Benzie Fishing Service

 Benzie Fishing Service is owned and operated by  David Kane, a USCG Licensed Captain. Manistee River fishing is what I do! Salmon and Steelhead are my target species. For over 25 years I have been fishing on the river. In this time I have learned the spots and methods to put you on the fish. All of my trips are aboard  my custom built Fish Rite power boat. I use a variety of fishing techniques to get the job done , from casting spawn and lures to pulling plugs. All of my trips start at Potters Landing on the Manistee River just a short drive from the town of Manistee. With half and all day trips available, and all bait and tackle provided, you are assured a quality trip on the river. Now accepting reservations!

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Seasons:  I begin Steelhead fishing in early March, there have been fish migrating through the river since last fall. Just a hint of spring weather seems to get them biting. At this time we are floating spawn under a bobber and pulling plugs. This fishing continues until early May. During April we have fish coming in to spawn and others that are dropping back after spawning and they are great biters!   August is when the King Salmon run begins. I start out casting stick baits and pulling plugs, these early run fish are in great shape and excellent fighters! This fishing continues thru September and is the most popular fishing activity on the river. In October the Steelhead run begins. I am casting spawn bags at this time. This is my all time favorite, and it continues into December.

Now accepting reservations for the spring Steelhead Season. We had a good run of fish this fall and winter. With a mild winter so far, I am expecting the good fishing to continue through the spring!