Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 36'

Launching out of Winthrop Harbor, Kinn’s Sport Fishing takes their clients and friends to the productive waters of Lake Michigan. If you are looking for a freshwater adventure on your next vacations in Illinois, you have found the right place.

The Winthrop season begins in April as the lake begins to warm up. You will be able to start targeting Coho Salmon and Steelhead as they begin their hunt for schooling alewives. The season will go through May and will last for just under 6 weeks.

Your targeted species will also be active close to shore so you won’t have to travel too far out to fill the cooler with the best-eating fish of the season!

Kinn’s Sport Fishing operates a 36’ Chris Craft boat with enough room for up to 6 anglers. Bring your friends and family with you to share these unforgettable moments!

The vessel comes powered by twin 330 HP Crusader engines and outfitted with modern GPS, fishfinder, and VHF radio to save your time while you’re searching for Salmon and Trout. It also features a restroom for your maximum comfort while on the water.

Your trip will come inclusive with quality rods, reels, tackle, and lures, as well as cleaning and filleting of your catch. All aboard!

Sales tax included in the rates.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 21 - May 31
    US $839
    This afternoon trip is ideal for those who are not early birds! Your main targets will be Salmon and Trout.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 21 - May 31
    US $948
    This is a six-hour morning trip for Salmon and Trout on Lake Michigan.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 21 - May 31
    US $948
    Enjoy an afternoon out on the water, targeting Salmon and Trout.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 21 - May 31
    US $1,370
    Spend your day trolling for Salmon and Trout on Lake Michigan!
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FAQs about Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 36'

Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 36' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $839 per group - 5 Hour Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $948 per group - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $948 per group - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,370 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 36', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice Box Cooler
  • Radar

Trips booked with Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 36' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate

Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 36' offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing

Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 36' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling

Top targeted fish species with Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 36' include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Meet the Captain

Troy Mattson
Winthrop Harbor, Illinois, United States
80 Customer reviews
Member since November 2017
The company was founded in Algoma back in 1969 by the late Howard Kinn and has evolved into Wisconsin's premier charter fishing destination. A team of experienced and professional anglers, Kinn's Sport Fishing is owned and operated by Captain Troy Mattson and Bret Cook. A North Dakota native and a “flatlander,” Troy has always loved the outdoors. He is obsessed with Salmon fishing industry and has spent almost two decades mastering the Great Lakes. Troy is a proud husband and father of two little girls. Captain Bret Cook began exploring the Great Lakes in the mid-1990's. He partnered with the legendary Howard Kinn in 2000 and has never looked back.

About this listing

Targeted species

Brown Trout Brown Trout
Lake Trout Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Coho) Coho Salmon

Boat specs

Chris Craft (Convertible) originally built in 1978, and restored in 2018. Powered by 2 330HP Crusader engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 16 knots.

Length
36 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Refrigerator
Ice Box
Cooler

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
Checks

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