{"id":24396,"date":"2021-03-11T15:13:00","date_gmt":"2021-03-11T14:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/?p=24396"},"modified":"2026-02-11T11:51:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T11:51:08","slug":"walleye-fishing-lake-erie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/walleye-fishing-lake-erie\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fish for Walleye on Lake Erie: The Complete Guide for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 9<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p>Some people might associate Lake Erie with long vacation days on the beach, stunning sunsets, and &ldquo;lake monster&rdquo; Bessie, but fishermen see it as a treasure trove. While there are many fish species to choose from, <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/walleye\/us\/lake-erie?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=24396\">Walleye fishing<\/a> on Lake Erie is phenomenal.<\/p><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/player.js\" async><\/script><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/0qi52dtxqu.js\" async type=\"module\"><\/script><style>wistia-player[media-id='0qi52dtxqu']:not(:defined) { background: center \/ contain no-repeat url('https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/medias\/0qi52dtxqu\/swatch'); display: block; filter: blur(5px); padding-top:56.25%; }<\/style><wistia-player media-id=\"0qi52dtxqu\" aspect=\"1.7777777777777777\"><div class=\"wistia_preload_transcript_outer_wrapper\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; display:flex; justify-content:center; align-items: center; margin-top:-56.25%;\"><div class=\"wistia_preload_transcript_inner_wrapper\" style=\" overflow: auto;\"><p class=\"wistia_preload_transcript_text\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 5px !important;\">When you think about fishing on Lake Erie&nbsp; what&rsquo;s the first thing that comes to mind?&nbsp;&nbsp; Is it trophy Walleye or maybe big Trout? Ice&nbsp; fishing in the winter or cruising at sunrise&nbsp;&nbsp; during the summer? Likely, it&rsquo;s a little&nbsp; bit of everything.\r\n\r\nAs the fourth largest&nbsp;&nbsp; and shallowest of the Great Lakes,&nbsp; Lake Erie offers up incredible all&nbsp;&nbsp; seasons fishing opportunities and more&nbsp; than a few coveted freshwater species. In this video, we&rsquo;re going to discuss everything&nbsp; you need to know before you go fishing on Lake&nbsp;&nbsp; Erie. We&rsquo;ll get into the different fish&nbsp; you can catch and their seasonality,&nbsp;&nbsp; as well as some of the best fishing spots on the&nbsp; lake and a few rules and regulations you&rsquo;ll need&nbsp;&nbsp; to keep in mind. You&rsquo;ll also get to hear from&nbsp; local captains and check out some of the amazing&nbsp;&nbsp; fish our anglers have caught.\r\n\r\nLet&rsquo;s get right into it.&nbsp; If there&rsquo;s one fish everyone&rsquo;s talking about on&nbsp; Lake Erie, it&rsquo;s Walleye. In fact, there&rsquo;s hardly&nbsp;&nbsp; a better place to fish for them in North America,&nbsp; earning Lake Erie the &ldquo;The Walleye Capital of the&nbsp;&nbsp; World&rdquo; nickname. Why does this fish top the list&nbsp; for so many freshwater anglers?\r\n\r\nFirst of all,&nbsp;&nbsp; they&rsquo;re apex predators that give great fight,&nbsp; second, they&rsquo;re the perfect addition to your&nbsp;&nbsp; next fish fry, and third, they&rsquo;re nearly&nbsp; a year-round target on this Great Lake. Even though the average Walleye&nbsp; comes in at between 3 and 7 pounds,&nbsp;&nbsp; trophy fish can easily reach up to between&nbsp; 10 and 12 pounds. And with the amount of fish&nbsp;&nbsp; in Lake Erie&rsquo;s waters, it&rsquo;s one of the best&nbsp; places in the world to get your hands on one. If you&rsquo;re wondering how so many&nbsp; anglers are netting multiple&nbsp;&nbsp; Walleye at a time in Lake Erie, aside&nbsp; from the fact that there are so many,&nbsp;&nbsp; it&rsquo;s because these fish travel in schools.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhere there&rsquo;s one, there are certainly more,&nbsp;&nbsp; so after you&rsquo;ve done the tough part of locating&nbsp; them it&rsquo;s smooth sailing and clean bagging. When it comes to finding them, pay close attention&nbsp; to the seasons. They&rsquo;ll spawn in the spring,&nbsp;&nbsp; causing them to move into the sandy and gravelly&nbsp; areas of the lake&rsquo;s bays and reefs. This is the&nbsp;&nbsp; closest they&rsquo;ll come to the shore and&nbsp; they&rsquo;ll stick around for several weeks,&nbsp;&nbsp; anytime between late February&nbsp; and April depending on the year.