Prime Time Fishing, LLC 

5.0
(10 reviews)
 55 South Harbor Place, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States

Prime Time Fishing, LLC 

Waukegan, IL, United States
25 ft
3
5.0
(10 reviews)

If you're ready to experience fishing in Waukegan, we've got you covered with Prime Time Fishing, LLC. With Captain Karl at the helm, you're guaranteed an unforgettable experience on the water. 

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lake Trout, Brown Trout, and who knows what else!

On these trips, trolling is the most common and effective way to catch fish.

Young ones are welcome, so get 'em offline and onto the water! Two child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

Your adventure begins aboard a 25' Proline Cuddy cabin with room for 3 passengers. The boat is designed to handle off-shore fishing in Lake Michigan. Its equipt with state-of-the art Simrad fishfinder/chart plotter, autopilot, electric downriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience.

Captain Karl will supply rods and reels for you, as well as all the necessary tackle.

Before coming aboard, you need to buy a Illinois fishing license with a salmon stamp for everyone on board. You can purchase one online.

It's recommended to bring sunblock (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask.

Get in touch with Capt. Karl below and start planning your trip today!

If you're ready to experience fishing in Waukegan, we've got you covered with Prime Time Fishing, LLC. With Captain Karl at the helm, you're guaranteed an unforgettable experience on the water. 

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lake Trout, Brown Trout, and who knows what else!

On these trips, trolling is the most common and effective way to catch fish.

Young ones are welcome, so get 'em offline and onto the water! Two child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

Your adventure begins aboard a 25' Proline Cuddy cabin with room for 3 passengers. The boat is designed to handle off-shore fishing in Lake Michigan. Its equipt with state-of-the art Simrad fishfinder/chart plotter, autopilot, electric downriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience.

Captain Karl will supply rods and reels for you, as well as all the necessary tackle.

Before coming aboard, you need to buy a Illinois fishing license with a salmon stamp for everyone on board. You can purchase one online.

It's recommended to bring sunblock (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask.

Get in touch with Capt. Karl below and start planning your trip today!

Capt Karl Rudobielski
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Capt Karl Rudobielski
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5 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
5 hours
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
5 hour afternoon
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 11:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 1
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
7 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $750
Entire boat: up to 3 people
9 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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5.0
10 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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David Gonzalez
David Gonzalez
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great Experience. Awesome Captain!
5 Hour Trip on May 9, 20262 adults1 child

Captain Karl was the highlight of the trip. Great boat, awesome guy, plenty of fish. I've been on day trips like this all over and this is as good as any. Captain Karl knew exactly where to take us. Great gear, and a great experience. I'll be booking with Captain Karl again. My son had a blast. Can't wait to get out again!

Reported catch:
Coho Salmon
RADU STANILA
RADU STANILA
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified
What a trip !!
5 Hour Trip on August 4, 20243 adults

One of the best guided trips we ever been. From boat, to captain, equipment, catches and weather all was fantastic. Using his knowledge of the local waters and real time updates from his network of boats on the water, Captain Karl kept us on the fish, with the right bait, at the right depth & presentation most of the day. If you want to learn trolling(like me) or you simply want to have a great fishing day, I highly recommend Captain Karl. Thank you !

Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Adrian Librea
Adrian Librea
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Fun Trip
6 Hour Trip on July 20, 20243 adults

Went on a trip with me and two other buddies. Neither of us had much experience at all, but Capt. Carl showed us the ropes paired with a great time. The experience exceeded expectations and was a great time. I would highly recommend booking and giving this trip a shot. Would definitely love to do it again some time. Best pricing around as well!

Capt Karl Rudobielski
Response from Captain

Thank you for fishing with me! Great crew! I enjoy showing new anglers trolling methods and techniques we use. Hope to see soon.

Allen Ignacio
Allen Ignacio
Member since 2024
5.0
Half day with CPT Karl
5 Hour Trip (Shared) on May 11, 2024

CPT Karl was polite, accommodating, and well prepared. He communicated with the fishing community throughout the week and had a game plan. Within minutes of putting the rods out we were getting bites. We pretty much hit the limit within a few hours. P.S. This was the second time we've been out with him. Planning to go with him again later this summer

Reported catch:
Coho Salmon
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Lake Trout
Chinook Salmon
Capt Karl Rudobielski
Response from Captain

It was a pleasure having you. I look forward to fishing with you again.

Steven Ward
Steven Ward
us
Chicago, IL, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Was a trip for my sons birthday
5 Hour Trip on April 27, 20252 adults

Awesome experience- Great Captain- Kept us on the fish - limited out - will definitely do a repeat in the fall -

Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Coho Salmon

FAQs about Prime Time Fishing, LLC

Prime Time Fishing, LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - 5 hour afternoon (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 5 hours (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 7 Hour Trip (7 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 9 Hour Trip (9 hours)
When you book a trip with Prime Time Fishing, LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
Trips booked with Prime Time Fishing, LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
Prime Time Fishing, LLC offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Prime Time Fishing, LLC offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Prime Time Fishing, LLC include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Capt Karl Rudobielski
Capt Karl Rudobielski

Waukegan, Illinois, United States

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
10 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2024

I started fishing on Lake Michigan 10 years ago and fell in love with it. I found joy in putting my friends on fish and decided to get a captain license and start a charter.

Capt Karl Rudobielski
Capt Karl Rudobielski
Fully verified
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10
reviews
2024
member since
~1h
response
I started fishing on Lake Michigan 10 years ago and fell in love with it. I found joy in putting my friends on fish and decided to get a captain license and start a charter.

The fish you can target

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

Real catches by this captain

  • Was a trip for my sons birthday
    Steven W.
    Steven W.
  • What a trip !!
    Radu S.
    Radu S.
  • Fun Trip
    Adrian L.
    Adrian L.
  • Amazing trip
    Ron J.
    Ron J.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
1994
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Proline
Boat type
Cuddy cabin
Engine model
Mercruiser
Powered by
1 x 205HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
You keep catch

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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Waukegan right now

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

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