Salt City Boat Tours
Welcome aboard Salt City Boat Tours!
Founded in 2025, Salt City Boat Tours was created to share our love of the water and highlight the beauty, history, and wildlife of Manistee County. As lifelong boaters and owners of Copperhead Sportfishing Charters, we believe the best way to experience Manistee is from the water.
Our private tours are perfect for families, couples, and small groups seeking a relaxing experience on Lake Michigan, Manistee Harbor, Manistee Lake, and the Manistee River Channel. Depending on the trip, you may enjoy local history, harbor activity, waterfront homes, wildlife, scenic shorelines, and unforgettable sunsets.
Please note that these are sightseeing, history, sunset, and eco tours—not fishing trips. For Lake Michigan fishing charters, please book us through Copperhead Sportfishing Charters on Fishing Booker.
We also offer custom private tours to destinations such as Manistee Harbor, Manistee Lake, Lake Michigan, Onekama, Portage Lake, and historic Portage Point. Contact Captain Matt using the “Message Captain” button to create a trip tailored to your interests.
Guests may bring snacks and beverages. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but please do not bring hard liquor, red wine, or glass bottles. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for drugs, including marijuana in any form.
A small refrigerator is available onboard, and coolers are welcome. Please avoid spray sunscreen and bug spray while aboard, as they can damage equipment and upholstery. Lotion sunscreen is welcome, and bug spray may be applied before boarding.
We look forward to sharing the beauty of Manistee from the water. If you have any questions, please contact Captain Matt through the “Message Captain” button.
Thank you,
Captain Matt McQueen
Salt City Boat Tours
Copperhead Sportfishing LLC
Welcome aboard Salt City Boat Tours!
Founded in 2025, Salt City Boat Tours was created to share our love of the water and highlight the beauty, history, and wildlife of Manistee County. As lifelong boaters and owners of Copperhead Sportfishing Charters, we believe the best way to experience Manistee is from the water.
Our private tours are perfect for families, couples, and small groups seeking a relaxing experience on Lake Michigan, Manistee Harbor, Manistee Lake, and the Manistee River Channel. Depending on the trip, you may enjoy local history, harbor activity, waterfront homes, wildlife, scenic shorelines, and unforgettable sunsets.
Please note that these are sightseeing, history, sunset, and eco tours—not fishing trips. For Lake Michigan fishing charters, please book us through Copperhead Sportfishing Charters on Fishing Booker.
We also offer custom private tours to destinations such as Manistee Harbor, Manistee Lake, Lake Michigan, Onekama, Portage Lake, and historic Portage Point. Contact Captain Matt using the “Message Captain” button to create a trip tailored to your interests.
Guests may bring snacks and beverages. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but please do not bring hard liquor, red wine, or glass bottles. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for drugs, including marijuana in any form.
A small refrigerator is available onboard, and coolers are welcome. Please avoid spray sunscreen and bug spray while aboard, as they can damage equipment and upholstery. Lotion sunscreen is welcome, and bug spray may be applied before boarding.
We look forward to sharing the beauty of Manistee from the water. If you have any questions, please contact Captain Matt through the “Message Captain” button.
Thank you,
Captain Matt McQueen
Salt City Boat Tours
Copperhead Sportfishing LLC

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Capt. Matt McQueen commands a Wellcraft Coastal 2800 Sportfishing vessel based in beautiful Manistee. His boat is 28 feet long and 10 feet wide. Features include Sonar, radar, VHF Radio, autopilot, and all required US Coast Guard safety equipment. There is a head (toilet) on board as well. With a deep love for Lake Michigan and years of boating experience, he ensures every trip is safe, smooth, and filled with local insight. Join Capt. Matt for a relaxing journey and witness Manistee's stunning coastline from the best seat in town.
Capt. Matt McQueen commands a Wellcraft Coastal 2800 Sportfishing vessel based in beautiful Manistee. His boat is 28 feet long and 10 feet wide. Features include Sonar, radar, VHF Radio, autopilot, and all required US Coast Guard safety equipment. There is a head (toilet) on board as well. With a deep love for Lake Michigan and years of boating experience, he ensures every trip is safe, smooth, and filled with local insight. Join Capt. Matt for a relaxing journey and witness Manistee's stunning coastline from the best seat in town.
Security deposit is not required
A refundable deposit is not required by the charter operator.
Fuel is included
Fuel is included in the price of the rental.
Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
Pay online in full
Pay online in full through BoatBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Reserve with a 10% booking deposit, pay the captain the rest
When the captain confirms your trip, BoatBooker charges your credit card a 10% booking deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