\r\n\r\nAs the summer approaches and the waters&nbsp; warm, the Walleye will move into the lake&#039;s&nbsp;&nbsp; deeper offshore waters as they seek the perfect&nbsp; temperatures and food supply. The summer months,&nbsp;&nbsp; particularly the month of July, are considered&nbsp; peak Walleye fishing season on Lake Erie. You&rsquo;re&nbsp;&nbsp; likely to see plenty of charter boats&nbsp; moving out towards the deeper parts of&nbsp;&nbsp; the lakes basins and plenty of planer boards&nbsp; in the water as anglers seek out trophy fish. Once fall rolls in and the weather cools down,&nbsp;&nbsp; the Walleye will move back into shallower&nbsp; waters again before the lake freezes over,&nbsp;&nbsp; and yep, it doesn&rsquo;t end there.\r\n\r\nIce fishing for&nbsp; Walleye harbors great results on Lake Erie,&nbsp;&nbsp; Although we could probably dedicate a full&nbsp; video just to Walleye, there&rsquo;s a lot more&nbsp;&nbsp; fishing to be had on Lake Erie. In fact,&nbsp; Yellow Perch are nearly as abundant and&nbsp;&nbsp; they&rsquo;re often caught together during the summer&nbsp; and fall fishing seasons. Both of these fish&nbsp;&nbsp; for dinner? It doesn&rsquo;t get much better than that.\r\n\r\nExcept that it does. Alongside Walleye and Perch,&nbsp;&nbsp; you can also target a variety of Trout &ndash; namely&nbsp; Steelhead. They call them &ldquo;Chromers&rdquo; around these&nbsp;&nbsp; parts and the best time to target them is during&nbsp; their spring run, which happens between March and&nbsp;&nbsp; May, and when the weather cools again in the fall,&nbsp; from September all the way through to November. The top spot for landing big Chromers&nbsp; is &ldquo;Steelhead Alley,&rdquo; which is found&nbsp;&nbsp; between Cattaraugus Creek all the way to the&nbsp; mouth of the Vermilion River.\r\n\r\nThey&rsquo;ll also&nbsp;&nbsp; congregate around &ldquo;The Mountain&rdquo; in Lake&nbsp; Erie&rsquo;s eastern basin during the hottest&nbsp;&nbsp; months of the year. The deepest area of&nbsp; the &ldquo;The Mountain&rdquo; sits around 200 feet,&nbsp;&nbsp; making it an excellent spot to&nbsp; target another fish &ndash; Lake Trout. Despite their misleading name, these fish actually&nbsp; belong to the Char family &ndash; meaning fighting one&nbsp;&nbsp; will remind you more of your Salmon fishing&nbsp; trips. They&rsquo;ve been stocked in Lake Erie for&nbsp;&nbsp; over 20 years and unlike Steelhead, you can&nbsp; find them in the lake&#039;s waters year-round.\r\n\r\nLake Trout don&rsquo;t move around too much during the&nbsp; year, since they&rsquo;re not as temperature sensitive,&nbsp;&nbsp; however, they do like their waters&nbsp; deep and cool. That means you&rsquo;ll&nbsp;&nbsp; need to travel further offshore to find&nbsp; them &ndash; especially in the summer months. And while Salmon fishing on Lake Erie isn&rsquo;t&nbsp; nearly as popular as fishing for Walleye or Trout,&nbsp;&nbsp; you can find Chinook and Coho varieties from&nbsp; time to time. These fish have similar behaviors&nbsp;&nbsp; to Steelhead Trout, so while you&rsquo;re out trolling&nbsp; for this species Salmon could be on the cards too.\r\n\r\nBefore we start getting into the best fishing&nbsp; spots on Lake Erie, there&rsquo;s one more species&nbsp;&nbsp; we need to talk about &ndash; Smallmouth Bass. Even&nbsp; though they&rsquo;re not on many anglers&rsquo; radars,&nbsp;&nbsp; the bite during the summer months is&nbsp; considered one of the strongest around. You&rsquo;ll typically find them in waters between&nbsp; 20 and 40 feet deep among ledges and rocks.&nbsp;&nbsp; That means you won&rsquo;t have to go too far&nbsp; from shore before reaching their habitats,&nbsp;&nbsp; so if you&rsquo;re looking for a&nbsp; change of pace look no further.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlright, so now that you know more about some&nbsp; of the species you can target on Lake Erie,&nbsp;&nbsp; you&rsquo;re probably wondering where to go.&nbsp; The easiest way to break down Lake Erie&rsquo;s&nbsp;&nbsp; fishing spots and which fish you can target&nbsp; where is by looking at its three basins. The Eastern Basin extends from Erie Pennsylvania&nbsp; to the eastern edge of the lake in Buffalo,&nbsp;&nbsp; NY. It also reaches up to Long&nbsp; Point in the Canadian province&nbsp;&nbsp; of Ontario.\r\n\r\nLake Erie&rsquo;s eastern basin&nbsp; is where the lake&#039;s deepest spots are,&nbsp;&nbsp; making it a top fishing area for its most coveted&nbsp; species including Walleye, Perch, and Lake Trout.&nbsp;&nbsp; The area&rsquo;s surrounding tributaries are also&nbsp; excellent for Steelhead and Salmon fishing. The Central Basin, stretching over&nbsp; 130 miles, is by far the largest and&nbsp;&nbsp; encompasses the areas west of Erie all the way&nbsp; to Cleveland and Vermilion, Ohio stateside,&nbsp;&nbsp; and up to Point Pelee National Park Canada.