
If fishing in Winthrop Harbor is on your bucket list, look no further than GOFORIT Charters. With Captain Mike at the helm, you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.
Depending on conditions, you might hook into Brown Trout, Coho Salmon, Steelhead, Chinook Salmon, Lake Trout, and who knows what else! On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Catch cleaning is available for $2.00 a fish.
Trips with GOFORIT Charters are child-friendly, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Don’t forget to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid glass bottles.
You’ll be welcome aboard The Magnum, a 36’ Tiara offshore sport fishing that holds up to 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials, plus a toilet on board for your convenience. What’s more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures.
Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work. You’ll need to bring a valid State of Illinois fishing license along with a Lake Michigan Salmon stamp. You can purchase it online or ask the captain for more info.
The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with GOFORIT Charters!
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (22)

+19Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Caught fish
100%
Jun 14, 2025
6 Hour Trip (AM)
Took the fiancee, her parents, and siblings up to Zion for Father's Day weekend. Fishing on the Magnum was easily the high point of our trip. Everyone got a couple fish, and then some! Great feeling to have fresh-caught fish to bring home and share with the family. Took the 5AM slot, and by 5:30, even the teens were already having a blast. Sailing with Captain Mike was super relaxing, and one of the most stress relieving experiences of my life. Super easy going, very attentive, and great sense of humor. 6 hours has never gone by so quickly, I wish we could have been out there longer, but we probably would have had to bring a bigger cooler! Thanks again Mike for being the highlight of our vacation, and we will definitely be back before the season ends! Already cooked up some of the salmon and Red Lobster will never taste as good again!
Took the fiancee, her parents, and siblings up to Zion for Father's Day weekend. Fishing on the Magnum was easily the high point...

Sep 27, 2025
6 Hour Trip (AM) 1-3 people
Son wanted to go fishing for 16th birthday. Booked for first with this boat and captain. Was a great time !!!! Everything was smooth as can be and we caught 10 very good size fish! . 16 year old loved it !! As well as myself and his mom. Woukd definitely recommend this captain and and boat… we will see you again come spring time thanks again…
Son wanted to go fishing for 16th birthday. Booked for first with this boat and captain. Was a great time !!!! Everything...
Aug 30, 2025
6 Hour Trip (AM) 1-3 people
Captain Michael was a joy to go out with. He was extremely knowledgeable and skilled in all things fishing. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for some time on the lake. Can’t wait to hopefully repeat this trip one day soon.
Captain Michael was a joy to go out with. He was extremely knowledgeable and skilled in all things fishing. Would absolutely recommend...
Aug 24, 2025
5 Hour Trip (AM) 6 person
Capt. was great had to do some rescheduling but it all worked out he was very accommodating. Hauled in 7 good size kings and was just a great time!! Any day of fishing is better then being home or working!!
Capt. was great had to do some rescheduling but it all worked out he was very accommodating. Hauled in 7 good size kings and was...

Sep 14, 2025
6 Hour Trip (AM) 1-3 people
I Tool my son and his friend on a morning trip we had a great time! Mike and Andy were great very easy going! I will be booking another charter with these guys! Thanks for the great trip!
I Tool my son and his friend on a morning trip we had a great time! Mike and Andy were great very easy going! I will be booking...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (22)

+19Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
6 Hour Trip (AM) on June 14, 2025
Took the fiancee, her parents, and siblings up to Zion for Father's Day weekend. Fishing on the Magnum was easily the high point of our trip. Everyone got a couple fish, and then some! Great feeling to have fresh-caught fish to bring home and share with the family. Took the 5AM slot, and by 5:30, even the teens were already having a blast. Sailing with Captain Mike was super relaxing, and one of the most stress relieving experiences of my life. Super easy going, very attentive, and great sense of humor. 6 hours has never gone by so quickly, I wish we could have been out there longer, but we probably would have had to bring a bigger cooler! Thanks again Mike for being the highlight of our vacation, and we will definitely be back before the season ends! Already cooked up some of the salmon and Red Lobster will never taste as good again!
Took the fiancee, her parents, and siblings up to Zion for Father's Day weekend. Fishing on the Magnum was easily the high point of our trip. Everyone got a couple fish, and then some! Great feeling to have fresh-caught fish to bring home and share with the family. Took the 5AM slot, and by 5:30, even the teens were already having a blast. Sailing with Captain Mike was super relaxing, and one of the most stress relieving experiences of my life. Super easy going, very attentive, and great sense...

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6 Hour Trip (AM) 1-3 people on September 27, 2025
Son wanted to go fishing for 16th birthday. Booked for first with this boat and captain. Was a great time !!!! Everything was smooth as can be and we caught 10 very good size fish! . 16 year old loved it !! As well as myself and his mom. Woukd definitely recommend this captain and and boat… we will see you again come spring time thanks again…
Son wanted to go fishing for 16th birthday. Booked for first with this boat and captain. Was a great time !!!! Everything was smooth as can be and we caught 10 very good size fish! . 16 year old loved it !! As well as myself and his mom. Woukd definitely recommend this captain and and boat… we will see you again come spring time thanks again…
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6 Hour Trip (AM) 1-3 people on August 30, 2025
Captain Michael was a joy to go out with. He was extremely knowledgeable and skilled in all things fishing. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for some time on the lake. Can’t wait to hopefully repeat this trip one day soon.
Captain Michael was a joy to go out with. He was extremely knowledgeable and skilled in all things fishing. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for some time on the lake. Can’t wait to hopefully repeat this trip one day soon.

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5 Hour Trip (AM) 6 person on August 24, 2025
Capt. was great had to do some rescheduling but it all worked out he was very accommodating. Hauled in 7 good size kings and was just a great time!! Any day of fishing is better then being home or working!!
Capt. was great had to do some rescheduling but it all worked out he was very accommodating. Hauled in 7 good size kings and was just a great time!! Any day of fishing is better then being home or working!!


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6 Hour Trip (AM) 1-3 people on September 14, 2025
I Tool my son and his friend on a morning trip we had a great time! Mike and Andy were great very easy going! I will be booking another charter with these guys! Thanks for the great trip!
I Tool my son and his friend on a morning trip we had a great time! Mike and Andy were great very easy going! I will be booking another charter with these guys! Thanks for the great trip!
