TC Bass Destination Charters

After retiring as a mechanical engineer in the power industry, I turned my lifelong passion for bass fishing into Traverse City Bass Destination Charters. With over 10 years on these waters, I know every contour, ledge, and hiding spot in Grand Traverse Bay and the surrounding inland lakes.

Northwestern Michigan has earned a national reputation for exceptional smallmouth bass fishing—and I am ready to put you on the fish. Whether you're chasing numbers or hunting a trophy, your next personal best could be one cast away.

Grand Traverse Bay offers over 30 miles of shoreline and a mix of rocky points, gravel flats, and deep structure that holds smallmouth from ice-out through late fall. I fish the bay year-round and stay on the fish as conditions change — so when you step onto the boat, you're getting current, local knowledge that no app or chart can replace. All equipment is provided, all fish are catch-and-release, and every trip is tailored to your group's experience level.

• Fully guided smallmouth bass charter
• Quality rods, reels, and tackle provided
• Instruction for beginners and experienced anglers
• A relaxed, safety-first experience on Grand Traverse Bay