&nbsp; You&rsquo;ll find plenty of lake-facing towns in&nbsp;&nbsp; And finally, the Western Basin, which is the&nbsp; smallest and shallowest of the three with depths&nbsp;&nbsp; averaging between 25 and 30 feet.\r\n\r\nFishing&nbsp; hotspots here include Lakeside Marblehead,&nbsp;&nbsp; Port Clinton, and a chain of archipelagic&nbsp; islands which extend into Canada as well.&nbsp;&nbsp; You can catch most of Lake Erie&rsquo;s&nbsp; starfish in the Western Basin,&nbsp;&nbsp; but be aware that they&rsquo;ll move on to deeper&nbsp; areas of the lake once the waters get too warm. Its shallow waters are a big&nbsp; advantage in the winter months,&nbsp;&nbsp; however, which brings us to the next section&nbsp; of this video &ndash; ice fishing on Lake Erie. If you can&rsquo;t stop thinking about Walleye&nbsp; even during the winter months you&rsquo;ll be&nbsp;&nbsp; happy to know that they remain a top catch&nbsp; on Lake Erie through the coldest season.\r\n\r\nThe season for drilling usually begins&nbsp; around mid-December and ends in March&nbsp;&nbsp; with peak season hitting in January.&nbsp; This does, however, vary depending on&nbsp;&nbsp; yearly weather patterns and conditions.&nbsp; It&rsquo;s extremely important to check the ice&nbsp;&nbsp; thickness before you start drilling your hole&nbsp; and keeping an eye on the weather is integral. The only thing you&rsquo;ll need to take care of &ndash;&nbsp; whether you&rsquo;re ice fishing, charter fishing,&nbsp;&nbsp; or fishing from shore &ndash; is getting the&nbsp; right fishing licenses and permits.\r\n\r\nThe type of license you buy and its&nbsp; price will depend on which state&rsquo;s&nbsp;&nbsp; waters you&rsquo;re fishing in. You&rsquo;ll also&nbsp; need to get a Trout stamp as well if&nbsp;&nbsp; you plan on targeting Trout or&nbsp; Salmon. We&rsquo;ve written extensive&nbsp;&nbsp; blog articles on getting a fishing license in&nbsp; Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio, and Michigan. If you plan on venturing into Canadian waters,&nbsp;&nbsp; you&rsquo;ll need to bring your passport&nbsp; with you and make sure you obtain a&nbsp;&nbsp; Canada Outdoors Card and fishing license,&nbsp; both of which can be purchased online.\r\n\r\nAnd last but certainly not least, make sure&nbsp; you&rsquo;re following all harvest, size, and bag&nbsp;&nbsp; limits. This will ensure that Lake Erie remains&nbsp; a thriving fishery for many more years to come. By now, you&rsquo;re surely ready to hit the&nbsp; waters or the ice. To book the fishing&nbsp;&nbsp; charter that&rsquo;s right for you and the trip you&rsquo;re&nbsp; planning, download the FishingBooker app.\r\n\r\nIt&rsquo;s&nbsp;&nbsp; available on Google Play and the App Store and&nbsp; allows you to browse the largest selection of&nbsp;&nbsp; fishing charters, compare prices and&nbsp; amenities, and book fast and easy. Or,&nbsp;&nbsp; check us out online at FishingBooker.com to&nbsp; start planning your Lake Erie fishing trip today!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/wistia-player><p>This prized game fish put the lake on the map as one of the top fishing spots in the world. Both locals and visiting anglers can confirm that casting a line on the shallowest of the <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/great-lakes-fishing-the-complete-guide\/\">Great Lakes<\/a> means coming back to shore with a cooler full of fish. If you&rsquo;re preparing for a trip to Lake Erie and you&rsquo;ve got Walleye on your mind, here&rsquo;s some useful info to get you started.<\/p><h2 id=\"all-you-need-to-know-about-walleye\"><strong>All You Need to Know About Walleye<\/strong><\/h2><p>There are many reasons Walleye is the absolute favorite catch on Lake Erie. These big-eyed apex predators fight like no other freshwater species, and they&rsquo;ve got the teeth to prove it. There are millions of them in the lake, and a good number of them are trophy specimens.<\/p><p>Average Walleye weigh from 3&ndash;7 pounds, but you could easily stumble upon 10&ndash;12 lb lunkers. It&rsquo;s the abundance of record-sized fish that keeps avid anglers coming back. In recent years, thanks to the diligence of marine biologists, hatchery has been exploding and adult fish are thriving. This just means more first-class action for you!<\/p><h3 id=\"where-do-walleye-live\"><strong>Where Do Walleye Live?<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Three fishermen standing on shore, holding six big Walleye\" class=\"wp-image-24410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><p>One of the first things you should know about the mighty Walleye is that they&rsquo;re migratory fish. They like to move around a lot, so finding them can take a bit of time, which is where fishfinders come into play. These fish move around in schools which makes them easier to spot and allows for multiple catches simultaneously.