Top-Rated Fishing Charters
on Lake St. Clair,
Detroit & St. Clair rivers
Bass, Muskie, Walleye, Perch & Sturgeon Fishing
Fish Headz offers expertly guided fishing charters on Lake St. Clair, the Detroit River, and the St. Clair River, providing anglers with the opportunity to target Smallmouth Bass, Muskie, Walleye, and Sturgeon. Whether you're looking for a relaxed day on the water or an action-packed fishing adventure, we have the knowledge and experience to make it happen.
With over 40 years of experience, we have a deep understanding of seasonal fish movements, prime fishing spots, and the best techniques to ensure a successful trip. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the ropes or an experienced angler in search of a trophy catch, our goal is to provide an unforgettable fishing experience tailored to your needs.
Your Adventure Starts Here – Fish Like a Pro
📌 Why Fish With Us?
✔ Fully guided trips on Lake St. Clair, the Detroit & St. Clair Rivers
✔ Bass, Muskie, Walleye, Perch & Sturgeon fishing
✔ Top-tier rods, reels & bait included
✔ A dialed-in, no-nonsense approach to catching big fish
Fishing Lake St. Clair, Detroit & St.Clair Rivers
Lake St. Clair and the Detroit River are home to some of the best freshwater fishing in North America, offering a wide variety of species, constant action, and trophy-class fish. Whether you're after Smallmouth Bass, Muskie, Walleye, or Sturgeon, these waters are loaded with fish and provide consistent, high-quality fishing from spring through fall.
Unlike the deeper Great Lakes, Lake St. Clair is relatively shallow, averaging just 11 feet deep. This creates warmer water temperatures, abundant baitfish, and an ideal environment for predator fish to thrive. The Detroit River, with its steady current and rocky structure, acts as a natural funnel, bringing in millions of migrating fish. These waters hold some of the largest and healthiest fish populations in the Midwest, making every trip an exciting one.
Why Fish Here?
Unmatched Fishing Variety – Bass, Walleye, Muskie, Sturgeon, Perch, Catfish, and more.
Constant Action – Short wait times between bites, with multiple fish species in one trip.
Trophy Potential – Some of the biggest Muskies and Smallmouth Bass in North America.
Easy Access – No long boat rides—you're fishing within minutes of launching.
Where We Fish
✅ Anchor Bay – Known for Smallmouth Bass and Walleye, this shallow, structure-filled area holds fish all season long.
✅ Belle River Hump – A go-to spot for Muskie, especially when casting big bucktails and topwater lures.
✅ South Channel – A prime location for huge Sturgeon and Walleye in deeper water.
✅ Detroit River Trenton Channel – A major Walleye migration route, producing incredible numbers of fish in the spring and fall.
What You Can Catch
Walleye – Detroit River & Lake St. Clair have one of the best Walleye populations in the country.
Smallmouth Bass – Ranked #1 in the U.S. by Bassmaster, these fish are everywhere.
Muskellunge (Muskie) – World-class 50-inch+ fish caught every year.
Lake Sturgeon – A true prehistoric monster fish, growing over 100 lbs.
Yellow Perch, Northern Pike and more – Always something biting.
Trophy Walleye Charters
As it is, we some 4-10 million walleyes that migrate through the Detroit river in spring as they travel mostly from Lake Erie and the Maumee river after the spawn. This incredible fishery has exploded over the years which has been responsible for the awesome catches we are experiencing. Vertical jigging has to be one of the most exciting method to fish walleyes. The perfectly matched rod and reel combos we use make for a great fight when looking at fish that average 2-4lbs but very common to see 6-8lbs on any given day. For trophy walleyes pushing the 10lbs mark and up, we target the early part of spring to zero in on some of the biggest walleyes our customers have every caught!
Meet Captain Joel Piatek
Your Expert Guide on Lake St. Clair
With over 40 years of experience, Captain Joel Piatek knows Lake St. Clair, the Detroit River, and St. Clair Flats like the back of his hand. As the owner of Fish Headz Sport Fishing Charters, he’s spent decades putting anglers on trophy-class Smallmouth Bass, Muskie, Walleye, and Sturgeon. Whether you're a seasoned pro or brand new to fishing, Captain Joel's expertise, top-tier gear, and no-nonsense approach to finding fish will make your trip one to remember.
LAYOUT SHOOTING
Having grown up on the St. Clair Flats with over 30 years experience hunting and fishing the region, Captain Joel knows where to fish and when. Joel is a hardcore outdoorsman who is at it year-round.
LIMITED OPENINGS
DURING PRIME MIGRATIONS!!!
Tournament Highlight
Championship Caliber Sports Fishing
With his proven ability to locate and land trophy fish under pressure, you can trust that Captain Joel knows exactly where to go and what it takes to put you on big fish—whether it’s in a tournament setting or on a charter trip.
Fish with a captain who competes at the highest level! Book your trip today. 🎣🔥