Winthrop Harbor, IL Fishing Trip — April
Your Winthrop Harbor, IL Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 55°F / Low 39°F3.7" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in April
8 species
ExcellentSteelhead
Various
ExcellentWalleye
Various
ExcellentPerch
Jigging · Live Bait
ExcellentNorthern Pike
Various
GoodCoho Salmon
Various
GoodSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
GoodChinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
GoodLake Trout
Various
April Weather in Winthrop Harbor
55°F
Avg High
39°F
Avg Low
3.7"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
12 Guides Matched
Prepare for Your Trip
Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
For Your Target Species
For Inshore Fishing
For the Season
What to Bring
Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:
Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
Things to Do in Winthrop Harbor
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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Illinois Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$31.50
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Inland trout and salmon stamp additional.
Species Regulations
Steelhead
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum
Possession limit is 6 fish. Check site-specific regulations as some areas may have different rules.
Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
Walleye regulations may vary by location. Check the Illinois Department of Natural Resources fishing guide for site-specific regulations.
Perch
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Lake Michigan regulations may differ; check specific location regulations.
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum