The numerous harbors, lagoons, and marinas in Chicago join with the waters of Lake Michigan, where you can take advantage of fishing from the shore or from a charter boat. Enjoy a day of fun by visiting any of the numerous marinas where you can dine on fresh fish or target your next catch. Anglers flock here to try their hand at landing one of several species, including perch, chinook salmon, steelhead, coho salmon, rainbow trout, lake trout, brown trout, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, or walleye.

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Lake Michigan boat ramps:

The following boat ramps provide access to Lake Michigan.