Midtown Fishing Charters 

4.9
(57 reviews)
 East St 72, Cleveland, OH 44103, United States–

Midtown Fishing Charters 

Cleveland, OH, United States
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25 ft
3
4.9
(57 reviews)

Midtown Fishing Charters is a full time Lake Erie walleye and steelhead charter. Captains Danny and John have been fishing Erie their entire lives and take pride in showing our guests the joys of catching Lake Erie walleye and steelhead on our beautiful great lake.

The walleye population is strong right now and catching our limit is the norm. 25+ inch walleye are common. We provide free fish cleaning immediately after the charter so there is no wait and you can be on your way with limited downtime.

We are just 5 minutes east of downtown Cleveland, conveniently located for anyone visiting the area.

Midtown Fishing Charters is a full time Lake Erie walleye and steelhead charter. Captains Danny and John have been fishing Erie their entire lives and take pride in showing our guests the joys of catching Lake Erie walleye and steelhead on our beautiful great lake.

The walleye population is strong right now and catching our limit is the norm. 25+ inch walleye are common. We provide free fish cleaning immediately after the charter so there is no wait and you can be on your way with limited downtime.

We are just 5 minutes east of downtown Cleveland, conveniently located for anyone visiting the area.

Daniel Mcdonnell
Captain
Daniel Mcdonnell
9 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 2 - Dec 1
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $575
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 2 - Dec 1
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $575
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 2 - Dec 1
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $675
Entire boat: up to 3 people

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Rating

4.9
57 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (57)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
94%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
92%
Caught fish

Reviews (57)

  • Daniel Keys
    Daniel Keys
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip!

    Half Day Trip (PM) on April 24, 2026 • 3 adults

    This was my second charter with Captain Danny and Midtown Fishing Charters, and as with the first time it was fantastic. Captain Danny is great - friendly, knowledgeable and responsive. He proactivley updated us on weather conditions. He moved to multiple spots where we landed 15 walleye. The three of us were very happy with the experience which exceeded our expectations. I would go with Captain Danny again and highly recommend him to anyone interested in catching a lot of fish! Thank you!!

  • Jim Gilson
    Jim Gilson
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    First Lake Erie Fishing Experience

    Half Day Trip (PM) on August 6, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    We had a great afternoon on Lake Erie with Captain Dan! Dan’s boat and equipment were perfect for me and my sons. We had good success catching walleye along with a couple of other species. Dan was knowledgable about the area and fishing the lake. Highly recommend Midtown Fishing Charters!

  • Janes Deidrick
    Janes Deidrick
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Loved it- Everybody caught fish snd we got our limit in about 2.5 hours!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on August 4, 2026 • 4 adults

    It was on time and we got to our spot in 25 minutes or less. We got our limit and all three of us in the party caught our limit with very nice fish. And we went home with very nice butterflies. I highly recommend going out with Daniel. Jim Deidrick

  • Andrew Lackofi
    Andrew Lackofi
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    3 person trip - limited out on walleye

    Half Day Trip (PM) on June 13, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Great trip for me and my 2 daughters. Capitan and first mate made everyone feel comfortable. Limited out on Walleye and my daughter even got a Fish Ohio. The haul was cleaned back at the dock and we were on our way.

  • Natalie Balli
    Natalie Balli
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Danny

    Half Day Trip (AM) on September 23, 2025 • 1 adult

    I had an afternoon trip booked and the weather took a turn, Captain Dan called me and rescheduled for the next day, which i appreciated immensely as I was in from out of town. Once we got out there caught my limit in two hours! Great Birthday trip, would highly recommend!

  • Scott  Bedell
    Scott Bedell
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Morning half day trip with Midtown Fishing

    Half Day Trip (AM) on June 30, 2020 • 3 adults

    Captain Danny and 1st mate Sarah were awesome! Quick 6 mile jaunt out to "the spot" dropped in the lines and put us on a fish before we even got another line in the water. After that it was non-stop action til we decided we had enough fish to eat and store for future meals. A big plus was their knowledge of the fishery and Cleveland area. We have plenty to do and see for the rest of our week here. Thanks a lot, we will be back to charter again! Scott, Janna and Sabrina

  • William Parker
    William Parker
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    Half Day Trip, Full Day of Action

    Half Day Trip (PM) on July 31, 2019 • 4 adults • 2 children

    We did an evening 1/2 day trip, and when we got to the water it was much too choppy to go past the breaker walls. But Danny promised that as soon as things calmed down we would get out there. We did a little bit of fishing inside the wall, and even had some action, but Danny held true to his word and as soon as things settled on the lake he got us on the fish. From there, my boys just wore out their reeling muscles, and we had several meals worth of sweet, sweet walleye on board. Danny and crew were friendly and efficient and took the time to teach us the how’s and what’s of how the gear worked, so my boys didn’t just catch fish, they actually learned a little bit about how they could do it on their own. Great experience!

  • Jeff Henry
    Jeff Henry
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    3/4 day trip with Capt Danny

    3/4 Day Trip on August 15, 2020 • 4 adults

    had a great time with Capt. Danny and his first mate. We thought at first the boat may be a little small with 6 adults (4 plus crew) but after learning the ins and outs of how Danny and mate worked room want really an issue. Even though it got choppy towards the end Danny was well too stay out and we end up with 2 steel head on top of the walleye we had already caught! Great time ago around and will charter again!

  • Jennifer Meyer
    Jennifer Meyer
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2020
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half Day Family Trip with Captain Dan

    Half Day Trip (AM) on June 18, 2020 • 4 adults • 2 children

    We had a great time for our son's birthday. The fish weren't biting as we hoped, but we still caught a few. Captain Dan answered all the kids' questions about lures, bait, and fish. It was nice to get out on Lake Erie and not have a stuffy, in your face experience. Great weather and relaxing.

