Gator4charters 

5.0
(54 reviews)
 485 California Avenue dock E18, Lorain, OH 44052, United States–

Gator4charters 

Lorain, OH, United States
–
28 ft
6
5.0
(54 reviews)

Here at Gator4charters, they strive to give every guest the best learning and engaging fishing experience. Your guide, Captain Brian, runs a family friendly charter,  which means he welcomes all ages to enjoy the hobby of fishing. He wants everybody on board to be part of the action. Don't be afraid to grab that fishing rod and contribute to a bountifully hull!

A group of up to 6 guests can join on the captain's 28' Baha boat. This cruiser boat is equipped with the latest navigational and safety equipment, and she's powered by a 350 HP Mercruiser engine. She also has an enclosed cabin, a private toilet, and lots of seating space. Even if it starts raining, you'll enjoy a safe, dry, and comfortable ride.

During your trip, you'll mostly be trolling for Walleye, which is the most effective way to fill your bucket. You can spend a small part of the trip drifting or anchored jigging for Perch and Walleye. If you want a more hard-core experience, come after July, later in the season, when the fish move to deeper spots.

Capt. Brian will cover your fishing equipment, but you'll need to purchase your fishing license and bring snacks and drinks. If you want him to clean your catch after the trip, he'll gladly do it for a small fee ($2 per fish).

Do not worry about your experience level when it comes to fishing and boating, because all levels are welcome. Gator4charters and Captain Brian aim to have a fun time out on the lake for every guest!

Here at Gator4charters, they strive to give every guest the best learning and engaging fishing experience. Your guide, Captain Brian, runs a family friendly charter,  which means he welcomes all ages to enjoy the hobby of fishing. He wants everybody on board to be part of the action. Don't be afraid to grab that fishing rod and contribute to a bountifully hull!

A group of up to 6 guests can join on the captain's 28' Baha boat. This cruiser boat is equipped with the latest navigational and safety equipment, and she's powered by a 350 HP Mercruiser engine. She also has an enclosed cabin, a private toilet, and lots of seating space. Even if it starts raining, you'll enjoy a safe, dry, and comfortable ride.

During your trip, you'll mostly be trolling for Walleye, which is the most effective way to fill your bucket. You can spend a small part of the trip drifting or anchored jigging for Perch and Walleye. If you want a more hard-core experience, come after July, later in the season, when the fish move to deeper spots.

Capt. Brian will cover your fishing equipment, but you'll need to purchase your fishing license and bring snacks and drinks. If you want him to clean your catch after the trip, he'll gladly do it for a small fee ($2 per fish).

Do not worry about your experience level when it comes to fishing and boating, because all levels are welcome. Gator4charters and Captain Brian aim to have a fun time out on the lake for every guest!

Brian Henry
Captain
Brian Henry
10 years of experience
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
Walleye
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Nov 1
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (70)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
93%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

Reviews (54)

  • Mike Pittak
    Mike Pittak
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Time!

    Full Day Trip on August 16, 2026 • 5 adults

    First time out on a charter, and we couldn’t have asked for a better birthday trip for our 14-year-old! 🎣 We brought along his two buddies, and despite having to cut the trip short with a storm rolling in, it was an awesome day from start to finish. Captain Brian and Denny were fantastic. They took their time teaching us how to troll for walleye and made the whole experience fun and easy. Both were great guys and a pleasure to spend the day with. Captain Denny even cleaned the fish for us, and we wrapped up the day with family and friends and a good old-fashioned fish fry. 🐟🔥 Already looking forward to the next trip—hopefully sooner rather than later! Thanks again, guys! 🎣

  • Matthew Valentine
    Matthew Valentine
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Brian

    Half Day Trip on October 10, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children

    Brian was great and very well at communicating on every step to take and what to do. Brian was great with his communication and knew where to go to catch fish. there were 3 of us and we capped out on walleye catching 18. Not just that we also caught a 28.5 inch walleye, fish Ohio. All around one of the best experiences i have had thank you Brian!

  • Winston Wolf
    Winston Wolf
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Dnt kno why we stopped

    Half Day Trip on June 13, 2026 • 2 adults

    We hadn't been up there in awhile but we had a great time. Caught plenty of fish & Captain Paul was great. Gone be getting back up there every yr again. Thanks to the crew

  • Richard Schadle
    Richard Schadle
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    The Best Captain

    Half Day Trip on May 31, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    My family and I had another great experience filled with smiles and memories. I highly recommend for all families of all ages. Thanks again!

  • Barbara Bush
    Barbara Bush
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome day on the lake

    Half Day Trip - 2:00 PM on August 8, 2026 • 5 adults

    Captain Brian and First Mate Dave were great. They were very patient with our novus group!

  • Bryce Waters
    Bryce Waters
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Unforgettable First-Time Fishing Charter – A Day We’ll Never Forget!

