Chris Rugg
Captain

Chris Rugg

Kenosha, United States
50+ reviews
Captain Chris Rugg has been fishing on Lake Michigan his whole life for as long as he could remember. Chris was introduced to fishing by his father, who was a captain himself for many years. Chris specializes in fishing for Salmon and has mastered the waters of Lake Michigan.

Charter

Rating

4.9
79 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

100%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (79)

Showing 1 – 5 of 79 reviews
  • Dennis Mahan
    Dennis Mahan
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing 1st time

    5 Hour Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    i had wanted to take my son Lake Michigan fishing for years. I scheduled a trip with Chris, the boat captain, on the boat High Life. We got 9 coho in the boat, lost 5 along the way. ended up with over 18lbs. of fish. Billy was assisting Chris with guidance for boat positioning and insights. Chris and Billy changed up lures several times. But the best part was watching my son reel in his first fish out of Lake Michigan. The memories made that day will last a lifetime. Thank you again. My son is getting ready to schedule a July King Salmon fishing outing. We will DEFINITELY go thru Chris and his boat. High Life.

    Response from Captain

    thank you so much for fishing with me was a beautiful morning on the big pond definitely lookin forward to fishing with u guys again

  • Bruce Cline
    Bruce Cline
    us
    Florida, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Perfect day on the lake

    5 Hour Trip (PM) • 4 adults

    May 16, 2026, we arrived at the wrong spot and Capt. Chris quickly got us where we needed to be. The boat was ready to go and we left the dock 30 minutes early. After about 15 minutes the gear was out and started catching fish. Caught our 20 fish limit of cohos in 3 1/2 hours. We were blessed with amazing weather and steady action. This trip could not have been better. Thank you Capt Chris and Billy for a perfect day. The fish taste great.

    Reported catch:
    Coho Salmon
    Response from Captain

    thank you so much for fishing with us definitely lookin forward to next one and nothing better then some fresh coho...thank u

  • Karra Small
    Karra Small
    us
    Phoenix, AZ, US
    •
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great trip with a great captain and first mate

    5 Hour Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    Captain Rugg and first mate Bill made sure we had a great time and we caught several fish despite the foggy morning. Would definitely book again!

    Response from Captain

    thank you so much had a great time

  • Artem Fedorenko
    Artem Fedorenko
    Repeat angler
    us
    Chicago, IL, US
    •
    Member since 2018
    •
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    One of the best fishing experience!

    5 Hour Trip (AM) • 6 adults

    One of the best fishing trips I’ve ever had! Captain Chris was very professional and easy to work with. He knew exactly where to find the fish and made the entire 6-hour trip enjoyable. Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Reported catch:
    Coho Salmon
    Chinook Salmon
    Response from Captain

    thank you for fishing with us was a great trip

  • Alyse Mcbride
    Alyse Mcbride
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Fathers day

    5 Hour Trip (AM) • 6 adults

    Our capt was amazing very knowledgeable and found fish fast when others were reporting no fish at all. Got the first one in minutes of putting line in the water, will definitely go with Capt Chris again!!!!

    Reported catch:
    Coho Salmon
    Response from Captain

    thank you had a great time lookin forward to the next adventure

Real catches shared by our community

  • High Life Sport Fishing Charters
    High Life Sport Fishing ChartersKenosha, WI
    One of the best fishing experience!
    Artem F.
    Artem F.
  • High Life Sport Fishing Charters
    High Life Sport Fishing ChartersKenosha, WI
    Best Fathers day
    Alyse M.
    Alyse M.
  • High Life Sport Fishing Charters
    High Life Sport Fishing ChartersKenosha, WI
    WE always Maxed!
    Sam M.
    Sam M.
  • High Life Sport Fishing Charters
    High Life Sport Fishing ChartersKenosha, WI
    Perfect day on the lake
    Bruce C.
    Bruce C.
  • High Life Sport Fishing Charters
    High Life Sport Fishing ChartersKenosha, WI
    Awesome day!
    Dennis N.
    Dennis N.
  • High Life Sport Fishing Charters
    High Life Sport Fishing ChartersKenosha, WI
    What a great day CATCHING!!
    Julie S.
    Julie S.
  • High Life Sport Fishing Charters
    High Life Sport Fishing ChartersKenosha, WI
    Captain Chris is now the go to.
    Zach B.
    Zach B.
  • High Life Sport Fishing Charters
    High Life Sport Fishing ChartersKenosha, WI
    Great trip
    Mike H.
    Mike H.
  • High Life Sport Fishing Charters
    High Life Sport Fishing ChartersKenosha, WI
    Great day on the water
    Matt L.
    Matt L.
  • High Life Sport Fishing Charters
    High Life Sport Fishing ChartersKenosha, WI
    Flawless
    Sam M.
    Sam M.

What's biting with High Life Sport Fishing Charters in Kenosha

As the waters begin to cool down and the season approaches its end, you can still enjoy fishing on Lake Michigan. Salmon, especially spawning Coho and Chinooks, are here for the taking.

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