Salt-Soaked Battles off Drummond Island: Salmon and Steelhead on Grand Traverse Bay

RAPID CITY FISHING FIELD GUIDE

Salt-Soaked Battles off Drummond Island: Salmon and Steelhead on Grand Traverse Bay

A focused 4-hour June outing from Rapid City with Fish With Jim Outfitters, targeting Atlantic and King salmon, steelhead and lake trout on Lake Huron and the DeTour Passage.

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Salt-Soaked Battles off Drummond Island: Salmon and Steelhead on Grand Traverse Bay.

Duration
4 Hours
Location
Rapid City
Operator
Fish With Jim Outfitters
Category
Fishing
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Grand Traverse Bay on Lake Huron is the staging ground for Fish With Jim Outfitters’ concentrated salmon programs: short, hard-fishing excursions in June that chase Atlantic and King salmon alongside steelhead and lake trout around the DeTour Passage and Drummond Island in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE FIGHT

Atlantic Salmon — top quarry off Drummond Island

Drummond Island is singled out as a prime spot for Atlantic salmon, fish that in this area are known to average about 7 pounds; anglers often encounter mixed catches of King Salmon, Steelhead and Lake Trout while targeting them.

THE WATERS

Lake Huron and the DeTour Passage

Fishing takes place on Lake Huron and in the DeTour Passage — productive, open-water grounds where the operator runs trips to put anglers on salmon and trout during the June window.

THE TIMING

A concentrated June program

Tours are offered in a narrow seasonal window — the last two weeks of June — with outings structured as 4-hour trips that prioritize targeted, efficient fishing.

What the day feels like

What the trip feels like

This is a short, focused angling mission: you meet at a local ramp in Rapid City, launch into Lake Huron and push toward the productive currents around the DeTour Passage and Drummond Island. Expect concentrated windowed effort—4-hour excursions—aimed at hooking Atlantic and King salmon with frequent opportunities for steelhead and lake trout.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this outing suits — and who should consider alternatives.

1
Avid AnglersIdeal for anglers seeking targeted salmon and trout action in a short, efficient format during the June season.
2
Day-Only VisitorsA good match if you want a single, concentrated half-day fishing experience rather than a full-day or multi-day trip.
3
Families with older childrenShort 4-hour outings can work for families if members are comfortable on open water; check operator guidance for age or participation policies.
4
First-time Saltwater AnglersSuitable for anglers new to Lake Huron salmon fishing who want a focused introduction, provided they book within the June window and review any operator requirements.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Season

Trips are offered during a narrow seasonal window — the last two weeks of June — and each outing runs approximately 4 hours.

Meeting Point

Meet at Aarwood DNR Boat Ramp, 7620 Aarwood Trail NW, Rapid City, MI 49676 for check-in and launch.

Operator

Trips are operated by Fish With Jim Outfitters out of Rapid City, Michigan.

What to Bring

Confirm specific gear and clothing recommendations with the operator before departure.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the trip?

Outings run approximately 4 hours.

Where do I meet the boat?

Meet at Aarwood DNR Boat Ramp, 7620 Aarwood Trail NW, Rapid City, MI 49676.

What species can I expect to catch?

Trips target Atlantic Salmon, King Salmon, Steelhead and Lake Trout.

When are trips offered?

Trips are offered during the last two weeks of June.

Where will we fish?

Fishing is conducted on Lake Huron, including the DeTour Passage and waters around Drummond Island.