Lake St. Clair has been recognized by American Angler magazine as one of the "Top 50 Fly Fishing Destinations in the U.S." and may be the best smallmouth fishery anywhere! In addition, Lake St. Clair is rated as one of the top fisheries in the U.S. for muskellunge. Anglers are also likely to encounter largemouth bass, northern pike, white bass, yellow perch, carp, walleye, drum and rock bass. Below is some basic ideas on the seasons as well as trip basics and pricing. As always, give us a call or click the links below to book a trip!
Seasons/Species
Muskellunge: First Saturday in June - November 1st (St. Clair) and Last Saturday in April - November 1st (Inland Lakes)
Smallmouth Bass: Last Saturday in April - November 1st
Pike: April - May/ October- November 1st
White Bass: May- June
Walleye: April - June
Carp: April- June
Largemouth: April- November 1st
Drum: April - November 1st
Trip Details
Once you have booked a trip, you will be contacted by Captain Brian. You will then meet at the specified time and place, a map will be provided with your trip confirmation. Great Lakes Fly Fishing provides all of the equipment and flies that you may need although you may want to bring your own. A basic equipment/flies listing will be provided as well for those that do. You need to bring your own food/drinks. Cooler is provided. 4 hour or 8 hour charters are available. Start times are flexible. Overnight accomodations and hotel/airport pickup is available- just ask. * Further information provided upon trip confirmation.
Trip Pricing
All rates are for the boat, 1 angler or 2, the price is the same.
Full Day Trips (8+ Hours): $450.00 and can include all tackle and flies
Add $100 for third angler, contact us for a fourth angler
1/2 Day Trips (4 hours): $300.00 and can include all tackle and flies
Add $75.00 for third angler, contact us for a fourth angler
To inquire about a Fly Fishing Trip with Brian Meszaros and his Great Lakes Fly Fishing - give us a call at 888-451-0363 or contact us via e-mail at admin@madriveroutfitters.com.
Mad River Outfitters
813 Bethel Rd.
Columbus, Ohio 43214
614-451-0363