<\/p><p>Walleye spawn in the early spring months, when they come closer to shore. They&rsquo;re here for several weeks, looking for the perfect spawning spots like gravelly or sandy parts of the bottom bays, and reefs. What&rsquo;s interesting is that they usually return to the place of their hatching to spawn, similarly to Salmon.<\/p><p>Come warmer weather, these creatures move further offshore in search of the perfect water temperature and food. This is when you can fish the central parts of Lake Erie&rsquo;s basins. The Western Basin is especially known for its productivity. Eastern and Central Basins offer an excellent bite on the hottest days of summer.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143852\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143852\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie-2-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Two adult anglers and one child sitting on a fishing boat at sunset, holding three Walleye with more fish on the floor\" class=\"wp-image-24409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143852\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie-2-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143852\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143852\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143852\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie-2-1536x1151.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143852\/Where-Walleye-live-Lake-Erie-2.jpg 1825w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><p>Because these fish are always on the move, it takes a seasoned guide to help you find them. Depending on the time of year, they hunt in the parts of the lake that are 5&ndash;60 feet deep. Their preferred water temperature for feeding is 60&ndash;70&ordm;F.<\/p><p>This gives you a lot of water to cover, which can be intimidating, but with professional guidance, it doesn&rsquo;t have to be. Walleye fishing on Lake Erie should predominantly be about enjoying yourself, and with so many fish and experienced captains at your disposal, that&rsquo;s exactly what you&rsquo;ll be doing.<\/p><div class='featured-charters-container' data-trigger='featured-charters' data-destination-id='2379' data-destination-title='Lake Erie' data-perpage='4' data-currency='USD'data-filter-field='fishFilter'data-filter-value='walleye'data-headline='Top Walleye Fishing Charters in Lake Erie'data-add-type='m'><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h3 id=\"what-do-walleye-eat\"><strong>What Do Walleye Eat?<\/strong><\/h3><p>Walleye are voracious eaters, and that&rsquo;s because they are always growing and need more energy, so they&rsquo;re constantly hungry. They&rsquo;ll gobble down just about anything you throw at them, whether it&rsquo;s <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/fishing-bait-101\/\">live bait or lures<\/a>. This makes them a picture-perfect catch for all levels of anglers.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143853\/What-Walleye-Eat-Lake-Erie.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143853\/What-Walleye-Eat-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A small Walleye picked up above the surface of the water with a lure in its mouth\" class=\"wp-image-24408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143853\/What-Walleye-Eat-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143853\/What-Walleye-Eat-Lake-Erie-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143853\/What-Walleye-Eat-Lake-Erie-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143853\/What-Walleye-Eat-Lake-Erie-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143853\/What-Walleye-Eat-Lake-Erie.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><p>To get their attention, threadfin shad is a good choice since it&rsquo;s their favorite food. These clear-eyed fellas also can&rsquo;t resist alewives, emerald shiners, or smelt. The key, however, is in the presentation.<\/p><p>Walleye see very well, even in dark and murky waters &ndash; hence the name and the affectionate nickname &lsquo;Eyes. The choice of technique and tackle is just as important as what&rsquo;s on the hook. Present your offering in the part of the water column where your prey lives or slightly above it. These fish are ready to swim up to get their food, but they won&rsquo;t bother going lower, to colder waters.<\/p><p>This species doesn&rsquo;t shy away from tucking into other fish, especially Yellow Perch. Their teeth are so strong that they can even tear into another Walleye if need be. In short, they&rsquo;re apex predators through and through.