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Fishing Charters in Illinois, United States

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Moonpie Outdoors LLC
Moonpie Outdoors LLC
Star5(2)

locationEast Dundee, IL

15 Yrs experience Master Guide Good with kids Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Large Groups Good with Families Freshwater Fishing Fly Fishing
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Praised for wealth of outdoor knowledge, top-notch equipment, and insanely professional service

(2)
people2-50 Guests
clockIcon2-10 Hours

42 Trips

Starts from$150

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Bass Fishing Guide Service
Bass Fishing Guide Service
Star5(5)

locationItasca, IL

30 Yrs experience Good with kids Good with New Anglers Good with Families Bass Fishing Freshwater Fishing
aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about John's deep water knowledge and consistent bass catches

(5)
people1-2 Guests
clockIcon4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$450

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Wild Dog Guide Service
Wild Dog Guide Service
Star5(5)

locationChicago

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Praised for exceptional fish-finding ability and hands-on teaching approach

(5)
people1-3 Guests
clockIcon6 Hours

4 Trips

Starts from$350

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Angler Charters
Angler Charters
Star5(6)

locationChicago

46 Yrs experience Master Guide Good with kids Live Bait Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Large Groups Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Deep Sea Fishing
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Customers rave about hitting limits on lake trout and salmon with his expert guidance

(6)
people1-6 Guests
clockIcon6-8 Hours

2 Trips

Starts from$1,184

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Long Gone 3 Charters
Long Gone 3 Charters
Star5(10)

locationChicago

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Customers praise Captain Jim's local knowledge and consistent salmon and trout catches

(10)
people1-6 Guests
clockIcon5-8 Hours

9 Trips

Starts from$600

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Merganzer Fishing Charters
Merganzer Fishing Charters

locationLake Michigan

people3-6 Guests
clockIcon5-8 Hours

14 Trips

Starts from$650

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Jawzon Charter Services
Jawzon Charter Services

locationWaukegan, IL

people1-6 Guests
clockIcon6-8 Hours

4 Trips

Starts from$700

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Complete Guide to Illinois Fishing

Discover everything you need to know about fishing in Illinois - from top species and techniques to the best times to visit.

Top Species

Learn about the most sought-after fish species in Illinois waters

American Yellow Perch

Size

1 - 4 lbs

Length

1" - 10"

Habitat:
RiverLakeBackcountry

Brown Trout

Size

2 - 40 lbs

Length

13" - 39"

Habitat:
LakeRiver

Chinook Salmon

Size

10 - 50 lbs

Length

30" - 59"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreRiverLake

Coho Salmon

Size

8 - 12 lbs

Length

24" - 43"

Habitat:
LakeRiverOnshoreNearshore

Common Carp

Size

5 - 100 lbs

Length

16" - 47"

Habitat:
RiverLakeBackcountry

Flathead Catfish

Size

4 - 60 lbs

Length

12" - 61"

Habitat:
RiverLakeFlatsBackcountry

Lake Trout

Size

5 - 15 lbs

Length

25" - 59"

Habitat:
Lake

Largemouth Bass

Size

2 - 22 lbs

Length

15" - 32"

Habitat:
LakePondRivers

Muskellunge

Size

15 - 70 lbs

Length

24" - 72"

Habitat:
Weedy EdgesRocky ShoalsShallow Waters

Northern Pike

Size

2 - 34 lbs

Length

16" - 29"

Habitat:
Onshore

Rainbow Trout

Size

1 - 8 lbs

Length

16" - 34"

Habitat:
RiverLake

Sauger

Size

1 - 8 lbs

Length

12" - 21"

Habitat:
RiversLakesTributariesStreams,

Smallmouth Bass

Size

1 - 4 lbs

Length

12" - 27"

Habitat:
LakeRiver

Sockeye Salmon

Size

4 - 15 lbs

Length

18" - 32"

Habitat:
InshoreLakeRiver

Steelhead Trout

Size

2 - 35 lbs

Length

12" - 46"

Habitat:
Coastalrivers

Walleye

Size

1 - 10 lbs

Length

12" - 42"

Habitat:
LakeRiver

White Bass

Size

1 - 5 lbs

Length

10" - 18"

Habitat:
LakeRiver

Top Deep Sea Fishing Trips in Illinois

Wild Dog Guide Service
Wild Dog Guide Service
Star5(5)

locationChicago

aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Praised for exceptional fish-finding ability and hands-on teaching approach

(5)
people1-3 Guests
clockIcon6 Hours

4 Trips

Starts from$350

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Angler Charters
Angler Charters
Star5(6)

locationChicago

46 Yrs experience Master Guide Good with kids Live Bait Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Large Groups Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Deep Sea Fishing
aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about hitting limits on lake trout and salmon with his expert guidance

(6)
people1-6 Guests
clockIcon6-8 Hours

2 Trips

Starts from$1,184

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Top Hunting Guides in Illinois

Moonpie Outdoors LLC
Moonpie Outdoors LLC
Star5(2)

locationEast Dundee, IL

15 Yrs experience Master Guide Good with kids Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Large Groups Good with Families Freshwater Fishing Fly Fishing
aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Praised for wealth of outdoor knowledge, top-notch equipment, and insanely professional service

(2)
people2-50 Guests
clockIcon2-10 Hours

42 Trips

Starts from$150

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Top Activitiesgreen-underline in Illinois

Experience the Best of Illinois — Enjoy unforgettable adventures, stunning views, and relaxing moments that capture the true spirit of this beautiful destination.

