One of the most unique and exciting aspects of fishing Atlantic Salmon in Detour Passage is the influence of massive lake freighters moving through the St. Marys River system into northern Lake Huron. These enormous ships do far more than create an incredible backdrop for fishing photos — they actively influence fish behavior and can create some outstanding salmon opportunities for anglers who understand how to fish around them safely and effectively. At Fish With Jim Outfitters, freighter...

As summer settles into Northern Michigan and Torch Lake begins to warm, the fishing patterns for Lake Trout and Atlantic Salmon change dramatically. Fish transition away from shallow spring locations and begin relating to deep water structure, cold water temperatures, and the developing thermocline. This period creates some of the most technical — and rewarding — trolling opportunities of the season. At Fish With Jim Outfitters, targeting Lake Trout and Atlantic Salmon over deep water on...

The waters surrounding Detour Passage, Drummond Island, and the mouth of the St. Marys River offer one of the most exciting and unique Atlantic Salmon fisheries in the Great Lakes. Every year during the last two weeks of June, massive schools of baitfish, strong current flow, and ideal water temperatures combine to create incredible opportunities for anglers targeting aggressive, open-water Atlantic Salmon in northern Lake Huron. At Fish With Jim Outfitters, this fishery has become one of our...