View from the water of Sindbad's Restaurant and Marina, a key pickup location for Reel Fish'n walleye fishing charters on the Detroit River.

A group of five men standing behind a full limit of large walleye displayed on a tailgate after a successful spring fishing charter on the Detroit River with Reel Fish'n.

A group of anglers holding up several walleye on a Reel Fish'n charter boat with the Detroit skyline and Renaissance Center in the background.

A group of anglers enjoying a "catch and cook" walleye dinner at Sindbad's Restaurant after a successful Detroit River fishing charter with Reel Fish'n.

A diverse group of happy anglers holding up their limit of Detroit River walleye on a Reel Fish'n charter boat with the downtown Detroit skyline in the background.

A young angler reeling in a fish while a Reel Fish'n guide readies the net on the Detroit River, with the Ambassador Bridge visible in the background.

An angler fighting a fish with a bent rod while a Reel Fish'n guide prepares the net on the Detroit River during a spring walleye charter.

A group of children proudly posing with a large walleye on a Reel Fish'n charter boat with the Detroit Renaissance Center and city skyline in the background.

A young boy in camouflage watching closely as a Reel Fish'n guide nets a fish on the Detroit River during a spring walleye charter.

A father and son standing behind a table full of limit-caught Detroit River walleye after a morning charter with Reel Fish'n.

A group of four men posing behind a heavy limit of Detroit River walleye displayed on a truck tailgate after a Reel Fish'n charter trip.

A group of four anglers in cold-weather gear holding up fresh walleye on a Reel Fish'n charter boat during the early spring Detroit River run.

Two buckets overflowing with fresh-caught walleye on the deck of a Reel Fish'n charter boat after a successful day on the Detroit River.

A group of women smiling and holding up walleye on a Reel Fish'n charter boat with the Detroit skyline and Renaissance Center in the background.

A group of five women posing with their full limit of Detroit River walleye on a cleaning table after a successful Reel Fish'n charter.

A large group of over a dozen anglers posing with a massive spread of walleye at Sindbad's Marina after a multi-boat Reel Fish'n charter on the Detroit River.

A diverse group of four anglers in rain gear holding up walleye on a Reel Fish'n charter boat with the Detroit Renaissance Center skyline in the background.

A group of four anglers in winter fishing gear holding up fresh walleye on a Reel Fish'n charter boat with the Detroit skyline towering in the background.

Experience the World's Best Walleye Run

The Detroit River in the springtime is the most prolific walleye fishery in the country. Experience the world's largest walleye migration as millions of fish push upriver from Lake Erie. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-timer, Reel Fish'n provides the expertise and top-tier gear to put you on the fish.

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Pro Equipment & Expert Techniques

Our guided fishing charters offer an unparalleled experience on these waters. Vertical jigging is the preferred technique for catching walleye in the Detroit River, and we have years of experience using this method to put our clients on the fish.

Our fishing charters depart from Sindbad's Marina on the upper river in downtown Detroit, providing easy access to the best walleye fishing grounds in the area. We provide all the necessary fishing equipment, including rods, reels, and bait, so all you need to do is show up ready to fish.

Our fishing charters are available for half-day trips, mornings or afternoons and we can accommodate both experienced anglers and beginners. We take the time to get to know each client and their individual fishing goals, ensuring a personalized and enjoyable experience for all.

A Full-Service Detroit River Experience

In addition to the excitement of catching walleye, the Detroit River offers stunning views of the city skyline and surrounding areas, adding to the overall experience of the fishing trip. After a successful day out on the river we encourage you to take a few fish into Sindbad’s for their excellent Catch & Cook option. There’s nothing better than fresh walleye from river to table in less than a few hours.

Book your walleye fishing charter with us and get ready for an unforgettable day on the Detroit River!

Charter trips are available on the Detroit river in the months of April and May.

Please check our Trip Preparation page for details on what to bring for your fishing trip.