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Fresh Fishing Reports from Illinois

3 Kings - May 19, 2023 Morning Trip

May 19, 2023

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

Summer times fishing

May 11, 2023

Not that long from now the Twenty Four VII and the Twenty Four VII 2 boats will be take groups offshore in search of schooling summer time king salmon, lake trout, coho salmon, and big rainbow trout dont miss out on this fantastic fishing book your summer time trips today both of our boats have great weekend and weekday availability right now don’t hesitate book now.

Afternoon coho action continued - May 7,

May 7, 2023

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

Another full box

May 7, 2023

The boys First trip for cohos was a success

Birthday present trip

May 6, 2023

Fishing was excellent tons of opportunities .

Spring King Salmon

May 3, 2023

A few king salmon have been showing up in the mix while coho fishing lately. If this is a sign of what’s coming next for our customers are a few nice big bonus king salmon while fishing in May and June.

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What anglers said about fishing in Illinois

Make sure you know your weather! We checked with Capt Don the Sunday before tornado quality T-Storms were blowing through the area on our scheduled trip. We postponed a day for a much smoother ride!

5.0 / 5

Make sure you know your weather! We checked with Capt Don the Sunday before tornado quality T-Storms were blowing through the area on our scheduled trip. We postponed a day for a much smoother ride!

Kurt W. Hoffman Estates, Illinois

I would recommend to relax and expect to have a great day on the lake fishing.

5.0 / 5

I would recommend to relax and expect to have a great day on the lake fishing.

Donald R. Palos Heights, IL

I would recommend Fred Mooney as a good fishing guide. He seemed to know the area well. After the Strom's late last night. We where able to still catch a nice mess of fish.

4.7 / 5

I would recommend Fred Mooney as a good fishing guide. He seemed to know the area well. After the Strom's late last night. We where able to still catch a nice mess of fish.

Jason C. Danville, IL

Rend lake is huge! Only saw a small portion, but was not disappointed. Had a great guide! Fred with Full Moon Fishing Service was knowledgeable and friendly. Look forward to many more trips with his company ??❤️

5.0 / 5

Tosha V. Monticello, IL

Bring light weight pants to fend off the biting flys that are present during July & summer months.

4.7 / 5

Bring light weight pants to fend off the biting flys that are present during July & summer months.

Bryan B. Arlington Heights, IL

Bring warm clothing. The lake this time of year is a cold trap and cools the air above it.

4.7 / 5

Bring warm clothing. The lake this time of year is a cold trap and cools the air above it.

Michael K. Chicago, IL

Get a charter with Ray and Joe at Xtasea IV Charter for a great weekend fun day with your friends!

5.0 / 5

Get a charter with Ray and Joe at Xtasea IV Charter for a great weekend fun day with your friends!

Ryan S. Lake Forest, Illinois

Bring proper clothing ,sunblock and a great attitude ! remember it's the experience not the poundage of fillets. Although you may get both. There are no guarantees. Good luck.

4.7 / 5

Bring proper clothing ,sunblock and a great attitude ! remember it's the experience not the poundage of fillets. Although you may get both. There are no guarantees. Good luck.