Griffin Sport Fishing Charters 

4.9/5 (41 reviews)
 701 North Point Drive, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096, United States

Griffin Sport Fishing Charters 

4.9/5 (41 reviews)
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701 North Point Drive
Winthrop Harbor, IL, United States
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Lake Michigan has many fishing adventures to offer to both beginner and pro anglers, and if you’re eager to explore its waters, Griffin Sport Fishing Charters is an excellent choice! With skilled Captain Brian Griffin to lead the way, you’re in for a productive fishing trip.

Your guide has been casting his lines in Lake Michigan for over 15 years, and he enjoyed it so much, he decided to make it his full-time job. He will take you to the best fish hideouts to catch anything from Coho and Chinook Salmon to Rainbow, Brown, and Lake Trout.

Delicious Salmon are abundant here, and you can easily hook your next personal record, both when it comes to the size and the quantity of the fish. Trout also come in formidable numbers, but Salmon remains the most prized catch. After the trip, you will get your catch cleaned and filleted.

You will be fishing out of a 36’ Peacemaker – an offshore sport fisher that can comfortably sit up to 6 people. Outfitted with twin 350 HP Crusader engines, the vessel will get you to the best bite in no time. There’s a private toilet on board and plenty of room for everybody to fish at the same time.

Capt. Brian will provide you with the quality fishing equipment, including Shimano and Abu Garcia rods and reels. A friendly first mate will tell you what to do when the reels start screaming and if needed, he’ll help you bring your catch into the boat. He works for tips, so a 15–20% is a customary way of showing your gratitude.

When going on a trip with Griffin Sport Fishing Charters, you will need to bring your fishing license, a spare cooler for your catch, as well as food and drinks. Kids are welcome to join you – as long as they’re 5 and older – there’s more than enough space and fish for everyone. Wet your lines in Lake Michigan and catch something worth bragging about!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 41 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (71)

Awesome trip!
Awesome trip!
Awesome trip!
+68

Angler rating

35
2
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

93%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

90%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 41 reviews
Showing: 5 of 41 reviews
Brian D.
Brian D.
5.0/5

Jun 13, 2025

6 Hour Trip (AM)

Great fishing trip

VERIFIED

Capt Griffin and crew were exceptional in providing a wonderful fishing experience. They were relentless in their pursuit of the hot spots to allow us great opportunities to catch some fish. We came away with a great haul. Thank you so much for a great experience on Lake Michigan. Would highly recommend him!!

Capt Griffin and crew were exceptional in providing a wonderful fishing experience. They were relentless in their pursuit of the...  

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 Brian D. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters
 Brian D. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 14, 2025
Brian, thank you very much for this review! We are so glad you enjoyed your charter and we look forward to seeing you again! Give us a call anytime!

Brenton H.
Brenton H.
4.7/5

Aug 1, 2025

6 Hour Trip (PM)

August fishing trip

VERIFIED

Captain Brian and his First mate (Jack) did an amazing job guiding our family. Both are very good with helping kids and adults experience salmon fishing. We caught a mixed bag of fish (kings, Coho and steelhead) on an afternoon trip today. I'd recommend Brian for anyone wanting to go with a charter and/with kids learning how to fish.

Captain Brian and his First mate (Jack) did an amazing job guiding our family. Both are very good with helping kids and adults...  

 Brenton H. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters
 Brenton H. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters

Bradley M.
Bradley M.
5.0/5

Jul 15, 2025

6 Hour Trip (PM) *Weekday Special*

Awesome trip!

VERIFIED

We booked the day before because we were looking for something to kill the time. Got out on the water and had an amazing time with friends, chatting with the crew, and catching fish! Very informative throughout the trip. We had a great time!

We booked the day before because we were looking for something to kill the time. Got out on the water and had an amazing time...  

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 Bradley M. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters
 Bradley M. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters

Scott M.
Scott M.
5.0/5

Jul 1, 2025

6 Hour Trip (AM) *Weekday Special*

Amazing Charter

VERIFIED

The Captain and first mate were super nice and very knowledgable. Had a blast and caught a ton of fish. The boat/cabin is very comfortable and clean as well. Best Lake Michigan charter I’ve been on.

The Captain and first mate were super nice and very knowledgable. Had a blast and caught a ton of fish. The boat/cabin is very...  

