Fish On !!! welcomes you to the stunning waters of southern Lake Michigan. We run single boat trips up to 5 passangers but can organize 2, 3 or more boats to take large groups and company outings to meet your needs just send us a message.
"Captain stackhouse and Trenton are definitely experts on this." — Ryan,
Book your next trip with Fin Addict Charter Fishing and find out what the fishing in Portage is all about. Around here the fishing is popular for Salmon, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), and more with any luck.
"Captain Dan was outstanding! Very experienced, attentive, and professional." — Fabio,
Make the most of your time in the Chicagoland area fishing with Whitecap Outfitters. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain John can tell you all about them.
"Never went on a charter before today so our group didn’t know what to fully expect." — Rudy,
Far Out Fishing Charters has been putting the southern basin of Lake Michigan on the map; taking anglers out through the wetlands of our home port in New Buffalo Michigan's harbor for over a decade.
"The first two hours was a no bite period. It could’ve been wrong lures, direction or depth." — Frank,
If you're looking to fish on Lake Michigan, look no further than Angry Pirate Fishing Charters. Having logged many hours on these seas, Captain Bill is prepared to put you on fish.
"Captian Bill knows the area and the setup needed extremely well." — David,
Charter Boat Royalty has a trip with your name on it along the stunning waters of Chicago. Having logged many hours, your captain is prepared to put you on fish.
"We booked the 6 hours trip at 0500 hours. We were given a safety breif prior to beginning." — Jennene,
Make some memories in Chicago and go fishing with Massive Confusion Charters. Species like Pink Salmon, Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Lake Trout, Salmon, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), and more inhabit these waters if conditions are right.
"To start with, any trip on Lake Michigan with awesome weather, is a success in itself." — Charles,
Chicago has a fish with your name on it, so let Confusion Charters – Chicago help you catch it! With Captain Bob at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.
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"What an amazing day with Captain Ernesto of Thin Blue Line Fishing!" — Jack,
Portage sits on the southern shore of Lake Michigan, putting you minutes from big-water action with Portage fishing charters. This corner of Northwest Indiana is known for fast access to deep, cold water where salmonids thrive, and for the shelter of the Portage-Burns waterway that lets you get out even when the lake is a little lively. With the Indiana Dunes as your backdrop, you'll launch into one of the Great Lakes' most productive fisheries.
Expect classic Lake Michigan targets: hard-fighting Chinook and Coho Salmon, Lake Trout cruising the bottom, acrobatic Steelhead, and Brown Trout along temperature breaks. When conditions line up closer to shore, Yellow Perch can provide steady rod-bending and tasty fillets. Trolling spreads with downriggers and divers dominate in summer, while spring and fall see active bites along currents, color lines, and shoreline structure. Local captains track temperature bands and bait to keep you on fish through the seasons.
Portage fishing charters are a great fit for first-timers and seasoned anglers alike. Crews typically provide quality tackle and all the know‑how, so you can focus on the fight and the views. From sunrise runs to laid‑back family outings, trips can be tailored to your group, your target species, and the time of year. If you're looking for consistent Great Lakes action without the long drive, Portage is an easy choice.
Come for the fish, stay for the setting: quick access to Lake Michigan, convenient launch points, and a coastline framed by dunes and beaches. Portage fishing charters put trophy potential and dependable multi‑species action within reach—any day you're ready to chase it.
