Crooked Creek Charters 

5.0/5 (135 reviews)
 Mariana Drive, Conneaut, OH 44030, United States

Crooked Creek Charters 

5.0/5 (135)
 Angler's Choice
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Mariana Drive
Conneaut, OH, United States

When you're in the mood for some excellent fishing on Lake Erie, turn to Crooked Creek Charters! Captain Ted Race will be your guide to the strong bite, and he's been fishing these waters for over a decade, so he knows exactly where to go to put you on the fish.

Come fish aboard a 29' Striper walkaround rigged with twin new 300 HP Suzuki engines, that are not only very quiet, but also eco-friendly. The vessel is spacious and can sit up to 6 anglers, and you can cast your line from every part of the boat. There's both hot and cold running water on the boat, along with a private toilet, and an air-conditioned cabin.

Capt. Ted has two big coolers to keep your catch fresh, as well as a sizeable live bait well. You will use Okuma fishing rods and reels, and live bait will be provided before the trip. You just need to pack your fishing license (buy it online or in the nearby tackle shop), drinks, snacks, and lunch.

On Lake Erie, choosing the right speed and depth to troll is everything, and your guide has the experience and precision to help you catch your limit. Walleye fishing is superb here, but Yellow Perch and Smallmouth Bass are equally abundant and fun to catch. You will be using light tackle exclusively and that will make every fishing fight more exhilarating.

After your trip, the guide and the first mate will clean the catch for your convenience. The first mate will also assist with everything while you're fishing. For his efforts, 20% tip is customary and appreciated.

If you like to fish with your kids, Capt. Ted loves having little ones on his boat, and he's got suitable life jackets for them too. Crooked Creek Charters takes special care of the anglers' safety, and goes the extra mile to organize your next great fishing adventure. If it swims, they can catch it!

When you're in the mood for some excellent fishing on Lake Erie, turn to Crooked Creek Charters! Captain Ted Race will be your guide to the strong bite, and he's been fishing these waters for over a decade, so he knows exactly where to go to put you on the fish.

Come fish aboard a 29' Striper walkaround rigged with twin new 300 HP Suzuki engines, that are not only very quiet, but also eco-friendly. The vessel is spacious and can sit up to 6 anglers, and you can cast your line from every part of the boat. There's both hot and cold running water on the boat, along with a private toilet, and an air-conditioned cabin.

Capt. Ted has two big coolers to keep your catch fresh, as well as a sizeable live bait well. You will use Okuma fishing rods and reels, and live bait will be provided before the trip. You just need to pack your fishing license (buy it online or in the nearby tackle shop), drinks, snacks, and lunch.

On Lake Erie, choosing the right speed and depth to troll is everything, and your guide has the experience and precision to help you catch your limit. Walleye fishing is superb here, but Yellow Perch and Smallmouth Bass are equally abundant and fun to catch. You will be using light tackle exclusively and that will make every fishing fight more exhilarating.

After your trip, the guide and the first mate will clean the catch for your convenience. The first mate will also assist with everything while you're fishing. For his efforts, 20% tip is customary and appreciated.

If you like to fish with your kids, Capt. Ted loves having little ones on his boat, and he's got suitable life jackets for them too. Crooked Creek Charters takes special care of the anglers' safety, and goes the extra mile to organize your next great fishing adventure. If it swims, they can catch it!

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (250)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

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Trevor Bromley
Trevor Bromley
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Hooked for Life – Unmatched Experience with Crooked Creek Charters!
Evening Trip – Walleye on July 14, 20256 adults
Captain Ted of Crooked Creek Charters gave us an unforgettable experience! My kids and I had an absolute blast out on the water and caught a ton of fish. What truly set this trip apart was Captain Ted’s knowledge and approach — he didn’t just bait hooks and reel in lines for us. He actually took the time to teach and explain everything in a way that was easy to understand and fun to learn. You walk away not only with a cooler full of fish, but with skills and confidence to go again. His boat is top-notch — clean, comfortable, and fully equipped — and it’s clear he leaves no stone unturned to make the trip as smooth and successful as possible. To top it all off, he took the time at the end of the charter to capture a stunning sunset photo of our group. It was the perfect ending to an already incredible day. If you’re looking for a fishing trip that’s both exciting and educational, look no further. Captain Ted is the real deal. We’ll definitely be back!
Response from Captain
July 18, 2025
That’s one incredible review! Your children are a reflection of some awesome parents and a solid family structure. I hope to see you all again everyone made my job easy. Captain Ted Race
Nancy Franson
Nancy Franson
Repeat angler
us
Connecticut, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
An Absolutely Delightful Day of Fishing!
Half day walleye trip on June 20, 20252 adults
Captain Ted was the absolute perfect host! The boat was very clean and well-equipped. He was patient with the grandkids (ages 9 and 12), showed them lots of fun details about the equipment and the fish, and we all caught our limit! Ted clearly knows what he’s doing. Didn’t hurt that the weather was perfect also! Highly recommend!
Reported catch:
Walleye
Response from Captain
June 20, 2025
Nancy, Thank you for the great review I had a great morning with your family. Granny camp 2025! Captain Ted Race
Randie Ronczka
Randie Ronczka
Repeat angler
us
Nevada, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Fun family trip
Half day walleye trip on July 2, 20254 adults1 child
We had a great time on the lake, caught our limit and Captian Ted taught the grandkids fun facts about Walleye. Captian Ted was very friendly, engaging and put us on the bite in no time. I would definitely recommend him for your fishing adventure . We will definitely be back again, thanks Captian Ted!!
Response from Captain
July 3, 2025
Randie, I had a great day with you guys I hope we can get out again. Thank you for your service and your family’s service to your community. Captain Ted Race
Megan Ammons
Megan Ammons
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2024
0
5.0
Verified
Walleye Trip
Evening Trip – Walleye on June 7, 20255 adults1 child
Captain Ted and his wife were very knowledgeable and helpful. They ensured my whole family felt included. We had the best experience on our first fishing charter, and caught so many fish. They addressed us all by name and were very friendly. We would highly recommend them specifically!
Reported catch:
Walleye
Response from Captain
June 8, 2025
Megan, Thank you for the amazing review you all made our job easy. We certainly enjoyed our time with you and the family. Captain Ted Race
Stefan Giannone
Stefan Giannone
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Great fishing
Half day walleye trip on August 22, 20255 adults
The half day charter was all we needed. 30 walleye caught and Ted even cleaned the fish on the way back to the dock. The boat was very clean and had everything we needed. He has a system and it very efficient. Would recommend this charter for any age.
Reported catch:
Walleye
Response from Captain
August 23, 2025
Stefan, Thank you for the great review, i had an awesome day with you guys i hope to see you again. Captain Ted Race