<\/p><div class='reviews-fetcher-container' data-destination-id='2379' data-destination-title='Lake Erie' data-category-title='Walleye Fishing' data-category='fish' data-category-id='122' data-trigger='reviews-fetcher' data-viewport-event='view_reviews_fetcher' data-action='In viewport' data-viewport-category='Reviews' data-label=''>\n                    <h3>What anglers said about Walleye Fishing in Lake Erie<\/h3>\n                <\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 id=\"best-season-for-walleye-fishing-on-lake-erie\"><strong>Best Season for Walleye Fishing on Lake Erie<\/strong><\/h2><p>It&rsquo;s a known fact that the Walleye high season is in the heat of the summer but in truth, going after these toothy fish can be productive all year. Fishing spots and techniques change with seasons, but there are always hungry fish in the lake. Let&rsquo;s see what you can expect from Lake Erie in every season.<\/p><h3 id=\"spring\"><strong>Spring<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Spring-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Spring-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Three children sitting on a boat holding three Walleye with Lake Erie in the background\" class=\"wp-image-24402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Spring-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Spring-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Spring-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Spring-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Spring-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><p>The early days of spring are reserved for spawning Walleye. From late February through April, your prey will be close to land, feeding and looking for the perfect spawning spot. Boat fishing isn&rsquo;t productive right now because the fish are swarming the shallows.<\/p><p>If you love fishing from shore, this is your time. You can cast your line into waters that are only several feet deep and be successful. Spring is also a great time for <a href=\"https:\/\/lakeeriefish.com\/fishing-at-night-for-lake-erie-walleye\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">night fishing<\/a>. The fish come closer to the surface to feed, and anglers make the most of this opportunity to snag some fresh Walleye before the peak season.<\/p><p>Bear in mind that the weather can be unpredictable in spring, so dress warmly and have rain gear at hand.<\/p><h3 id=\"summer\"><strong>Summer<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143857\/Summer-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143857\/Summer-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A young man standing in the corner of a boat, holding a big Walleye, with Lake Erie in the background\" class=\"wp-image-24403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143857\/Summer-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143857\/Summer-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143857\/Summer-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143857\/Summer-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143857\/Summer-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><p>The peak Walleye season is upon us! As the weather stabilizes and the temperatures rise, these toothy fellas move into deeper waters, where you&rsquo;ll find them in thousands. July is the best month to come to Lake Erie, treat yourself to a fishing trip, and catch your limits.<\/p><p>During the warmest time of the year, you&rsquo;ll see a lot of charter boats on the lake, and even more excited anglers battling their prey on light tackle. Walleye set out offshore after spawning and can settle up to several miles from land. Casting and trolling with planer boards will reward you with bragworthy catches at the end of the day.<\/p><p>Whether you&rsquo;re in it for a new personal record, or you&rsquo;d just like to stock up on delicious fillets, Lake Erie is your oyster. This trend will continue all through September, sometimes even October, depending on the fishing conditions.<\/p><h3 id=\"fall\"><strong>Fall<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143900\/Fall-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"769\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143900\/Fall-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x769.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling fisherman in a cap, standing on a boat holding a big Walleye, with Lake Erie behind him\" class=\"wp-image-24399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143900\/Fall-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x769.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143900\/Fall-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143900\/Fall-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143900\/Fall-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1536x1153.