  • Rob Konya
    Rob Konya
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2019
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great walleye fishing with captain Dan

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 6, 2020 • 2 adults

    We did a four hour fishing trip today with Captain Dan. It was a great experience. We limited out in three hours The captain knew just where and how to fish for walleye and was happy to share his knowledge about how to fish for walleye on lake erie. I highly recommend.

FAQs about Midtown Fishing Charters

Midtown Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $575 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $675 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Midtown Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet a head
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder Simrad
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box Coolers
  • Radar
Trips booked with Midtown Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is included in the price of the trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is free and done at the end of the charter by your captain and mate)
  • First mate (Our first mates have been fishing Lake Erie their entire lives. They know all of the ins and outs of Lake Erie walleye. A 15-20% tip is very much appreciated and fish cleaning is included in the overall price of the charter)
Midtown Fishing Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
Midtown Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Midtown Fishing Charters include:
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Daniel Mcdonnell
Daniel Mcdonnell
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
9 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
58 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2018
Capt. Dan Mcdonnell has been fishing for 25 years. He grew up fishing Lake Erie for Walleye, Perch, and Steelhead, as well as farm ponds. Then while continuing to fish our Great Lake he began fly fishing the Lake Erie tributaries and targeting other species like Smallmouth Bass, Pike, and Muskie. He can't wait to introduce you to the hottest fishing grounds around – helping you have fun while you reel in your dream catch is the best part of the job!
Daniel Mcdonnell
Daniel Mcdonnell
Fully verified
9
reports
58
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Dan Mcdonnell has been fishing for 25 years. He grew up fishing Lake Erie for Walleye, Perch, and Steelhead, as well as farm ponds. Then while continuing to fish our Great Lake he began fly fishing the Lake Erie tributaries and targeting other species like Smallmouth Bass, Pike, and Muskie. He can't wait to introduce you to the hottest fishing grounds around – helping you have fun while you reel in your dream catch is the best part of the job!

The fish you can target

Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye
Walleye

Real catches by this captain

  • A family proudly displays a large Walleye caught during a fishing trip on a boat.
    Jim G.
    Jim G.
    We had a great afternoon on Lake Erie with Captain Dan! Dan’s boat and equipment were perfect for me and my sons. We had good success catching walleye along with a couple of other species. Dan was knowledgable about the area and fishing the lake. Highly recommend Midtown Fishing Charters!
  • Anglers display a large walleye aboard a fishing boat at sunset, with rods and open water in the background.
    Janes D.
    Janes D.
    It was on time and we got to our spot in 25 minutes or less. We got our limit and all three of us in the party caught our limit with very nice fish. And we went home with very nice butterflies. I highly recommend going out with Daniel. Jim Deidrick
  • A cooler filled with freshly caught Walleye, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Set out this morning at 6am and had lines in the water by 6:30. Solid and steady bite this morning trolling about ten miles offshore. Had our limit by 10am and set back to the dock to get the fish cleaned for our guests.
  • A cooler filled with freshly caught Walleye, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Saturday July 11th The walleye fishing the last week has been incredible. Today we caught our 4 man limit in just under two hours. We made an 8 mile trip to the fishing grounds and it was non-stop action until we caught our limit and pulled the gear to head back in.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a sunny day.
    Andrew L.
    Andrew L.
    Great trip for me and my 2 daughters. Capitan and first mate made everyone feel comfortable. Limited out on Walleye and my daughter even got a Fish Ohio. The haul was cleaned back at the dock and we were on our way.
  • Group of adult anglers posing beside a large collection of fish arranged on a dockside fillet table.
    Fish 1
    White Perch
    This week, 6/8/26, has been some incredible fishing. Catching the boat limit of walleye has been the norm. We are still catching them within a mile of shore which has been nice, allowing for more fishing time and less travel time.
  • Three anglers proudly display their catch of Walleye on a table at the marina after a successful fishing trip.
    Daniel K.
    Daniel K.
    This was my second charter with Captain Danny and Midtown Fishing Charters, and as with the first time it was fantastic. Captain Danny is great - friendly, knowledgeable and responsive. He proactivley updated us on weather conditions. He moved to multiple spots where we landed 15 walleye. The three of us were very happy with the experience which exceeded our expectations. I would go with Captain Danny again and highly recommend him to anyone interested in catching a lot of fish! Thank you!!
  • A cooler filled with freshly caught Walleye, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Natalie B.
    Natalie B.
    I had an afternoon trip booked and the weather took a turn, Captain Dan called me and rescheduled for the next day, which i appreciated immensely as I was in from out of town. Once we got out there caught my limit in two hours! Great Birthday trip, would highly recommend!
  • Teen angler and adult proudly display a large red drum aboard a fishing boat.
    Amy V.
    Amy V.
    Awesome time, very nice and laid back guys, caught TONS of fish!!! Professional, knowledgeable, would definitely book with them again!
  • A collection of freshly caught Walleye displayed on a cleaning station, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Cliffton T.
    Cliffton T.
    Captain was professional and very knowledgeable. We had a great time and would do it again.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
a head
GPS
Fishfinder
Simrad
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Coolers
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is included in the price of the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is free and done at the end of the charter by your captain and mate
First mate
Our first mates have been fishing Lake Erie their entire lives. They know all of the ins and outs of Lake Erie walleye. A 15-20% tip is very much appreciated and fish cleaning is included in the overall price of the charter

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
3 years old and up
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 PayPal
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Cleveland right now

Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
WalleyeWalleye

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