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Half day walleye trip
4 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
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US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Evening Trip – Walleye
5 hour trip starts at 4:30 PM
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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7 hour trip starts at 5:45 AM
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US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (250)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (135)

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Showing 15 of 135 reviews
Trevor Bromley
Trevor Bromley
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Hooked for Life – Unmatched Experience with Crooked Creek Charters!
Evening Trip – Walleye on July 14, 20256 adults
Captain Ted of Crooked Creek Charters gave us an unforgettable experience! My kids and I had an absolute blast out on the water and caught a ton of fish. What truly set this trip apart was Captain Ted’s knowledge and approach — he didn’t just bait hooks and reel in lines for us. He actually took the time to teach and explain everything in a way that was easy to understand and fun to learn. You walk away not only with a cooler full of fish, but with skills and confidence to go again. His boat is top-notch — clean, comfortable, and fully equipped — and it’s clear he leaves no stone unturned to make the trip as smooth and successful as possible. To top it all off, he took the time at the end of the charter to capture a stunning sunset photo of our group. It was the perfect ending to an already incredible day. If you’re looking for a fishing trip that’s both exciting and educational, look no further. Captain Ted is the real deal. We’ll definitely be back!
Response from Captain
July 18, 2025
That’s one incredible review! Your children are a reflection of some awesome parents and a solid family structure. I hope to see you all again everyone made my job easy. Captain Ted Race
Nancy Franson
Nancy Franson
Repeat angler
us
Connecticut, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
An Absolutely Delightful Day of Fishing!
Half day walleye trip on June 20, 20252 adults
Captain Ted was the absolute perfect host! The boat was very clean and well-equipped. He was patient with the grandkids (ages 9 and 12), showed them lots of fun details about the equipment and the fish, and we all caught our limit! Ted clearly knows what he’s doing. Didn’t hurt that the weather was perfect also! Highly recommend!
Reported catch:
Walleye
Response from Captain
June 20, 2025
Nancy, Thank you for the great review I had a great morning with your family. Granny camp 2025! Captain Ted Race
Randie Ronczka
Randie Ronczka
Repeat angler
us
Nevada, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Fun family trip
Half day walleye trip on July 2, 20254 adults1 child
We had a great time on the lake, caught our limit and Captian Ted taught the grandkids fun facts about Walleye. Captian Ted was very friendly, engaging and put us on the bite in no time. I would definitely recommend him for your fishing adventure . We will definitely be back again, thanks Captian Ted!!
Response from Captain
July 3, 2025
Randie, I had a great day with you guys I hope we can get out again. Thank you for your service and your family’s service to your community. Captain Ted Race
Megan Ammons
Megan Ammons
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2024
0
5.0
Verified
Walleye Trip
Evening Trip – Walleye on June 7, 20255 adults1 child
Captain Ted and his wife were very knowledgeable and helpful. They ensured my whole family felt included. We had the best experience on our first fishing charter, and caught so many fish. They addressed us all by name and were very friendly. We would highly recommend them specifically!
Reported catch:
Walleye
Response from Captain
June 8, 2025
Megan, Thank you for the amazing review you all made our job easy. We certainly enjoyed our time with you and the family. Captain Ted Race
Stefan Giannone
Stefan Giannone
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Great fishing
Half day walleye trip on August 22, 20255 adults
The half day charter was all we needed. 30 walleye caught and Ted even cleaned the fish on the way back to the dock. The boat was very clean and had everything we needed. He has a system and it very efficient. Would recommend this charter for any age.
Reported catch:
Walleye
Response from Captain
August 23, 2025
Stefan, Thank you for the great review, i had an awesome day with you guys i hope to see you again. Captain Ted Race

FAQs about Crooked Creek Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
29 ft
Year built
2004
Boat manufacturer
Striper 2901
Boat type
Walkaround
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
48 knots
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