Hook’d On Fishing Charters, Inc

5.0/5 (42 reviews)

55 South Harbor Place, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States–

Hook’d On Fishing Charters, Inc

5.0/5 (42)

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55 South Harbor Place

Waukegan, IL, United States

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Trips & prices What's included Targeted species Boat info Reviews Contact captain

Hook’d On Fishing Charters, Inc runs fishing trips out of Waukegan and offers to show you what the local fishery is all about.

Come on aboard with Capt. John, whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like light tackle and trolling, based on the species you're targeting. You'll be fishing for Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, and Salmon, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.

Your boat for the day will be a 31' Tiara Open that comfortably fits up to 5 anglers comfortably at any one time. There is a cabin for personal belonging such as jackets and coolers.

All the necessary fishing gear is included in the price of your trip. All that's up to you is to use it as best you can.

Please keep in mind you'll need to get a fishing license before the start of the trip.

You're welcome to keep all legal species caught during the trip.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Hook’d On Fishing Charters, Inc.

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Paritosh Patel

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Great Fishing Trip with Capt. John and His Awesome Mate!

4 person 5hr. AM Trip on September 14, 2025 • 4 adults

Capt. John and his First Mate were a blast to fish with! We had an amazing time out on the water. Our group included a couple of first-timers, and Capt. John was incredibly patient—even after we lost a few catches early on. We ended up maxing out and even had to release the last catch! I would definitely recommend Capt. John and his charter service. Can’t wait to go out again!

Eric Schmidt

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Amazing Father’s Day trip

2 person 5hr. AM Trip – Spring on June 15, 2025 • 2 adults

What an amazing day on the water with Capt John and first mate Eric. Within a few minutes of the lines being set we had strikes. Missed the first few, but then it was nonstop catching for about an hour and a half after that. We limited out and caught some chunky coho and a small king. The captain and mate knew exactly what to do and put us on a ton of fish. Fun guys to talk to out on the water also. Would highly recommend Capt John

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Chris Barnhart

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Catering captain

3 person 5hr. Trip – AM Weekday on June 12, 2025 • 2 adults

This was a 20 out of 10 fishing charter. The captain personalized the entire trip for my handicapped father and seasick prone wife. He made sure all of us were comfortable from beginning to end. He had us on fish within the first hour and we only missed our limit due to our own noob errors. The mate, Andy, managed 10 lines in the water and handed us poles as soon as they got hit. This is the captain and crew that you want for your next charter.

LaMathis Allen

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Awesome Captain Jon

5 person 5hr. AM Trip on October 4, 2025 • 5 adults

Beautiful day with alot of positive energy and we caught fish. Captain Jon knew the spots and that made it a wonderful day. Captain Jon is the Man to go to for a great trip and we'll worth the cost.

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Gary Simonian

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Good captain and mate

4 person 5hr. AM Trip on August 5, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 child

Captain John and mate were well prepared and knowledgeable. Highly recommend. I took my son out and we caught a few different species. Give them a try!!

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