Bear King Fishing is located on Lake Michigan at Waukegan Harbor in Illinois. Their central location gives them the advantage to provide services to all anglers, from Chicago to Milwaukee.

Aboard their 36’ Chris-Craft designed boat, Bear King easily gives you the comfort and atmosphere for all of your fishing needs. As a commercial charter boat, they are fully licensed and insured in the state of Illinois.

Their services give any angler the opportunity to charter a Lake Michigan fishing adventure for Trout and Salmon. Also, since they’re located just minutes from the Metra station in Waukegan, there can be no excuses for why you couldn’t plan an excursion with your family, friends, group, party, or even a private corporate endeavor. Since we provide you with the necessary equipment and know-how, all it takes is riding the train and taking a short walk to the boat!

While we supply our guests with the necessary tools to land some big fish, you still need to arrive with a valid fishing license with a Lake Michigan Salmon Stamp. Make sure to prepare yourself for the day with your own food and beverages, a cooler for all the fish you’re going to catch, and some sunscreen.

The crew pride themselves on keeping the boat and restroom clean and only using the most up-to-date equipment aboard the vessel. Fish location? Navigation? Bear King Fishing uses top-of-the-line technology to help you get the best out of your excursion.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Weekday Special AM (2 Anglers MAX)
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $600
    This is a Monday-Friday special rate for 2 person groups
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Private trip
    Weekday Special PM (2 Anglers MAX)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $600
    This is a Monday-Friday special rate for groups of 2 people
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Private trip
    Weekday Special AM (3 Anglers MAX)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $720
    This is a 5 hour charter for 3 guests. Weekday special rate – Monday through Friday only!
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Private trip
    Weekday Special PM (3 Anglers MAX)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $720
    This is a 5 hour charter for 3 guests. Weekday special rate – Monday through Friday only!
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Charter AM (4 Anglers)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
    US $860
    5 hour trip for up to 4 guests, rate is the same for weekdays or weekend If you have a group of 5 or more people you will need to choose the 6 hour 6 person charter
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Charter PM (4 Anglers)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
    US $860
    5 hour trip for up to 4 guests, rate is the same for weekdays or weekend If you have a group of 5 or more people you will need to choose the 6 hour 6 person charter
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Charter AM (up to 6 Anglers)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
    US $1,050
    This is the everyday rate for the boat for larger groups and weekend dates, for up to 6 people. We run 6 hour charters when we have 5 or 6 guests. Boat Cost is the same for 5 or 6 persons.
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Charter PM (up to 6 Anglers)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
    US $1,050
    This is the everyday rate for the boat for larger groups and weekend dates, for up to 6 people. We run 6 hour charters when we have 5 or 6 guests. Boat Cost is the same for 5 or 6 persons.
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Charter (up to 6 Anglers)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1 (Sat, Sun)
    US $1,200
    This is the rate for an 8 hour charter on the weekends. This will accomodate up to 6 anglers. Price on this charter is the same for 1-6 anglers
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
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FAQs about Bear King Fishing

Bear King Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - Weekday Special AM (2 Anglers MAX) (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Weekday Special PM (2 Anglers MAX) (5 hours)
  • US $720 per group - Weekday Special AM (3 Anglers MAX) (5 hours)
  • US $720 per group - Weekday Special PM (3 Anglers MAX) (5 hours)
  • US $860 per group - 5 Hour Charter AM (4 Anglers) (5 hours)
  • US $860 per group - 5 Hour Charter PM (4 Anglers) (5 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 6 Hour Charter AM (up to 6 Anglers) (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 6 Hour Charter PM (up to 6 Anglers) (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 8 Hour Charter (up to 6 Anglers) (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Bear King Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Radar

Trips booked with Bear King Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate (20% tip is customary)

Bear King Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Bear King Fishing offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling

Top targeted fish species with Bear King Fishing include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)

Meet the Captain

David Dunmeyer
Waukegan, Illinois, United States
6 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since August 2022
This is my 10th season as a full time charter captain and steward of Lake Michigan. With such a great natural resource in our backyard, I have made it a mission of mine to introduce the sport of Great Lakes fishing to as many people as possible. I would like to see Lake Michigan flourish both environmentally and economically once again, and new anglers fuel that desire. Along with the innovation of the latest gear and electronics, I will guide you on the waters of Lake Michigan with the highest regard for safety and conservation.

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

Chris Craft Commander 336 (Cruiser) originally built in 1986. Powered by 2 350HP Crusader engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 24 knots.

Length
36 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Trolling

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
20% tip is customary

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

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

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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 6 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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August Morning on a hot day
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Angler rating
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Doug F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with David

VERIFIED   5 Hour Charter PM (4 Anglers) on June 18, 2023
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Marcel K.
Arlington Heights, IL
Excellent
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August Morning on a hot day

VERIFIED   Weekday Special AM (2 Anglers MAX) on August 24, 2023
We had a blast with Captain David. Probably one of the hottest days of this summer and he knew exactly where the fish were...
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Kristy Y.
Wentzville, MO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain David

VERIFIED   Weekday Special AM (3 Anglers MAX) on July 26, 2023
Great trip! Caught some nice salmon! Would definitely go again 😊
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Steve T.
Shawnee, KS
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   Weekday Special PM (3 Anglers MAX) on August 11, 2023
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Jimmy B.
Chicago, Illinois
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great time

6 Hour Charter AM (up to 6 Anglers) on May 21, 2022
I’ve been doing these salmon charters for about 15 years now trying other captains during that time and captain Dave and...
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