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Fishing in Traverse City
Big Kahuna Charters is the #1 Traverse City fishing charter. Located right on the shores of the beautiful Lake Michigan, Big Kahuna Charters offers a variety of freshwater fishing experiences. Take a trip in our 37′ Big Kahuna fishing yacht and go trolling for monster salmon and lake trout. While you’re out on the boat, take in the some of the sights the lake has to offer. With one of the most beautiful freshwater shorelines in the world, you’ll be happy that you chose Big Kahuna fishing charter in Traverse City, MI.
Exciting trip to take
Have you ever been searching for things to do and just couldn’t make up your mind? A Traverse City fishing charter just might be the thing for you. Bring your family and friends for a day out on the waves and take in some sunshine. This is the perfect bonding experience, whether you’re a dad trying to figure out a way to bond with your son or just wanting to spend some time with an old friend. You will create long-lasting memories appreciating one of the area’s most beautiful natural resources. Bring home the catch of your life and get the chance to share your catch on the dinner plate afterwards.
Why us
Big Kahuna Fishing has over 100 years of combined experience as a Traverse City fishing charter. Our fishing yachts are rigged up with everything you’ll need to make your trip comfortable and exciting. The boats are filled with state-of-the-art fishing equipment including GPS navigation systems and extra-large storage chests for the day’s catch. All tackle is provided for your trip. However, you need to provide your own food and beverages.
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Big Kahuna Charters
Come fishing with northern Michigan's #1 fishing team on the north's premier fishing yacht in Traverse City Michigan.
Happy Fishing Friday! That’s right…these two hard working families partook in some R&R , aboard the Big Kahuna! Here pictured, are the Schrock and Yoder families. What a nice start to the weekend. I bet they’re saying… “FISH FOR DINNER!” Book a fishing charter with us, and you can have an “All you can eat” fish for dinner too! 😉. Don’t be jealous, Just “callus”! 231-946-7457 ... See MoreSee Less



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What day is it?? It’s TROUT TUESDAY! Colin Krawczyk, landed this nice Laker this EARLY morning, Tuesday, 8/12, aboard the Big Kahuna! It was a good morning of fishing on East Grand Traverse Bay. We are most certain the Krawczyk family had a few heart to heart words with mother nature when their original charter fishing date for Monday morning, 8/11, got cancelled. 😕 Lightening & thunder storms ruled the area most of Monday morning.
We were able to get them out on the water this morning, Tuesday, before another wave of pouring rain pummeled the area again. There’s no doubt about it…. persistence and believing there is a reason for all things, is truly a virtue!
Nice work Krawczyk Family!! Chantel, Jeff and Colin. Thank you for hanging in there and begging Mother Nature for a 2nd chance at some very hungry fish. And the icing on the cake was realing in a couple of nice Kings (king salmon). ……who’s King Of The Bay??
Colin Krawczyk is, thats who! We hope to see you next year! We want to see what this guy can reel in as he gets bigger and older.
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What is better than mingling among the crowds, scrambling for a parking spot and buying overpriced food and beverages at a Cherry Festival?
….Fishing on a boat in crystal clear waters of East Grand Traverse Bay, THAT’S WHAT! 🤣
And…that is exactly how husband & wife team, Charlie and Jamie, from Burton, Mi spent the last day of Cherry Festival during their last day of vacation.
THAT is a whopper of a STEELHEAD! We think their ride aboard the Big Kahuna …..trolling the waters, catching fish, watching the sunset, sippin’ on chilled beverages & munching on snacks, supersedes any overcrowded Cherry Fest ride or activity. It was truly an honor to have you aboard, Charlie & Jamie! Our Crew; Captain, Hunter and Mate, Caden look forward to having you back next year.
And…..although we love your “Groove for St. Jude” T-shirt….we think a “Fish for St. Jude” Tee would look just as awesome too! 😉.
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