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143900\/Fall-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><p>As the weather cools down in the fall, Walleye seek refuge in shallow waters again. September and October can still produce a good number of catches, but the bite can be sporadic. A lot depends on the temperature and the amount of rain these days, so it&rsquo;s a good idea to consult a local guide about the best time to go fishing.<\/p><p>This time of year, Walleye fishing on Lake Erie is excellent in the Canadian waters. This means that you can bring your passport and head out for a mixed bag just across the border.<\/p><h3 id=\"winter\"><strong>Winter<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Winter-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Winter-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling elderly fisherman in glasses and a hat holding a Walleye he caught while ice fishing\" class=\"wp-image-24411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Winter-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Winter-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Winter-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Winter-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143851\/Winter-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><p>When we say that fishing on Lake Erie is open year-round, we mean it. During the coldest months, parts of the lake freeze over completely, providing perfect ice fishing conditions. Most anglers hang their fishing gear during the winter, but some locals don&rsquo;t let the cold slow them down.<\/p><p>Before you hit the ice and get some good Walleye on your line, it&rsquo;s important to be safe. There are ice fishing guides who can help you find the best and safest spots out there. The waters between the islands are usually your safest bet. Make sure that the ice is thick enough to drill holes, always go out with someone, and remember to dress very very warmly.<\/p><h2 id=\"best-techniques-for-walleye-fishing-on-lake-erie\"><strong>Best Techniques for Walleye Fishing on Lake Erie<\/strong><\/h2><p>There are several techniques that work well for catching Walleye, some of them bulletproof when it comes to results. You don&rsquo;t have to blindly roam the lake &ndash;&nbsp;there are a lot of <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/region\/us\/lake-erie?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=24396\">fishing charters<\/a> to take you to your prey. You can also explore these waters from shore. Let&rsquo;s talk about the techniques you might use.<\/p><h3 id=\"shore-fishing\"><strong>Shore Fishing<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Shore-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Shore-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A lone angler standing at the edge of a rocky shore, fishing at dusk\" class=\"wp-image-24401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Shore-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Shore-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Shore-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Shore-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143858\/Shore-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><p>Solo fishermen will enjoy casting from shore, especially in spring and fall. This is the time when Walleye come close to land, ready to gorge themselves, and this is your chance. Some resident fish love to hunt in the shallows all year, so solid catches are always possible.<\/p><p>Nighttime shore fishing is excellent in April. Specimens that weigh 6&ndash;8 pounds hunt close to the surface and anglers take advantage to stock up on pre-spawn fish. You can also go out during the day and focus your efforts around rocky areas for the best results. All along the shoreline of Lake Erie, you&rsquo;ll find plenty of fishing spots to explore.<\/p><h3 id=\"trolling\"><strong>Trolling<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Trolling-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Trolling-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A trolling rod in its holder with the line in the water, water and shoreline in the background\" class=\"wp-image-24405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Trolling-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Trolling-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Trolling-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Trolling-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Trolling-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><p>Trolling is by far the most productive fishing technique for catching Walleye on Lake Erie. When you go fishing with your charter, chances are you&rsquo;ll either be drifting or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gameandfishmag.com\/editorial\/cranking-up-lake-erie-walleyes\/362832\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">trolling<\/a>. If you&rsquo;d prefer to do be more hands-on, some good old-fashioned casting and jigging is always an option.