Cheboygan, MI Fishing Trip — April

Your Cheboygan, MI Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip

High 47°F / Low 32°F2.2" rain · 10 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in April

5 species

Walleye

Excellent

Walleye

Various

Rainbow Trout

Excellent

Rainbow Trout

Various

Largemouth Bass

Excellent

Largemouth Bass

Spinning · Baitcasting

Northern Pike

Excellent

Northern Pike

Various

Smallmouth Bass

Good

Smallmouth Bass

Casting · Fly Fishing

April Weather in Cheboygan

47°F

Avg High

32°F

Avg Low

2.2"

Rainfall

10

Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

2 in Cheboygan + 14 Nearby

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North Shore Sport Fishing Charters

Rates Call for pricing on Fishing Charters, Tours or commutes to Mackinac Island. Weather and emergency cancellations is at the captains discretion. Directions to the dock will be given at the time of booking. Call Captain Chris for your reservation at 906-430-2839. *All major credit cards accepted!

St Ignace, Michigan

Island View Resort

4.7(83)Top Rated

Homey wooden cottages with free WiFi on the Cedarville Bay waterfront, plus boat rentals & a beach.

Cedarville, Michigan

Plumber's Helper Charter Service

Petoskey, Michigan

Boyne Outfitters

4.8(57)Top Rated

Northern Michigan's Premier Fly Fishing Outfitter

Boyne Falls, Michigan

MFM Sport Fishing Charter and Guide Service

Cheboygan, Michigan

Work-N-Bites Custom Charters

Custom Great Lakes fishing charters specialize in both private and corporate sport fishing charters for King salmon, Steelhead, Brown Trout, Lake Trout and Walleye. Serving Petoskey, Charlevoix and Mackinaw City.

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Petoskey, Michigan

Going Deeeper Sportfishing

Going Deeper Sportfishing offers a fantastic charter fishing experience. Charlevoix, Petoskey and Bay Harbor. Half Day and Full Day Charters are available.

Charlevoix, Michigan

Island Charters MI LLC

Cedarville, Michigan

Rodzilla Charters

4.5(26)Top Rated

RodZilla Charters is a Petoskey Area Charter Fishing Boat in northern Michigan. Operating out of Bay Harbor Lake Marina in Petoskey, Michigan 49770.

Petoskey, Michigan

Sturgeon Bay Charters

Sturgeon Bay Charters provides fishing charters for salmon, herring and perch around Drummond Island located in Lake Huron in the Upper Peninsula of Michgan.

freshwaterSalmonPerch

Drummond, Michigan

Wild Bill's Guide Service

4.7(12)Top Rated

Contact Wild Bill about fishing trips in Northern Michigan

East Jordan, Michigan

Never Better Charters

4.6(9)Top Rated

Gaylord, Michigan

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Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

For Your Target Species

Crawler Harness

Spinner harness rigs for trolling with live bait

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Walleye Crankbaits

Deep-diving crankbaits for trolling ledges and humps

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For Inshore Fishing

Performance Fishing Shirt

UPF 50+ long sleeve — stay cool and protected all day

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Sun protection for face and neck that breathes in the heat

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For the Season

Waterproof Backpack

Keeps electronics and gear dry in downpours and spray

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Anti-Fog Sunglasses Spray

Keep polarized lenses clear in humid and rainy conditions

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Trip Essentials

Saltwater-resistant pliers with split ring tool and line cutter

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Waterproof Dry Bag

Roll-top bag for phone, wallet, and keys — keeps everything dry

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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

Cheboygan from ~$150/night

Pickup in Cheboygan

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Cheboygan

Activities for your non-fishing days

Boat Tours & Cruises

Snorkeling & Diving

Kayaking & Paddleboarding

Wildlife & Nature Tours

What's Biting By Month

Peak

1 / 2

Smallmouth Bass

Walleye

Rainbow Trout

Largemouth Bass

Michigan Fishing License

License Cost

Resident$26

Non-Resident$76

Requirements

Required for ages 17+. All-species license covers all state waters.

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Species Regulations

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.

Rainbow Trout

Season:Varies by water body; check specific regulations

Bag Limit:Varies by water body; check specific regulations

Size Limit:Varies by water body; check specific regulations

Some waters have specific gear restrictions or are catch-and-release only. Check the Michigan Fishing Guide for details.

Largemouth 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.

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.

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