Milwaukee Chinook Salmon Fishing Charters

Crabby Charters invites you down to Lake Michigan to discover the thrill of fishing for Trout and Salmon. Explore the Great Lakes with Captain Craig Best with 26 years of charter fishing experience on Lake Michigan on my boats or running other charter boa

Fish Lake Michigan for big Trout and Salmon depending on the season.

The duration of this trip is 5 hours or catch limit. You will be fishing Lake Michigan or its tributaries, depending on the season.

Feel like you are in the game! Learn first-hand why the crew finish on the top of the leaderboard every year. The departure time is 7am out of Milwaukee's McKinley Marina. feel free to bring your own drinks and snacks there is a cooler on board.

Enjoy a morning out on the water of Lake Michigan, targeting Salmon and Trout. This package included everything but food, drinks, and licenses. 2 guests maximum.

The BEST choice for a group looking to experience a morning of lake Michigan fishing.

On this trip you get to enjoy a beautiful sunrise while targeting the fish of a lifetime on the great lakes a big king salmon. As the morning goes on we start targeting other species such ad coho salmon and rainbow trout.

Available May 1 - June 18. Primarily targeting Coho Salmon - the most aggressive feeding gamefish in Lake Michigan. Known for fast action and their filets being regarded as the best table fare available from Lake Michigan. ***Other species may be targeted*** This trip works for any group size (up to 6), but 4 to 5 Max is the best action ratio. Consider a 6 hour trip for groups of 5 or 6. Typically departing at 5am - start time may be adjusted slightly depending on species targeted/time of season.

Launch out of McKinley Marina in Milwaukee and let’s chase some trout and salmon! What to catch when: March-April: mainly brown trout. Early May: mainly coho salmon. Late May-August: mainly coho and chinook salmon. Trips for morning salmon begin ~90minutes before sunrise to hit the predawn salmon bite. Later starts can be arranged if needed but be aware, the early bite is the best experience! While we fish out of a smaller boat, we often fill the cooler over 100lbs of fish! Fish cleaning INCLUDED!

Join us for an exciting day on Lake Michigan targeting salmon and trout! Whether you're trolling the open water or jigging near structure, this trip offers hands-on action and a chance at trophy fish. All gear is provided—just bring your fishing license and get ready for a memorable adventure!