<\/p><p>Lake Erie guides have turned trolling into an art, with a lot of different approaches to try out. Your boat will be moving slowly, up to 2 miles per hour, with fishing lines being dragged behind it. Weed beds, ledges, and drop-offs are all popular Walleye hiding places and you&rsquo;ll probably be fishing around them. Whether you&#8217;ll choose planer boards, downriggers, flatlining, or divers depends on the time of the year.<\/p><p>The main perk of trolling is that you&rsquo;ll have more lines in the water and cover more ground, which means better possibilities for catching something good.<\/p><h3 id=\"ice-fishing\"><strong>Ice Fishing<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143859\/Ice-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143859\/Ice-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A small Walleye in snow caught while ice fishing, with an ice fishing rod in the background \" class=\"wp-image-24400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143859\/Ice-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143859\/Ice-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143859\/Ice-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143859\/Ice-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143859\/Ice-fishing-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><p>As we mentioned before, winter doesn&rsquo;t necessarily put a stopper on Walleye fishing, but the conditions and approach change. These fish become more apathetic when water temperatures drop, but you can still pique their interest with the right presentation.<\/p><p>Walleye can be quite far from shore during the winter, so you might need snowmobiles or airboats to move around. This is where ice fishing guides come in handy, because they pack all the equipment you might need. Be warned &ndash; the ice should be at least four inches thick for you to fish safely.<\/p><p>The best choice of bait are minnows, both large and small, depending on how big of a fish you&rsquo;re targeting. Use a fishfinder to locate Walleye, drop your light line and small hook, and wait until you feel that tug.<\/p><h2 id=\"top-fishing-spots\"><strong>Top Fishing Spots<\/strong><\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Top-fishing-spots-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Top-fishing-spots-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"An aerial view of Ashtabula and Lake Erie\" class=\"wp-image-24404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Top-fishing-spots-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Top-fishing-spots-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Top-fishing-spots-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Top-fishing-spots-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143856\/Top-fishing-spots-Walleye-fishing-on-Lake-Erie.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><p>Walleye fishing on Lake Erie is outstanding and as long as you know where to look for them, you&rsquo;re in for a lot of fun. Here are just a few of the many fishing spots you should put on your to-visit list.<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/OH\/port-clinton?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=24396\">Port Clinton<\/a>: <\/strong>With the Western Basin just a stone&rsquo;s throw away, Port Clinton is one of the go-to spots when it comes to Walleye fishing. You don&rsquo;t have to travel far to get to your prey and there&rsquo;s a lot of local captains ready to take you out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>South Bass Island:<\/strong> Both ice fishing and regular fishing yield great results around South Bass Island. Walleye hang out here because there&rsquo;s a lot of cover and food, so double-digit catches are in the cards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/OH\/ashtabula?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=24396\">Ashtabula<\/a>: <\/strong>Looking to earn your bragging rights by landing a massive Walleye? Then head to Ashtabula and nearby Geneva for the possibility of trophy fish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Trenches: <\/strong>&nbsp;The Trenches are productive throughout the season and Walleye are consistently biting. This is also one of the top spots for late fall fishing. These Pennsylvania waters have a lot to offer to fishermen ready to explore Lake Erie&rsquo;s riches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/OH\/cleveland?