 Nearby

Fish Factory Fishing Charters - Fish Factory Fishing Charters
Fish Factory Fishing Charters

Fish Factory Fishing Charters

5(78)Top Rated
Port Austin, Michigan
Whalen's Grindstone Shores Inc - Whalen's Grindstone Shores Inc
Whalen's Grindstone Shores Inc

Whalen's Grindstone Shores Inc

4.7(104)Top Rated

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

Port Austin, Michigan
Michigan Honey Hole Fishing Charters - Lexington - Michigan Honey Hole Fishing Charters - Lexington
Michigan Honey Hole Fishing Charters - Lexington

Michigan Honey Hole Fishing Charters - Lexington

5(16)Top Rated

Discover the best fishing spots in Michigan with MI Honey Hole Fishing. We will take you to the hottest spots and help you land your biggest catch yet!

Lexington, Michigan
Sonset Sailing School & Charters - Sonset Sailing School & Charters
Sonset Sailing School & Charters

Sonset Sailing School & Charters

5(2)Top Rated

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Port Sanilac, Michigan
30 Pounder Iii Charters - 30 Pounder Iii Charters
30 Pounder Iii Charters

30 Pounder Iii Charters

5(2)Top Rated
inshore
Deford, Michigan
Fish Stix Sport Fishing Charters - Fish Stix Sport Fishing Charters
Fish Stix Sport Fishing Charters

Fish Stix Sport Fishing Charters

5(2)Top Rated
Port Austin, Michigan
Pursuit Sport Fishing Charters - Pursuit Sport Fishing Charters
Pursuit Sport Fishing Charters

Pursuit Sport Fishing Charters

5(1)Top Rated

Experience the thrill of Lake Huron fishing charters with Pursuit Sport Fishing. Enjoy memorable fishing trips with an expert licensed captain from Port Austin, MI

Port Austin, Michigan
Mangans Cast A Fly - Mangans Cast A Fly
Mangans Cast A Fly

Mangans Cast A Fly

Columbus, Michigan

inshore
Columbus, Michigan
$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
1 / 2

Coho Salmon

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

Steelhead

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

Smallmouth Bass

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

Northern Pike

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

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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 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

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.

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.

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.

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