Thin Blue Line Fishing 20' Chicago 

4.8/5 (2 reviews)
 North Cannon Drive 2401, Chicago, IL 60614, United States

Thin Blue Line Fishing 20' Chicago 

Chicago, IL, United States
20 ft
4
4.8/5 (2 reviews)

🚨FOR MY CUSTOMERS IN OTHER COUNTRIES🚨

THE STATE OF ILLINOIS IS NOT ALLOWING ANYONE 16 AND OVER TO BUY A ILLINOIS FISHING LICENSE WITHOUT A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER.  THIS IS CURRENTLY BEING WORKED OUT.

Welcome to Chicago, the land of multi-species fishing, where we target and fish a variety of lakes, such as Lake Michigan, Wolf Lake, and Chicago River.

Introducing the Steelhead, latest addition to Thin Blue Line Fishing. This 2024 Ranger VX1988 is powered by a 200hp Mercury Pro, complemented by a 9.9 Mercury Kicker motor. It's equipped with an 80lb thrust Minkota Terrova I-Pilot featuring spotlock, two 10-inch Garmin 106SV units, two electric Cannon downriggers, and a Bluetooth radio.

Whether casting or trolling, Steelhead is primed for successful fishing trips on Lake Michigan, targeting Salmon, Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Pike, and Perch. Additionally, Steelhead will be available for sport fishing on inland lakes. I can't wait for our upcoming adventures aboard Steelhead!

You can bring kids on your trip, and you're allowed to keep the fish you catch.

Captain Ernesto covers you for all the rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Before you come aboard, just make sure you have your fishing licenses as well as some food and drinks.

Don't hesitate, book your trip now!

🚨FOR MY CUSTOMERS IN OTHER COUNTRIES🚨

THE STATE OF ILLINOIS IS NOT ALLOWING ANYONE 16 AND OVER TO BUY A ILLINOIS FISHING LICENSE WITHOUT A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER.  THIS IS CURRENTLY BEING WORKED OUT.

Welcome to Chicago, the land of multi-species fishing, where we target and fish a variety of lakes, such as Lake Michigan, Wolf Lake, and Chicago River.

Introducing the Steelhead, latest addition to Thin Blue Line Fishing. This 2024 Ranger VX1988 is powered by a 200hp Mercury Pro, complemented by a 9.9 Mercury Kicker motor. It's equipped with an 80lb thrust Minkota Terrova I-Pilot featuring spotlock, two 10-inch Garmin 106SV units, two electric Cannon downriggers, and a Bluetooth radio.

Whether casting or trolling, Steelhead is primed for successful fishing trips on Lake Michigan, targeting Salmon, Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Pike, and Perch. Additionally, Steelhead will be available for sport fishing on inland lakes. I can't wait for our upcoming adventures aboard Steelhead!

You can bring kids on your trip, and you're allowed to keep the fish you catch.

Captain Ernesto covers you for all the rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Before you come aboard, just make sure you have your fishing licenses as well as some food and drinks.

Don't hesitate, book your trip now!

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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
2 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

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Eric Bennett
Eric Bennett
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
1
4.7
Verified
Tough Conditions
4 Hr Jig/Cast Salmon &Trout Chicago - 3:00 PM on March 29, 20262 adults
Lake was murky and temps were cold. Setup and caught Lake Trout on first cast. Rest of the trip was slow, tried jigging, casting and trolling and could not connect. Capt Ernesto was great and would book again under better water conditions.
Response from Captain
March 31, 2026
Thanks Eric. Darn Chicago weather will occasionally things difficult for us. Look forward to a redemption trip.
Darryl Sundstrom
Darryl Sundstrom
us
Wilmington, NC, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
Great Captain
5 Hour Trip – Chicago River- Bass on June 23, 20252 adults
Ernesto went the extra mile to help us catch bass on a slow and hot day.
Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Response from Captain
June 23, 2025
Thank you. Glad we were able to get some

Trip availability and prices

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June 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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4 Hour Trip – Lake Michigan Winter
4 hour trip starts at 12:05 PM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Mar 25
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip – Chicago River Bass
5 hour trip starts at 10:15 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 5 - Mar 25
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US $625
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hr Jig/Cast Salmon &Trout Chicago
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 3:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Feb 15 - Apr 30
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US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hr Trolling Salmon &Trout Chicago
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 3:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Feb 15 - Apr 30
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US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hr Trip PERCH LAKE MICHIGAN AM
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 15 - Dec 25
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US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hr Trip PERCH LAKE MICHIGAN MID
5 hour trip starts at 10:10 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 14 - Dec 25
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US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip – Chicago River- Bass
5 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Feb 15 - Dec 25
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US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people
5 Hour Trip – Chicago River- Bass
5 hour trip starts at 10:15 AM
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Mar 25 - Apr 5
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US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hr Salmon and Trout Downtown AM
4 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 15 - Nov 25
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US $725
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hr Salmon and Trout DOWNTOWN (AM)
5 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 25 - Oct 31
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US $775
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hr SALMON AND TROUT Downtown Mid
5 hour trip starts at 10:10 AM
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US $775
Entire boat: up to 3 people
5 Hr SALMON and Trout Downtown PM
5 hour trip starts at 3:25 PM
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Mar 25 - Apr 25
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US $775
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
2 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

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Eric Bennett
Eric Bennett
Repeat angler
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Ohio, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
1
4.7
Verified
Tough Conditions
4 Hr Jig/Cast Salmon &Trout Chicago - 3:00 PM on March 29, 20262 adults
Lake was murky and temps were cold. Setup and caught Lake Trout on first cast. Rest of the trip was slow, tried jigging, casting and trolling and could not connect. Capt Ernesto was great and would book again under better water conditions.
Response from Captain
March 31, 2026
Thanks Eric. Darn Chicago weather will occasionally things difficult for us. Look forward to a redemption trip.
Darryl Sundstrom
Darryl Sundstrom
us
Wilmington, NC, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
Great Captain
5 Hour Trip – Chicago River- Bass on June 23, 20252 adults
Ernesto went the extra mile to help us catch bass on a slow and hot day.
Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Response from Captain
June 23, 2025
Thank you. Glad we were able to get some

FAQs about Thin Blue Line Fishing 20' Chicago

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Ranger
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots
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