Captain Mitch Mattson

Hello, & welcome to our website. I am Captain Mitch Mattson.

I am a native of the UP (Upper Peninsula of Michigan) and Lake Superior - I grew up on the shores of Lake Superior, exploring its depths, its shorelines, fishing spots, and braving its temperament.

Captain Mitch Mattson

You might say my heart is of this land and Lake Superior. I love the water, fishing, and sharing with others its fierce hunt and magestic scenery. When I was young, it was a given that I would become a commercial charter Captain

Over my twenty years of taking people out on Lake Superior fishing charter trips, I've met people from all corners of the nation, I pride myself most on being committed to my word - to provide unsurpassed reliable equipment for the safety of my guests, to respect the lake, to give my guests my very best efforts, and to always be a straight-shooter.

Your safety is my first priority, and your satisfaction, enjoyment, and success are my second priority.

When guests call, they often ask which trip is the best, so we wanted to include some suggestions on our website. If you have never been to Stannard Rock, it is an adventure of a lifetime you don't want to miss; if you have a full day, you'll want to go fishing at Stannard Rock. It is a full day charter to the most remote fishing location on Superior where fish come up from the depths to feed on a sunken island nearing the surface. Lake Trout in excess of twenty pounds are generally caught by casting spoons and jigs.

The Big Reef is just thirty miles out and famous for its regular big lakers over twenty pounds. It is also a very consistent area to catch fish.

If your time is more limited to a few hours or so, the Shelter Bay Flats are one of Lake Superior's most consistent Lake Trout producing areas. Coho, Chinook, and Steelheads are also caught in the Shelter Bay Flats.

And if you are interested in seeing the shoreline, Grand Island, Pictured Rocks, and the other magestic scenery along the shoreline of Lake Superior, we are here to serve as your host and guide for an hour, half day, full day, or on a Sunset Tour.

Reservation are not required, but we do encourage them, particularly if you are driving from a distance.

The reality of fishing is that it is a sport - a challenge of man versus nature. I guarantee fish on all full day trips. That's not to say that I can guarantee that you will always catch your limit or that your catches will always be record-size, but I give you my word that I will do everything possible to ensure that your full day of fishing produces fish. Some days, fishing is excellent, but there are those days when it is poor. My trips are second to none and our record over the past 20 years has shown us to be very successful.

I maintain my boats, engines, and equipment impeccably. Reliability is a very serious matter on Lake Superior, particularly in that there are few resources, at times there are no other resources available to help a boat in distress. Over 20 years, I have never once been stranded on the lake, nor even had the slightest engine problem. Keeping everything in good repair ensures that every party makes it back to shore safely after their fishing adventure.

While Lake Superior is known for the record-winning catches fishermen love, it is also known for its volatile temperament. Whether trolling a calm reef or braving through 'three sisters', I possess years upon years of experience on Lake Superior and overcoming its fiery.

We take reservations for both the current and the next fishing season. Many of our guests book ahead. The season begins in May running through September, as weather permits. Summer dates are going fast. To ensure that your date is available, it is a good idea to make your reservations as soon as you know the timing.

Reserve A Fishing Charter

To reserve your date, give us a call
at (906) 892-8230, or use our
online Reservation Form.