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Misty Dawn Charters 

5.0/5 (30 reviews)
 34 State Street, Erie, PA 16507, United States

Misty Dawn Charters 

Erie, PA, United States
27 ft
6
5.0/5 (30 reviews)

Whether you are a novice angler or a seasoned veteran, give Misty Dawn Charters a go. Their experienced and knowledgeable crew will take you out on a fishing adventure of a lifetime. If you are ready to discover the finest and most prolific fishing spots on Lake Erie, hop on board!

You will be able to enjoy a great day on the water aboard a 27' Baha Cruiser. This boat has enough room for up to 6 anglers to fish in comfort and style. It comes powered by twin 175 HP Suzuki engines and is fully outfitted with everything you need for a productive day on the water, from top-notch electronics to professional accessories. Plus, there is a private restroom on board, which is a much-needed thing when you're spending your day on the water.

Captain Troy Benson and his first mate will help you target various local species. You will be trolling for the lake's 'Superstar' – Walleye, as well as fishing for Steelhead and filling the cooler with Yellow Perch. The season begins in early June and goes until mid-November.

Capt. Troy will provide you with quality rods, reels, tackle, and lures. You will need to purchase a valid fishing license before you make your first cast, pack your lunch and drinks, and show up. Please note that tips for first mate are customary and highly appreciated!

Whether you are a novice angler or a seasoned veteran, give Misty Dawn Charters a go. Their experienced and knowledgeable crew will take you out on a fishing adventure of a lifetime. If you are ready to discover the finest and most prolific fishing spots on Lake Erie, hop on board!

You will be able to enjoy a great day on the water aboard a 27' Baha Cruiser. This boat has enough room for up to 6 anglers to fish in comfort and style. It comes powered by twin 175 HP Suzuki engines and is fully outfitted with everything you need for a productive day on the water, from top-notch electronics to professional accessories. Plus, there is a private restroom on board, which is a much-needed thing when you're spending your day on the water.

Captain Troy Benson and his first mate will help you target various local species. You will be trolling for the lake's 'Superstar' – Walleye, as well as fishing for Steelhead and filling the cooler with Yellow Perch. The season begins in early June and goes until mid-November.

Capt. Troy will provide you with quality rods, reels, tackle, and lures. You will need to purchase a valid fishing license before you make your first cast, pack your lunch and drinks, and show up. Please note that tips for first mate are customary and highly appreciated!

Troy Benson
Captain
Troy Benson

Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
30 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (25)

What anglers say

100%
Recommended

All reviews (30)

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Ed Gibson
Ed Gibson
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great Day on Lake Eriey
Half Day Trip - Walleye (PM) on August 9, 20252 adults

My family had a great day on the lake with Captain Troy and First Mate Trevor! We caught our limit while having a lot of fun! If you are looking to catch walleye on Lake Erie, then Misty Dawn is the way to go!

Serhiy Vdovichenko
Serhiy Vdovichenko
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great trip!
Half Day Trip - Steelhead on September 20, 20254 adults

Awesome experience! Very friendly crew, we had amazing time!

Reported catch:
Walleye
Anthony Marchitelli
Anthony Marchitelli
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
August fishing trip
Full Day Trip - Walleye on August 17, 20255 adults1 child

Jared Milanek
Jared Milanek
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
The best charter
Full Day Trip - Walleye on July 19, 20256 adults

Troy and Trevor were super fun and made our trip extremely fun. Super knowledgeable and we caught fish the entire time. Will for sure be coming back.

Reported catch:
Walleye
David Gall
David Gall
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Great trip and excellent experience
Half Day Trip - Walleye (PM) on September 14, 20243 adults

Captain Troy and 1st mate were an excellent team. We caught all kinds of walleyes and limited out with plenty of time left over. The boat was clean, everyone was friendly. They cleaned and packed up our fish as well! Will definitely use them in the future!

FAQs about Misty Dawn Charters

Misty Dawn Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip - Steelhead (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - Walleye (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip - Steelhead (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip - Walleye (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Misty Dawn Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Misty Dawn Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (If necessary )
  • Lures
  • First mate
Misty Dawn Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Misty Dawn Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Misty Dawn Charters include:
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Troy Benson
Troy Benson
Troy Benson

Erie, Pennsylvania, United States

30 Customer reviews
Typical response within 13 hours
Member since June 2018

Misty Dawn Charters is run and operated by Captian Troy Benson. An experienced angler, he has been fishing his whole life and has spent over two decades mastering the waters of the Great Lakes. Capt. Troy began guiding around three years ago and has never looked back. He and his team enjoy fishing, meeting new people, and providing them with the finest opportunities the Great Lakes have to offer.

30 Customer reviews
Typical response within 13 hours
Member since June 2018

Misty Dawn Charters is run and operated by Captian Troy Benson. An experienced angler, he has been fishing his whole life and has spent over two decades mastering the waters of the Great Lakes. Capt. Troy began guiding around three years ago and has never looked back. He and his team enjoy fishing, meeting new people, and providing them with the finest opportunities the Great Lakes have to offer.

The fish you can target

Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye
Walleye
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye
Walleye

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
2008
Boat manufacturer
Baha Cruiser
Boat type
Cuddy cabin
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 175HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
If necessary
Lures
First mate

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
No minimum age, life jackets provided
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 PayPal

What’s biting in Erie right now

Perch (Yellow)Perch (Yellow)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
WalleyeWalleye

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