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=24396\">Cleveland<\/a>: <\/strong>This is <em>the <\/em>place to be if you&rsquo;re looking to fish for Walleye in an urban setting. In spring, when they migrate through these waters, you&rsquo;ll see droves of anglers dotting the breakwalls at night. Why not be one of them?<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 id=\"rules-regulations\"><strong>Rules &amp; Regulations<\/strong><\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143848\/Fishing-Regulations-Lake-Erie.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143848\/Fishing-Regulations-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A blue coloured picture that says Lake Erie Fishing Regulations\" class=\"wp-image-24447\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143848\/Fishing-Regulations-Lake-Erie-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143848\/Fishing-Regulations-Lake-Erie-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143848\/Fishing-Regulations-Lake-Erie-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143848\/Fishing-Regulations-Lake-Erie-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/03\/14143848\/Fishing-Regulations-Lake-Erie.jpg 1958w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><p>Lake Erie spreads across four states and different fishing regulations may apply in every one of them. Wherever you&rsquo;re going fishing, it&rsquo;s important to familiarize yourself with local regulations. The most important thing to bear in mind is the fishing license, which you&rsquo;ll be in charge of buying.<\/p><p>Everyone who&rsquo;s 16 and older needs to have a valid fishing license of the state they&rsquo;re fishing in. If you&rsquo;re going to the Canadian waters, bring your passport, an Outdoors Card, and an appropriate Ontario fishing license. The daily creel limit for Walleye can change from year to year, so make sure you&rsquo;re in the loop. If you&rsquo;re fishing with a charter, the captain will explain everything you need to know to fish safely and responsibly.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"lake-erie-walleye-fishing-faqs\">Lake Erie Walleye Fishing FAQs<\/h2>\n<div id=\"fbgb-faq-69ecdffc7392e\" class=\"fbgb-faq-block aligncenter fbgb-faq-style-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-container\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69ecdffc7392e-item-0\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">How is Walleye fishing on Lake Erie?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69ecdffc7392e-item-0\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Walleye fishing on Lake Erie is really good. In fact, it\u2019s more than that \u2013 it\u2019s stellar and many consider Walleye to be their favorite catch here.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"1\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69ecdffc7392e-item-1\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">What month is the best for Walleye fishing on Lake Erie?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69ecdffc7392e-item-1\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Each season has its own perks, but summer months are probably the best for targeting Walleye in the deeper waters. July is ideal for trolling for Walleye on Lake Erie.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"2\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69ecdffc7392e-item-2\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">How to fish for Walleye on Lake Erie?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69ecdffc7392e-item-2\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>In spring and fall you can fish from the shore for Walleye, while summer is reserved for trolling. And if you\u2019re a fan of cold weather, then go for ice fishing in winter.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"3\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69ecdffc7392e-item-3\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Where is the best Walleye fishing on Lake Erie?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69ecdffc7392e-item-3\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>In spring, Walleye look for sandy and gravelly areas closer to the shore to spawn. In summer, they move further out to deeper waters and the Western Basin is known to be prolific fishery then.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"4\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69ecdffc7392e-item-4\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Can you shore fish for Walleye on Lake Erie?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69ecdffc7392e-item-4\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Yes. 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