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Water sports

Ratings & Reviews Summary in Illinois

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Fishing in Illinois offers diverse opportunities from Lake Michigan's salmon and trout waters to inland bass fishing across local lakes and rivers. Anglers target king salmon, coho salmon, lake trout, rainbow trout, steelhead, brown trout, and bass with guides providing quality equipment and proven techniques. Many groups reach their limits, with some Lake Michigan charters hauling hundreds of pounds of fish per trip. Guides emphasize hands-on instruction and educational approaches, teaching new fishing methods clients use independently. The atmosphere combines professional expertise with patient, family-friendly service that accommodates all skill levels from novices to seasoned anglers. Special occasions and return bookings are common, with fish cleaning and filleting services included.

Top Reviews

IllinoisRating5 / 5

Based on 28 reviews by Guidesly users

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Pete M

June 23, 2024

Guests
1 Guest
We celebrated Father’s Day a week late with a fantastic 5-hour afternoon fishing trip on Lake Michigan with Captain James. Thanks to his extensive knowledge of the local waters and real-time updates from his network of boats, Captain Jim kept us consistently fishing with the right bait, at the ideal depth, and with the perfect presentation throughout the day. We caught several nice-sized Coho. It was a wonderful afternoon on the water, characterized by a friendly and enjoyable atmosphere aboard a boat perfectly equipped for Lake Michigan. We highly recommend this charter, and I will definitely book Captain Jim and Long Gone 3 again in the future.
Long Gone 3 Charters
Long Gone 3 Charters
Star5(10)

locationChicago

aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Captain Jim's local knowledge and consistent salmon and trout catches

(10)
people1-6 Guests
clockIcon5-8 Hours

9 Trips

Starts from$600

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Brian R.

July 26, 2023

Guests
1 Guest
We booked an outing with Captain Gintas for a bachelor party of 6 at the beginning of June. The morning of was foggy and overcast, so we were skeptical of how well the trip was going to turn out. The sun ended up burning off all of the fog/clouds for a beautiful day, but it wouldn't have mattered anyway because Captain Gintas put us directly on the fish. Within 10 minutes of having bait in the water we were catching fish - and that pace kept up the entire day. We caught our limit in Lake Trout as well has a fair number of Coho salmon. Captain Gintas was incredibly knowledgeable and had 20+ years of experience and stories to share along the way. The deckhand Nick was also great and offered tips as well as cleaned/bagged all of our catch for us for transport when we got back to the dock. The entire experience exceeded all of our expectations, and we are already looking to book another outing before the end of the season. Highly recommended for a fun and successful trip!
Angler Charters
Angler Charters
Star5(6)

locationChicago

46 Yrs experience Master Guide Good with kids Live Bait Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Large Groups Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Deep Sea Fishing
aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about hitting limits on lake trout and salmon with his expert guidance

(6)
people1-6 Guests
clockIcon6-8 Hours

2 Trips

Starts from$1,184

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JW

Jack Wagon

October 24, 2021

Guests
1 Guest
There a great fish guide nice people.
Wild Dog Guide Service
Wild Dog Guide Service
Star5(5)

locationChicago

aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Praised for exceptional fish-finding ability and hands-on teaching approach

(5)
people1-3 Guests
clockIcon6 Hours

4 Trips

Starts from$350

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Mark A

August 6, 2021

Guests
1 Guest
5/5, Steve is a wealth of knowledge with answers to any outdoor sporting questions you may have. the equipment provided is top notch, and Steve is insanely professional at what he does. keep up the good work dude! we are already planning more trips for the spring.
Moonpie Outdoors LLC
Moonpie Outdoors LLC
Star5(2)

locationEast Dundee, IL

15 Yrs experience Master Guide Good with kids Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Large Groups Good with Families Freshwater Fishing Fly Fishing
aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Praised for wealth of outdoor knowledge, top-notch equipment, and insanely professional service

(2)
people2-50 Guests
clockIcon2-10 Hours

42 Trips

Starts from$150

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Ben

May 18, 2018

Guests
1 Guest
I recently went on a fishing trip with Captain John Angel and had an amazing experience. He was great with my kids, professional and knowledgeable. He was very patient and showed us all the best fishing spots. We caught so many bass and had a great time! I would definitely recommend Captain John Angel to anyone looking for an enjoyable fishing experience.
Bass Fishing Guide Service
Bass Fishing Guide Service
Star5(5)

locationItasca, IL

30 Yrs experience Good with kids Good with New Anglers Good with Families Bass Fishing Freshwater Fishing
aireviewGuest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about John's deep water knowledge and consistent bass catches

(5)
people1-2 Guests
clockIcon4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$450

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about booking and enjoying your Illinois Fishing charter experience.

FAQs about Illinois

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