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Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 38' 

5.0
(1 review)
 North Point Drive, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096, United States–

Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 38' 

Winthrop Harbor, IL, United States
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38 ft
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5.0
(1 review)
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Kinn's Sport Fishing invites you to join them in Winthrop Harbor and enjoy the beautiful waters of the mighty Lake Michigan. Explore its western shores and have a fun-filled trip with your family and friends. 

This legendary company has been putting their clients on fish since 1969. Founded by the late Howard Kinn, the charters evolved into one of the most respectful destinations in Lake Michigan.

The crew's enthusiasm and dedication are simply contagious. They will work hard to put you on top of the hottest bite and show you the most productive spots to land your very own Coho Salmon, Lake Trout, Steelhead, and Brown Trout.

Troll these beautiful waters aboard a 38' Bertram boat, which is a seaworthy vessel with enough room for up to 6 anglers. This boat comes powered by twin 330 HP Mercruiser engines. It is outfitted with all the electronics and professional accessories needed for a productive day of trolling.

Pack your lunch and drinks and join the crew aboard their vessel. You will be able to purchase a valid fishing license at a small fee right on the boat. All rods, reels, tackle, and lures will be provided for the trip. Your fish will be cleaned by the deckhand once you're done catching.

Sales tax included in the rates.

Kinn's Sport Fishing invites you to join them in Winthrop Harbor and enjoy the beautiful waters of the mighty Lake Michigan. Explore its western shores and have a fun-filled trip with your family and friends. 

This legendary company has been putting their clients on fish since 1969. Founded by the late Howard Kinn, the charters evolved into one of the most respectful destinations in Lake Michigan.

The crew's enthusiasm and dedication are simply contagious. They will work hard to put you on top of the hottest bite and show you the most productive spots to land your very own Coho Salmon, Lake Trout, Steelhead, and Brown Trout.

Troll these beautiful waters aboard a 38' Bertram boat, which is a seaworthy vessel with enough room for up to 6 anglers. This boat comes powered by twin 330 HP Mercruiser engines. It is outfitted with all the electronics and professional accessories needed for a productive day of trolling.

Pack your lunch and drinks and join the crew aboard their vessel. You will be able to purchase a valid fishing license at a small fee right on the boat. All rods, reels, tackle, and lures will be provided for the trip. Your fish will be cleaned by the deckhand once you're done catching.

Sales tax included in the rates.

Troy Mattson
Captain
Troy Mattson
32 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
Popular features
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Toilet
Child friendly
Rods, reels & tackle
Popular features
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Toilet
Child friendly
Rods, reels & tackle

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Trip availability and prices

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3 hr (PM Trip)
Non-refundable
3 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $509
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip (PM)
Non-refundable
5 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 21 - May 31
US $849
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 4:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 21 - May 31
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Coho)
US $949
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (PM)
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 21 - May 31
US $949
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
Non-refundable
8 hour trip starts at 4:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 21 - May 31
US $1,349
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
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Fishing Experience

Reviews (1)

  • Amie Luna
    Amie Luna
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
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    Fishing with Troy

    3 hr (PM Trip) on May 25, 2025 • 6 adults

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Boat & equipment
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Captain & crew
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Amie Luna
Amie Luna
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Troy
3 hr (PM Trip) on May 25, 2025 • 6 adults

Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Coho Salmon
Alfonso Reyna
Alfonso Reyna
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
The captain canceled
November 30, 2025

The charter operator canceled 4 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

FAQs about Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 38'

Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 38' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $509 per group - 3 hr (PM Trip) (3 hours)
  • US $849 per group - 5 Hour Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $949 per group - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $949 per group - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,349 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 38', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Radar
Trips booked with Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 38' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 38' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 38' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Kinn's Sport Fishing - Winthrop 38' include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Troy Mattson
Troy Mattson
Winthrop Harbor, Illinois, United States
ID & license verified
130 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
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.
Troy Mattson
Troy Mattson
Fully verified
130
reviews
2017
member since
~1h
response
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.

The fish you can target

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

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
38 ft
Year built
1978
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Bertram
Boat type
Convertible
Engine model
Mercruiser
Powered by
2 x 330HP
Max cruising speed
14 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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

What’s biting in Winthrop Harbor right now

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

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