Traverse City, MI Fishing Trip — June

Your Traverse City, MI Fishing Trip

June2 peopleFamily Trip
High 75°F / Low 58°F6.9" rain · 13 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in June

12 species
MuskieExcellent
Muskie
Casting · Trolling
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
MuskellungeExcellent
Muskellunge
Various
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
PerchGood
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
SteelheadGood
Steelhead
Various
Yellow PerchGood
Yellow Perch
Various
Lake TroutFair
Lake Trout
Various

June Weather in Traverse City

75°F
Avg High
58°F
Avg Low
6.9"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

11 Guides Matched

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$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.

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

Muskie
Season:Varies by waterbody; check specific regulations. Generally opens the Saturday before Memorial Day for most waters.
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:42-inch minimum

Some waters may have higher minimum size limits. Consult the Michigan Fishing Guide for specific regulations.

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.

Muskellunge
Season:Varies by water body; check regulations
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:42-inch minimum

Some waters may have different size or possession limits; consult the Michigan Fishing Guide.

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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