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Fishing Charters in Illinois

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Illinois Fishing Charters(7 charters available)

Merganzer Fishing Charters
Merganzer Fishing Charters

locationLake Michigan

people3-6 Guests
clockIcon5-8 Hours

14 Trips

Starts from$650

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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

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

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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)

locationHomewood, IL

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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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Jawzon Charter Services
Jawzon Charter Services

locationWaukegan, IL

people1-6 Guests
clockIcon6-8 Hours

4 Trips

Starts from$700

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Angler Charters
Angler Charters
Star5(6)

locationChicago, IL

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

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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)

locationWaukegan, IL

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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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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)

locationHomewood, IL

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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, IL

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
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

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