Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse City Fishing Charters on Grand Traverse Bay
Enjoy a safe, fun, and memorable fishing charter on beautiful Grand Traverse Bay with Showtime Charters. From family trips to serious fishing action, we help make your Traverse City day on the water unforgettable.
Traverse City fishing charters on Grand Traverse Bay
Friendly trips for kids, beginners, and experienced anglers
Target lake trout, salmon, and other seasonal fish
Book online or call today to plan your fishing trip
Grand Traverse Bay Fishing
Book a Fishing Charter in Traverse City, Michigan
Showtime Charters offers private fishing charters on Grand Traverse Bay, one of Northern Michigan’s most scenic and exciting places to fish. Our Traverse City fishing trips are a great fit for families, first-time anglers, experienced fishermen, vacationers, and groups looking for a memorable day on the water.
Depending on the season and conditions, your fishing charter may target lake trout, salmon, and other popular Grand Traverse Bay species. We provide the gear, local knowledge, and hands-on help you need, so you can relax, enjoy the ride, and focus on catching fish.
From beautiful views of the bay to the excitement of landing fish, Showtime Charters is ready to help make your Traverse City vacation even better.
Why Fish With Showtime?
- Private fishing charters on Grand Traverse Bay
- Family-friendly trips for kids and beginners
- Great for experienced anglers and vacation groups
- Lake trout and salmon fishing opportunities
- Beautiful Traverse City water and scenery
- Easy online booking or call to plan your trip
What We Fish For
Salmon, Lake Trout, and Grand Traverse Bay Fishing
Showtime Charters targets the fish that make Grand Traverse Bay one of Northern Michigan’s favorite places to fish. Salmon are the most popular trips, with lake trout offering steady action earlier in the season.
Salmon Fishing
Salmon fishing is the most popular Showtime Charters trip. When salmon move into Grand Traverse Bay later in the summer, the action can be exciting, memorable, and perfect for anglers looking for a serious fight.
Salmon typically become the main focus from late July through the rest of the fishing season.
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Lake Trout Fishing
Lake trout are a dependable all-season target on Grand Traverse Bay. They offer steady action throughout the season and can be a great option when the salmon bite is not there.
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Family Fishing Trips
You do not need to be an experienced angler to enjoy a Showtime Charters trip. Our crew helps with the gear, the process, and the fun, making it a great choice for kids, first-time anglers, and vacationing families.
Bring the family, enjoy the bay, and make a Traverse City memory that goes beyond the beach.
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What Guests Say About Showtime Charters
Families, vacationers, and anglers choose Showtime Charters for private Traverse City fishing trips on Grand Traverse Bay. See what guests have to say about their time on the water.
Charter Rates
Private Fishing Charters Starting at $700
Showtime Charters makes it easy to plan your day on Grand Traverse Bay, with private Traverse City fishing charters starting at $700. Your group gets the boat, the crew, and a memorable day on the water. Final pricing may vary based on trip type, timing, season, and availability.
Your trip includes the boat, fishing gear, local knowledge, and hands-on help from a crew that wants your day on the water to be fun, comfortable, and successful.
Private Charter
Starting at $700
Private Traverse City fishing charters
- Private fishing charter on Grand Traverse Bay
- Pricing starts at $700
- Great for families, friends, and groups
- Salmon and lake trout opportunities by season
- Fishing gear and guidance included
About the Boat
A Comfortable 31-Foot Tiara Built for Grand Traverse Bay
Your fishing trip is more enjoyable when you have room to move, space to relax, and the right setup for a day on the water. Showtime Charters runs a 1984 Tiara 31 Open, a well-built fiberglass fishing boat with the size, beam, and comfort features that make it a great fit for Grand Traverse Bay.
With a wide 12-foot beam, the boat gives your group more room than many smaller charter boats. It also includes an onboard bathroom, comfortable space for families and groups, and a fishing layout designed for salmon, lake trout, and long days on the water.
Boat Features
Classic Tiara 31 Open built for comfort, stability, and fishing
Wide boat design gives your group more room to move and fish
Private onboard bathroom for added comfort during your trip
Your group has the boat and crew for the charter
Set up for salmon, lake trout, and Grand Traverse Bay fishing
Comfortable for kids, beginners, and experienced anglers
Our Story
A Family Fishing Tradition on Grand Traverse Bay
Showtime Charters is more than a Traverse City fishing charter. It is a family story built around time on the water, a love of fishing, and sharing Grand Traverse Bay with families, vacationers, and anglers year after year.
Captain Johnny now carries the Showtime tradition forward, with retired Captain Cam still part of the story and the next generation already growing up around the boat. That family connection is part of what makes a day with Showtime feel personal, comfortable, and memorable.
Leading Showtime Charters today
The retired captain and family foundation behind the story
Grayson represents the future of the Showtime tradition
Fishing Charter FAQs
Common Questions Before You Book
Planning your Traverse City fishing charter should be simple. Here are a few quick answers before you request your trip.
How much is a Showtime Charters fishing trip?
Showtime Charters fishing trips start at $700 for up to 4 people. Additional guests are $50 per person, with a maximum of 6 people per charter. Contact us or request your charter online and we will help you plan the right trip.
How many people can come on the charter?
Showtime Charters offers private fishing charters for groups of up to 6 people.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Anyone required by Michigan law to have a fishing license will need one before the trip.
What should we bring?
Bring food, drinks, layered clothing, soft-soled shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a cooler for your fish.
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Ready to Fish Grand Traverse Bay?
Private fishing charters start at $700. Tell us when you would like to fish, how many people are in your group, and we will help you plan the right Traverse City fishing trip.
Starting at $700
Private Traverse City fishing charters
Up to 6 People
Great for families, friends, and vacation groups
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