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!
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(38 reviews)
Angler's choice
Waukegan
 2 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $225

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 38 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (33)
Good captain and mate
Good captain and mate
Great mother\/son Trip
+30
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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Roman K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing on Lake Michigan

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Private AM - 2 Person on July 13, 2024
Had a great time catching salmon and trout! Would definitely recommend for anyone whoโ€™s interested.
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Rustem S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great experience!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Shared Trip (AM) on May 18, 2024
It was my first time going offshore fishing and it was great, thank you Capt John!
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Mike S.
Highland Park, Illinois
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Experienced Captain - Great Results

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Private AM - 3 person on May 19, 2023
Weather was iffy to start but John navigated us south of the rains to fair weather and to great fishing spots.ย  We caught...
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Kasia P.
North Aurora, IL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Capt. John

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Private AM - 3 person on July 8, 2023
Capt. John is super professional, courteous and friendly. Although weather turned on us and wasnโ€™t welcoming, he made sure...
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Ted S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Capt. John

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Private AM - 2 Person on August 3, 2024
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