Lake Michigan Lake Trout Fishing Charters

This is a standard 5-hour weekday trip Monday-Thursday which is great for any angler no matter the age or expertise. You will be targeting Salmon and Trout on Lake Michigan. We love to bring families on a fishing adventure and are kid-friendly. Our boat is always clean and has a few bathrooms aboard.

This is a 5 hour trip on beautiful Lake Michigan. You and the crew depart at 5:00 a.m. The species you can target include Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Coho Salmon, and Chinook Salmon. The trip price covers all the gear as well as fish cleaning.

During our 6 hour excursion we will be trolling for 5 different species of fish. Captain Jim has been fishing Lake Michigan for over 50 years. He has won over 30 salmon tournaments, including the biggest tournament ever out of Waukegan - the Pass the Passion Tournament. Captain Jim uses his knowledge along with the best equipment to put fish in the cooler for you.

11 am until 4pm

Enjoy a 5-hour trip trolling for King Salmon and Lake Trout on beautiful Lake Michigan. This trip is seasonal.

5 hour am trips targets early morning king and coho salmon as well as Rainbow trout.

This fishing trip will start around dawn and is 7 hours dock-to-dock.

Available May 1 - June 18. Primarily targeting Coho Salmon - the most aggressive feeding gamefish in Lake Michigan. Known for fast action and their filets being regarded as the best table fare available from Lake Michigan. ***Other species may be targeted*** This trip works for any group size (up to 6), but 4 to 5 Max is the best action ratio. Consider a 6 hour trip for groups of 5 or 6. Typically departing at 5am - start time may be adjusted slightly depending on species targeted/time of season.

Our most popular fishing trip is the 5 hour half day trip. Morning or afternoon/evening trips are available with flexible start times to suit your schedule. The captain may recommend certain start times based on the time of year, weather conditions, and fishing outlook.

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and these hungry fish like to agree. We leave the dock early so you will experience the beautiful sunrise on lake Michigan while enjoying an eventful morning on lake Michigan reeling in fish. Fish cleaning is included, so make sure you have a cooler to take home your days catch.