Captain
Capt. John Gonzales

Member since April 2022 Waukegan, United States
Background
Capt. John runs trips out of Waukegan. These waters are known for Salmon and Trout and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're trolling or using a more specialized technique. Capt. John has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

Hey, I'm Captain Capt. John Gonzales

Waukegan, United States
Background
Capt. John runs trips out of Waukegan. These waters are known for Salmon and Trout and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're trolling or using a more specialized technique. Capt. John has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(42 reviews)
Angler's choice
Waukegan
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Trips from US $225

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 42 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (35)
Awesome Captain Jon
Awesome Captain Jon
Good captain and mate
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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VALERIU P.
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Capt. John

VERIFIED   5hr. Private Charter AM - 6 person on August 30, 2025
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Corvan J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing Salmon Morning

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Private AM - 2 Person on June 20, 2024
Captain John and his First Mate were so much fun to fish with. At one point, we had a triple hook up!!! We got close to our...
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Kasia P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing trip with Capt. John and his Mat

VERIFIED   Special 5 hour trip for Kasia Parker on June 2, 2024
Absolutely amazing experienceโ€ฆ Once again. Great company. Friendly, professional and courteous. Lots of fish, beautifully...
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Nick L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing reunion with the fam

VERIFIED   5hr. Private Charter AM - 4 person on June 1, 2024
Went with John on the 6 am trip with a full crew of 4. Many fish were caught and caught lots of fish with good size! 16 total...
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Rick G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fantastic experience!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Private AM - 2 Person on May 26, 2024
Captain John and his son, first mate Christian, gave my daughter Rachel and me an awesome experience.ย  They put us on the...
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