Reel Tales Charters
Lake Michigan Charter Fishing
World-class family friendly salmon, trout & steelhead fishing out of Glen Arbor, MI — the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes Country. Serving Glen Arbor, Empire, Leland & Traverse City.
U.S.C.G. Licensed & Insured · Fish Cleaned & Packaged Free
Where You'll Fish
Captain Scott knows every productive stretch of Lake Michigan between Leland, Glen Arbor, Empire, and down to Platte Bay. Your trip launches from Glen Arbor — right in the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes country — and heads out to the same deep, cold water that produces trophy king salmon, coho, lake trout, and steelhead season after season.
Charter Rates
Morning: 6:00 am–11:00 pm · Afternoon: 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Ask about leaving earlier on morning trips to get the bite!
6:00 am–3:00 pm Ask about leaving earlier to get the bite!
Prices are for the entire boat — not per person. Up to 6 guests per trip.
40+ Years on the Water — and It Shows
Captain Scott McDaid has been running charters on Lake Michigan since 1998, and fishing the area for 40+ years. He holds a U.S. Coast Guard captain's license, knows the seasonal patterns cold, and puts his guests on fish — not just on the water. Every trip he cleans and packages your catch for free, so you go home with dinner and a story.
Credentials
- U.S.C.G. Licensed Captain
- 40+ Years Experience
- Fish Cleaning Included
Ready to reel in your catch?
Call Captain Scott — 231-334-3632Book Your Trip
Available 7 days a week · Season runs May–October
Send Us a Message
Ready to Hit the Water?
Call or text Captain Scott directly to check availability and book your trip. No experience necessary — we'll take care of everything.
Call or Text
231-334-3632
Hours
6:00 am – 10:00 am
Call or text anytime to book
Location
Glen Arbor, MI 49636