Lake Michigan fishing charter at golden hour

Glen Arbor, MI

Reel Tales Charters

World-class family friendly salmon, trout & steelhead fishing out of Glen Arbor, MI — the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes Country.
Based in Glen Arbor, MI — just minutes from Empire, Leland & Traverse City.

231-334-3632

Licensed & Insured · U.S. Coast Guard Certified · Family Friendly

U.S.C.G. Licensed & Insured
28 ft Grady White Sailfish
Fish Cleaned & Packaged Free
Up to 6 Guests Per Trip
Aerial view of Sleeping Bear Dunes and Lake Michigan

Where You'll Fish

Lake Michigan's crystal-clear waters off the Leelanau Peninsula offer some of the best freshwater fishing in the world. Captain Scott knows every productive bank, current, and depth — putting you on fish from the moment lines go in.

Glen ArborEmpireLelandSleeping Bear BayManitou IslandsSleeping Bear DunesGood Harbor Bay
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Lake Michigan fishing charter
Fishing catch on Lake Michigan
Happy guests on a Reel Tales charter

Charter Rates

Half Day

Half Day (5 hours or limit catch)

$700

Up to 6 guests

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Morning (6am-11am) or Afternoon (12pm-5pm) Ask about leaving earlier in the morning to get on the bite

Full Day

Full Day (9 hours or limit catch)

$1,300

Up to 6 guests

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Full Day on the Water (6am-3pm) Ask about leaving earlier in the morning to get on the bite

Prices are for the entire boat

Happy family on a Lake Michigan fishing charter with their catch

Meet Captain Scott

Captain Scott has been fishing Lake Michigan for over 40 years. A U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain, he specializes in salmon, lake trout, and steelhead — and he loves putting families and first-timers on fish.

Credentials

  • U.S. Coast Guard Licensed
  • 40+ Years on Lake Michigan
  • Local Leelanau Expert
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Captain Scott McDaid with guests on a Lake Michigan fishing charter

Ready to reel in your catch?

Call Captain Scott — 231-334-3632

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Available 7 days a week

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

Open 24 hours

Call or text anytime to book

Location

Glen Arbor, MI 49636