When it comes to Traverse City fishing, no one has you covered more than Big Kahuna Charters. With 2 boats on East Bay and 20 tournament wins, Big Kahuna is your source for some of the best salmon run fishing in Traverse City.

East Bay, the 33-foot Pisces and 37-foot Big Kahuna will carry you on your search for lake trout, brown trout, steelhead, and salmon. Take your pick of a half-day or full-day charter to reel in the most fish you’ve ever seen. Luckily, we’ll clean every last fish for you before you head home.

But the fishing adventure doesn’t stop there. Traverse City and its surroundings offer a myriad of fishing locations to explore:

• Benzie County: Known for its scenic beauty and vibrant fishing spots.
• Grand Traverse County: A top choice for anglers seeking variety.
• Leelanau Peninsula: Offers unique fishing opportunities with its stunning landscapes.
• Traverse City: Right at the heart of it all, providing easy access to the bay.
• Antrim County: A hidden gem with less crowded fishing spots.
• Old Mission Peninsula: While currently quieter on the fishing front, it remains a picturesque location to visit.
  
  

There’s no doubt that Grand Traverse Bay provides the best fishing in Traverse City. Three of the four sides of the bay are protected by land, keeping the waters calm and the boat rides comfortable. It also makes your fishing trip longer because we can start fishing sooner — we cast our reels within two miles of the harbor.

So whether you’re casting off with Big Kahuna or exploring the diverse counties and peninsulas, Traverse City holds an angler’s paradise just waiting to be discovered.