Pappy's Bait & Tackle

Pappy's Bait & Tackle Established in 1947, Pappy's is the go to place to get advice, pick-up supplies, and everything else

06/03/2026

Good Morning from Pappy’s — 6/3/26 ☀️🎣

Here in Wellston, it’s currently 56° with a high of 78°. No rain in the forecast until Friday—perfect stretch to get out and enjoy it!

Tippy Water Conditions:
• Gage height: 8.97 ft
• Discharge: 2040cfs
• Temp: 62.8°F

Have a great day, smile big, and be happy like Pappy’s! ❤️🎣

06/01/2026

06/01/26

• First few kings are showing — both big & little manistee 🎣
• Late spawn at Tippy — few summer run so far
• Tippy Dam flow: 2000 cfs (wow!) | Temp: 62°
• Tippy Pond fishing is good
• Lake Michigan is on fire right now🔥

Stop in and have a great time out there!

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day from all of us at Pappys!

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. May we never take it for granted.
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05/16/2026

Good morning from Pappy’s – 5/16/26 ☀️🎣

It’s going to be a warm one today!!
FINALLY! it’s about time and I think that’s something we can all agree on 😉

Here in Wellston, as of 9 AM, it’s currently 60° and cloudy, with a high of 77° expected around 3 PM… with SUNSHINE!!!

Tippy Dam – Manistee River Report:
• Gage height: 9.19 ft
• Discharge: 2,430 cfs
• Water temp: 54.3°

Sunshine and warmer temperatures are finally here.
stop in and grab your tackle and bait today!

Have a great day everyone, enjoy the sunshine, and be happy ☀️

05/12/2026

Good morning from Pappy’s – 5/12/26

As of 10 AM here in Wellston, it’s 45° and cloudy with rain in the forecast.

Manistee River – Tippy Dam Report:
• Gage height: 9.11 ft
• Discharge: 2300 cfs
• Water temp: 53.2°

There are still fish to be caught—Tight lines! 🎣

05/08/2026

Good morning from Pappy’s 5/8/26! ☀️

Here in Wellston, it’s currently 39° and sunny, with a high of 61° expected around 5 PM.

Gage height: 9.21 ft
Discharge: 2460 cfs
Water temp: 53.8°

There are still plenty of fish around, and we’re open and ready to take care of all your fishing needs.

Tight lines! 🎣

05/05/2026

Good morning from Pappy’s 5/5/26!

Here in Wellston it’s currently 41° and cloudy, with a high of 52° expected around 3pm.

Gage height: 9.36 ft
Discharge: 2750 cfs
Water temp: 54°

There are still plenty of fish around, with most of them holding higher up in the river. Tight lines! 🎣

05/04/2026

Good morning from Pappy’s! ☀️
5/4/26

Currently it’s 59° and sunny here in Wellston, with a high of 70°—shaping up to be the nicest day of the week!

Gage height: 9.33 ft
Discharge: 2690 cfs
Water temp: 53.6°

Tight lines 🎣

05/02/2026

Good morning from Pappy’s! 5/2/26 ☀️

Here in Wellston it’s currently 39° and sunny, with a high of 49° expected around 3 PM today.

River conditions:

* Gage height: 9.41 ft
* Discharge: 2,840 cfs
* Water temp: 53.4°

Tight lines 🎣

05/01/2026

Pappy’s is officially asking the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to expand the Skamania steelhead plant to all rivers.

With global warming and rising water temperatures, Skamania steelhead are more tolerant of warmer water, making them a great fit for the future of our fisheries.

We believe more Skamania means more opportunity for anglers and a stronger fishery across the board. These fish bring excitement to the rivers and keep the summer bite alive!

If you’d like to see this happen too, make your voice heard—support matters.

Let’s grow the fishery together 💪🎣

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17092 Caberfae Highway
Wellston, MI
49689

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Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 7am - 5pm
Saturday 7am - 5pm
Sunday 7am - 5pm

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