Suttons Bay, MI Fishing Trip — October

Your Suttons Bay, MI Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 61°F / Low 48°F2.8" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

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

October Weather in Suttons Bay

61°F
Avg High
48°F
Avg Low
2.8"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

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

50 Guides Near Suttons Bay

No guides are based in Suttons Bay, but these guides operate nearby.

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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 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

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.

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.

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.

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