What's Biting in Waukegan Right Now
Steelhead
GoodVarious
Northern Pike
GoodVarious
Perch
Goodfreshwater
Jigging, Live Bait, Spinners
Lake Trout
GoodVarious
Walleye
GoodVarious
Coho Salmon
FairVarious
Smallmouth Bass
Fairfreshwater
Casting, Fly Fishing, Jigging
Chinook Salmon
Fairboth
Trolling, Fly Fishing, Drift Fishing
Top Fishing Guides in Waukegan
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Schools Out Sport Fishing
Waukegan, Illinois
Salmon and Trout fishing in the Chicagoland and Milwaukee region on Lake Michigan. Book today aboard School's Out Sport Fishing.
freshwaterSpeckled TroutSalmon
Waukegan, Illinois
Jawzon fishing charters
5(79)Top Rated
Waukegan, Illinois
Merganzer Fishing Charters
5(12)Top Rated
Salmon fishing Lake Michigan, we are a charter boat service based out of Waukegan Illinois. We have a world class fishery, less than a hour from Chicago.
Salmon
Waukegan, Illinois
Kingfin Charters
5(12)Top Rated
Lake Michigan Fishing Charters, Fishing Charters, Waukegan Fishing Charters, Lake Michigan
freshwater
Waukegan, Illinois
Prime Time Fishing
5(9)Top Rated
Waukegan Illinois salmon and trout fishing charter
freshwaterSpeckled TroutSalmon
Waukegan, Illinois
Double K Charters
5(4)Top Rated
inshore
Waukegan, Illinois
What to Bring
Check with Waukegan guides about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For freshwater / inshore Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- Light rain jacket
Illinois Fishing License
License: Fishing License
Largemouth Bass regulations may vary by location. Check the Illinois Department of Natural Resources fishing guide for site-specific regulations.