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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!

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Hook’d On Fishing Charters, Inc

5.0 / 5

(28 reviews)

5.0 / 5

(28 reviews)

Angler's choice

Waukegan • 31 ft • 6 persons

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Trips from US $560

Fishing Reports

3 Kings - May 19, 2023 Morning Trip

May 19, 2023 Waukegan

Weather condition were cloudy and rain in the morning which tapered off and was dry by late morning. We fished 35-45 FOW south of the Great Lakes at a speed of 2.3-2.7. Best depth was in the 40ish. Picked up three kings and three cohos. The kings were 25”, 28”, 29”. One nice chunky coho with two other small cohos. Capt. John E. Gonzales C-Byte

Afternoon coho action continued - May 7,

May 7, 2023 Waukegan

Spent most of the afternoon fishing the waters just outside Waukegan Harbor. The weather shifted and fog came through. There was steady action with two short of a three man limit. Capt. John Gonzales

Waukegan Report 4/30/23 AM - Spring Coho

Apr 30, 2023 Waukegan

C-Byte embarked from Waukegan Harbor and set lines again just outside Waukegan Harbor in 25 FOW. Trolled SE up to Great Lakes Naval Station into 36FOW, then moved inwards and circled back where we picked them off. Two man limit in 2 hours. Weather: Cloudy/Spotty rain Air Temp: 40+/- degrees Water Temp: 43+/-degrees Waves. 1-2 rolling waves E direction Winds: W 15 mph with 20mph gusts. Further details on Facebook @captjohncharters

Waukegan Fishing Report - April 23, 2023

Apr 23, 2023 Waukegan

Fishing was fairly active all day with reports showing limits. The lines were set just outside Waukegan Harbor and trolled with South East heading towards the Great Lakes Naval Base into 32FOW. Caught the captain's limit in 2 hours time. All Cohos and caught in 30 FOW on Stubby Dodger with a blue/ green/ gold flies 1oz keel weight and 3/4oz keel weight. Weather: Air Temp: 40+/- degrees Water Temp: 43-45 degrees Waves. 0-1 rolling waves SE direction. Winds: WNW >10 mph

Waukegan - Cohos

Apr 14, 2023 Waukegan

Started South from the Waukegan Harbor to the Naval Base in 15-30 feet of water (FOW). Speed over ground (SOG) was 3.2 knots. Turned north and head north and work the mount of Waukegan Harbor to the "Stacks". Slowed the SOG to 2.2 knot and fish on. All fish caught in 20-30 FOW north of the "Harbor" and the "Stacks" with a 7 rod spread. It was a beautiful day on the water! Weather Conditions: Clear skies Sunny Air Temp: 80+/- degrees Water Temp: 48-50 degrees on my probe. Waves: Calm 0-1 waves Winds: slight breeze from the south

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0 / 5

out of 5 stars from 28 reviews

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

Experience

5.0 / 5

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Great experience, awesome captain and mate!

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Anglers claimed

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

Appropriate for children
	100%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	96%

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Peter H.

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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Awesome time

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip – Shared Trip (PM) on July 22, 2023

Peter H.

5.0 / 5

Jul 22, 2023

5 Hour Trip – Shared Trip (PM)

Awesome time

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Captain John and his first mate were wonderful and very pleasant, and they did everything in their power to make the trip successful

Peter H. recommends Hook’d On Fishing Charters, Inc

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Jimmy S.

Wilmette, Illinois

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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Half Day Trip on Lake Michigan with Captain John

5 Hour Trip – Private PM - 3 person on September 10, 2022

Jimmy S.

Wilmette, Illinois

5.0 / 5

Sep 10, 2022

5 Hour Trip – Private PM - 3 person

Half Day Trip on Lake Michigan with Captain John

Such a delightful experience on Lake Michigan! He’s a knowledgable Captain, who knows how to find the fish (even when they aren’t being too accommodating!!), and goes the extra mile to ensure everyone on board is happy and safe. I definitely recommend him!

Such a delightful experience on Lake Michigan! He’s a knowledgable Captain, who knows how to find the fish (even when they...

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Michael G.

Wilmette, IL

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

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June fishing trip

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip – Private PM - 3 person on June 18, 2023

Michael G.

Wilmette, IL

5.0 / 5

Jun 18, 2023

5 Hour Trip – Private PM - 3 person

June fishing trip

VERIFIED

Great time with captain John. Caught several fish, two of them 18 lbs or so.

Michael G. recommends Hook’d On Fishing Charters, Inc

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Renea A.

South Holland, IL

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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5 hr afternoon trip with Captain John Gonzalez

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip – Shared Trip (PM) on June 17, 2023

Renea A.

South Holland, IL

5.0 / 5

Jun 17, 2023

5 Hour Trip – Shared Trip (PM)

5 hr afternoon trip with Captain John Gonzalez

VERIFIED

Captain was accommodating & knowledgeable. Will book again.

Renea A. recommends Hook’d On Fishing Charters, Inc

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Robert P.

Niles, Illinois

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

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Lake Michigan Fishing Trip

5 Hour Trip – Shared Trip (AM) on July 16, 2022

Robert P.

Niles, Illinois

5.0 / 5

Jul 16, 2022

5 Hour Trip – Shared Trip (AM)

Lake Michigan Fishing Trip

Wow what an awesome time we had on this fishing trip, I’m not sure if the moon was aligned right or Capt John is the fish wisper but we caught fish left and right! Can’t wait for next year to book again…

Wow what an awesome time we had on this fishing trip, I’m not sure if the moon was aligned right or Capt John is the fish...

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Half Day Trip on Lake Michigan with Captain John

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5 hr afternoon trip with Captain John Gonzalez

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