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 Scott M. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
 Scott M. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 1, 2025
Thank you very much Scott, enjoy those fish!

David J.
David J.
5.0/5

Jun 24, 2025

6 Hour Trip (AM) *Weekday Special*

Good trip

VERIFIED

Brian and Jack found good area to fish and we were one fish shy of our limit so we were very pleased. Im sure we would have gotten there if we didn’t request to leave an hour early due to the heat. Fun experience!

Brian and Jack found good area to fish and we were one fish shy of our limit so we were very pleased. Im sure we would have gotten...  

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Captain replied
 David J. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters
 David J. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 1, 2025
Thank you very much, we had a great time fishing with you!

Trip availability and prices

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6 Hour Trip (AM) *Weekday Special*
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (PM) *Weekday Special*
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
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US $875 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 30 - Aug 1 (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
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US $875 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Sep 25 (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
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US $1,150 
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 41 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (71)

Awesome trip!
Awesome trip!
Awesome trip!
+68

Angler rating

35
2
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

93%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

90%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 41 reviews
Showing: 5 of 41 reviews
Brian D.
Brian D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great fishing trip

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (AM) on June 13, 2025

Capt Griffin and crew were exceptional in providing a wonderful fishing experience. They were relentless in their pursuit of the hot spots to allow us great opportunities to catch some fish. We came away with a great haul. Thank you so much for a great experience on Lake Michigan. Would highly recommend him!!

Capt Griffin and crew were exceptional in providing a wonderful fishing experience. They were relentless in their pursuit of the hot spots to allow us great opportunities to catch some fish. We came away with a great haul. Thank you so much for a great experience on Lake Michigan. Would highly recommend him!!  

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 Brian D. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 14, 2025
Brian, thank you very much for this review! We are so glad you enjoyed your charter and we look forward to seeing you again! Give us a call anytime!

Brenton H.
Brenton H.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

August fishing trip

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (PM) on August 1, 2025

Captain Brian and his First mate (Jack) did an amazing job guiding our family. Both are very good with helping kids and adults experience salmon fishing. We caught a mixed bag of fish (kings, Coho and steelhead) on an afternoon trip today. I'd recommend Brian for anyone wanting to go with a charter and/with kids learning how to fish.

Captain Brian and his First mate (Jack) did an amazing job guiding our family. Both are very good with helping kids and adults experience salmon fishing. We caught a mixed bag of fish (kings, Coho and steelhead) on an afternoon trip today. I'd recommend Brian for anyone wanting to go with a charter and/with kids learning how to fish.  

 Brenton H. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters

Bradley M.
Bradley M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome trip!

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (PM) *Weekday Special* on July 15, 2025

We booked the day before because we were looking for something to kill the time. Got out on the water and had an amazing time with friends, chatting with the crew, and catching fish! Very informative throughout the trip. We had a great time!

We booked the day before because we were looking for something to kill the time. Got out on the water and had an amazing time with friends, chatting with the crew, and catching fish! Very informative throughout the trip. We had a great time!  

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 Bradley M. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters

Scott M.
Scott M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Amazing Charter

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (AM) *Weekday Special* on July 1, 2025

The Captain and first mate were super nice and very knowledgable. Had a blast and caught a ton of fish. The boat/cabin is very comfortable and clean as well. Best Lake Michigan charter I’ve been on.

The Captain and first mate were super nice and very knowledgable. Had a blast and caught a ton of fish. The boat/cabin is very comfortable and clean as well. Best Lake Michigan charter I’ve been on.  

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 Scott M. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 1, 2025
Thank you very much Scott, enjoy those fish!

David J.
David J.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Good trip

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (AM) *Weekday Special* on June 24, 2025

Brian and Jack found good area to fish and we were one fish shy of our limit so we were very pleased. Im sure we would have gotten there if we didn’t request to leave an hour early due to the heat. Fun experience!

Brian and Jack found good area to fish and we were one fish shy of our limit so we were very pleased. Im sure we would have gotten there if we didn’t request to leave an hour early due to the heat. Fun experience!  

Review media 0
 David J. recommends Griffin Sport Fishing Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 1, 2025
Thank you very much, we had a great time fishing with you!

FAQs about Griffin Sport Fishing Charters

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
1977
Boat manufacturer
Pacemaker
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Crusader
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots
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