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Traverse City Fishing Reports

Guests displaying a catch of lake trout and salmon after a successful Traverse City fishing charter on West Grand Traverse Bay

Traverse City Fishing Report: Excellent Summer Fishing Continues

Traverse City Fishing Report: Excellent Summer Fishing Continues Fishing has been very productive this week in Traverse City, with fish continuing to transition into their summer patterns throughout West Grand Traverse Bay. The bite has remained consistently strong, and we're...

Anglers holding a large lake trout during a Traverse City fishing charter on West Grand Traverse Bay

Traverse City Fishing Report: Fish Moving Deeper in West Grand Traverse Bay

Fishing stayed very good this week in Traverse City, with fish beginning to transition into deeper water as the week went on. Most of our action came in 40 to 80 feet of water, with fish holding anywhere from 30...

Customer holding a king salmon caught during a Lake Michigan fishing charter near Traverse City

Traverse City Fishing Report – Consistent Action Around West Grand Traverse Bay

Traverse City Fishing Report – Consistent Action Around West Grand Traverse Bay Fishing remained strong this past week around West Grand Traverse Bay, with customers aboard the Storm Hawk finding success in 30–70 feet of water along both peninsulas as...

Young girl holding a lake trout caught on a Lake Michigan fishing charter near Traverse City

Traverse City Fishing Report – Steady Action Around West Grand Traverse Bay

Traverse City Fishing Report – Steady Action Around West Grand Traverse Bay Fishing this past week provided steady action for our customers aboard the Storm Hawk. We found success throughout West Grand Traverse Bay, with lake trout making up the...

Lake Michigan Steelhead

Weekly Traverse City Fishing Report – Warmer Water Producing Fish

Fishing this past week on Lake Michigan near Traverse City provided steady action for anglers, with lake trout making up the majority of the catch along with a mix of steelhead and salmon. The most consistent fishing came in 40–60...

Spring lake trout fishing in West Grand Traverse Bay

Traverse City Fishing Report – Mixed Bag Action on the Bay

Traverse City Fishing Report – Mixed Bag Action on the Bay Traverse City fishing continues to provide steady action on Lake Michigan as we spent the morning working the southern end of the bay in 40–60 feet of water. Most...

Lake trout caught during a Traverse City fishing charter on Lake Michigan

Traverse City Fishing Report – Boat Is Back In The Water

Traverse City Fishing Report – Boat Is Back In The Water The Storm Hawk is officially back in the water and running trips for the 2026 season. Early fishing around Traverse City has been off to a strong start, with...

Angler holding trophy King Salmon on a Traverse City Fishing charter with Storm Hawk

What to expect on a fishing Charter?

What to Expect on a Fishing Charter with Storm Hawk Sport Fishing Charters in Traverse City If you’re planning a Traverse City fishing charter, you’re probably wondering what the experience is really like. From battling powerful Salmon and Trout on...

Ice Fishing!

The ice fishing season has been flying by! Luckily the fishing has been great! The 2026 guided ice fish season is starting to wind down already, a few more weeks and we are turning the page! We have limited availability...

Ice making conditions!

The future forecast is looking GREAT to make some ice! I am hoping to have options for our guided ice fishing trips started in the next two weeks! We have availability for the week between Christmas and New Years! Everything...

Choose Storm Hawk Sport Fishing Charters for a safe & fun experience

Storm Hawk Sport Fishing Charters has a great reputation of bringing in coolers of fish daily. It's no secret why we have customers coming back each summer to experience the fun of Charter Fishing in Traverse City. The fishing is very important to Capt. Brady as he works hard to ensure you catch as many fish as possible! Fishing is only part of the experience however. We have a very nice boat, top of the line fishing equipment, and all the safety gear. You will not be disappointed you choose Storm Hawk Sport Fishing!