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Winthrop Harbor, IL Fishing Trip — May

Your Winthrop Harbor, IL Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 60°F / Low 46°F3.1" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Chinook SalmonExcellent
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
PerchExcellent
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various
Lake TroutGood
Lake Trout
Various

May Weather in Winthrop Harbor

60°F
Avg High
46°F
Avg Low
3.1"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

12 Guides Matched

Renegade Fishing Charters - Renegade Fishing Charters
Renegade Fishing Charters

Renegade Fishing Charters

5(173)Top Rated

Looking for big fish and a lot of fun on a Lake Michigan fishing charter? Our Lake Michigan Fishing Charter is based in Winthop Harbor (north of Chicago).

Winthrop Harbor, Illinois
Twenty Four VII Charters - Twenty Four VII Charters
Twenty Four VII Charters

Twenty Four VII Charters

5(118)Top Rated

Twenty Four VII Charters LLC, Lake Michigan Sport Fishing Charters, Charters on Lake Michigan out of Kenosha, Wisconsin and North Point, IL. coho, king salmon, steelhead, brown & lake trout

Lake TroutSalmonSpeckled Trout
Winthrop Harbor, Illinois
Diamond Ghost Charters - Diamond Ghost Charters
Diamond Ghost Charters

Diamond Ghost Charters

5(77)Top Rated
Winthrop Harbor, Illinois
Migrator Charters - Migrator Charters
Migrator Charters

Migrator Charters

5(57)Top Rated

Migrator Charters located in Withrop Harbor, IL. We believe GREAT FISHING = GREAT FUN! Book your safe, fun, and memorable trip with us today!

Winthrop Harbor, Illinois
Griffin Sport Fishing Charters LLC. - Griffin Sport Fishing Charters LLC.
Griffin Sport Fishing Charters LLC.

Griffin Sport Fishing Charters LLC.

5(35)Top Rated

Lake Michigan Salmon and Trout Fishing Charter

SalmonSpeckled Trout
Winthrop Harbor, Illinois
Jackpot Fishing Charters - Jackpot Fishing Charters
Jackpot Fishing Charters

Jackpot Fishing Charters

4.4(51)
Winthrop Harbor, Illinois
Confusion Lake Michigan Fishing Charters - Confusion Lake Michigan Fishing Charters
Confusion Lake Michigan Fishing Charters

Confusion Lake Michigan Fishing Charters

4.5(45)Top Rated
freshwater
Winthrop Harbor, Illinois
Breezy 1 Charters - Breezy 1 Charters
Breezy 1 Charters

Breezy 1 Charters

4.9(28)Top Rated

Lake Michigan Salmon and Trout Fishing Charters from Winthrop Harbor, Illinois

SalmonSpeckled Trout
Winthrop Harbor, Illinois
Storm Force Sport Fishing LLC - Storm Force Sport Fishing LLC
Storm Force Sport Fishing LLC

Storm Force Sport Fishing LLC

5(20)Top Rated

Come experience lake Michigan’s premier Salmon and Trout fishing with Capt. Blake on the sportfishing vessel Storm Force charters.

SalmonSpeckled Trout
Winthrop Harbor, Illinois
Last Cast Ii - Last Cast Ii
Last Cast Ii

Last Cast Ii

5(2)Top Rated

Lake Michigan Fishing, North Point Marina, Last Cast Charters, IIllinois Fishing, Trout, Salmon, Stealhead, Lake Trout, Coho, King Salmon, Brown Trout, Chicago Fishing, IL Fishing.

freshwaterSpeckled TroutBrown Trout
Winthrop Harbor, Illinois
Ness Charters - Ness Charters
Ness Charters

Ness Charters

Winthrop Harbor, Illinois

inshore
Winthrop Harbor, Illinois
Eyeronick Sport Fishing - Eyeronick Sport Fishing
Eyeronick Sport Fishing

Eyeronick Sport Fishing

Winthrop Harbor, Illinois

inshore
Winthrop Harbor, Illinois

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

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
Find Hotels
Winthrop Harbor from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Winthrop Harbor

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

Boat Tours & Cruises
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Wildlife & Nature Tours
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What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Coho Salmon

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Steelhead

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Chinook Salmon

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Illinois Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$31.50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Inland trout and salmon stamp additional.

Buy License Online — Illinois

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.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

In the Illinois River and its tributaries, there is no length limit.

Chinook Salmon
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day in aggregate with other salmon and trout
Size Limit:No size limit

The daily limit is 5 fish, but no more than 3 may be of the same species (Chinook, Coho, Rainbow, Brown, Pink, or Brook Trout). This regulation applies to Lake Michigan and its tributaries.

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.

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