Betts Guide Service

Specialties

Come Join us for World Class Fishing opportunities on Michigan’s most famous rivers, The Muskegon River, The Pere Marquette, The Big Manistee, and The White River. Our guides excel in innovative fly fishing and float fishing — Center pin techniques for Great Lakes Steelhead, Salmon, and Trout.

Michigan River Fishing Calendar:

Spring Steelhead — March, April, May

Trout — May, June, July, August

Smallmouth Bass — June, July, August

Salmon — Late August, September, October

Fall Steelhead — November, December

Winter Steelhead — December, January, Febuary, March

History

Established in 1996.

Since 1996, Betts Guide Service located in Newaygo, Michigan has provided anglers with the best in Muskegon River Fly Fishing. With an excellent team of professional fly fishing guides, our staff pride themselves in offering the very best in guided Steelhead fishing, lodging and hospitality. Our river guides are knowledgeable, courteous, professional, and happy to spend the day on the water with you!

Meet the Business Owner

Chad B.

Business Owner

Growing up in Newaygo, I have always felt drawn to the Muskegon River. Since the age of twelve, it has been hard to keep me away from it’s gravel riffles and outstanding fishing!

In 1996, I worked at a small bait shop in Croton called «The Fisherman’s Retreat». It was there I found my calling… fishing guide.

In the fall of 1996 I attended the University of Michigan for Fisheries Biology, but soon learned I couldn’t stay away. I guided through college breaks and the summers.

For the past 16 years, I have made the commitment to be one of the most knowledgeable Fly Fishing guides on The Muskegon, Pere Marquette and White rivers. I also truly enjoy Float Fishing for Steelhead, Trout, and Salmon.

I am passionate about guiding for Steelhead, Trout, Salmon. I currently spend over 300 days a year on the water either guiding, scouting new locations, or fun fishing with my friends.