    Half Day Trip on July 14, 2025 • 2 adults

    I took my son out on our very first fishing charter, and I can say without hesitation—it was an absolute blast! From the moment we left the dock until we pulled back into the slip, the weather was perfect, the action was non-stop, and the memories we made will last a lifetime. Captain Danny was the heart of the trip. This man isn’t just a captain—he’s the kind of person you’d want in your inner circle. Knowledgeable, patient, funny, and genuinely passionate about what he does. He coached us through every step, celebrated each catch with us, and made sure we were learning while having the time of our lives. We were running nine poles and at times had three fish on the line at once! Walleye, white bass, and even a steelhead that put on a show—leaping out of the water multiple times before making one last dramatic escape just as we were about to net it. It was the fish that got away, but what a story it made. Even without the photo, it’s etched in our memory. We more than doubled our quota (though we released the non-keepers), and the adrenaline rush was real. It wasn’t just about catching fish—it was about the bonding, the learning, and the pure joy of being out on the water with someone who clearly loves what he does. Thank you, Captain Danny. You made our first fishing charter an experience we’ll be talking about for years to come.

  • Dave Stevens
    Dave Stevens
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2020
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Full day trip 6/11/23

    Full Day Trip on June 4, 2023 • 5 adults

    Trip moved from 4th to 11th due to Lake Erie conditions. Capt Brian and 1st mate Wayne were everything and more that you could ask for! 4 out 5 in our group were 1st timers and Brian and Wayne got them involved in everything. They taught them how to get the lives ready and out on the planets for trolling, what watch and listen for in determining if there was a walleye on the line, how to maneuver the lines, how to reel the catch in, how to net the fish, and how to accomplish all this without losing the walleye. They put us in fish immediately and kept us on fish until we limited out. Whether you are experienced or a beginner Capt Brian and Wayne are 1st rate and worth your time and money! They made fishing fun and kept us laughing the whole time. Bottom line: when I asked the group if they would do this again, they all immediately said YES and they would want to go go with Captain Brian and Wayne!

  • Dennis Gerlich
    Dennis Gerlich
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Relaxation

    Half Day Trip on July 19, 2025 • 5 adults • 2 children

    Captain Walt and Joe took care of EVERYTHING! Beautiful weather, calm water, good fishing and family memories. The bonus was taking home dinner e r cleaned and ready to go! Would definitely see these guys again next time!

  • Sabrina Crews
    Sabrina Crews
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Captain

    Half Day Trip on July 13, 2024 • 3 adults

    Captain Brian Henry took us to amazing fishing spots & shared a wealth of knowledge! This trip wouldn’t have been as memorable without Captain Brian. This was a first time trip for me & my boys. He went above & beyond to make it perfect & he succeeded! We will be back & hope to have him as our Captain again!

  • Dennis Gerlich
    Dennis Gerlich
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Gator4charters takes Lake Erie by storm....

    Half Day Trip on October 4, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 child

    beautiful day....calm water...knowledgeable and courteous crew....great fishing....

FAQs about Gator4charters

Gator4charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Gator4charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
Trips booked with Gator4charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Ugly Stik rods and Okuma reels)
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • First mate (Works for tips)
Gator4charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Gator4charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Gator4charters include:
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Brian Henry
Brian Henry
Lorain, Ohio, United States
2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
54 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2020
I started back in 1976, when I bought my first boat and have been an avid fisher since. I lived right next to Lake Erie for forty years now. My main catches are Walleye, Perch, and Steelhead. The largest Walleye I have ever caught was 14lbs 32' back in 2016 and I'm ready to top my record hopefully this summer.
Brian Henry
Brian Henry
Fully verified
2
reports
54
reviews
2020
member since
~1h
response
I started back in 1976, when I bought my first boat and have been an avid fisher since. I lived right next to Lake Erie for forty years now. My main catches are Walleye, Perch, and Steelhead. The largest Walleye I have ever caught was 14lbs 32' back in 2016 and I'm ready to top my record hopefully this summer.

The fish you can target

Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Walleye
Walleye
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Walleye
Walleye

Real catches by this captain

  • Group of anglers, including a young fisherman, proudly holding multiple walleye aboard a boat near a coastal lighthouse.
    Matthew V.
    Matthew V.
    Brian was great and very well at communicating on every step to take and what to do. Brian was great with his communication and knew where to go to catch fish. there were 3 of us and we capped out on walleye catching 18. Not just that we also caught a 28.5 inch walleye, fish Ohio. All around one of the best experiences i have had thank you Brian!
  • Teen angler proudly holds a long fish aboard a fishing charter boat, with an adult captain and open water in the background.
    Mike P.
    Mike P.
    First time out on a charter, and we couldn’t have asked for a better birthday trip for our 14-year-old! 🎣 We brought along his two buddies, and despite having to cut the trip short with a storm rolling in, it was an awesome day from start to finish. Captain Brian and Denny were fantastic. They took their time teaching us how to troll for walleye and made the whole experience fun and easy. Both were great guys and a pleasure to spend the day with. Captain Denny even cleaned the fish for us, and we wrapped up the day with family and friends and a good old-fashioned fish fry. 🐟🔥 Already looking forward to the next trip—hopefully sooner rather than later! Thanks again, guys! 🎣
  • A group of friends enjoying a day on the water, posing on the boat with a scenic lighthouse in the background.
    Barbara B.
    Barbara B.
    Captain Brian and First Mate Dave were great. They were very patient with our novus group!
  • A couple enjoying a sunny day on their boat, with a lighthouse in the background, showcasing a perfect fishing environment.
    Leonard M.
    Leonard M.
  • A cooler filled with freshly caught Walleye, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Winston W.
    Winston W.
    We hadn't been up there in awhile but we had a great time. Caught plenty of fish & Captain Paul was great. Gone be getting back up there every yr again. Thanks to the crew
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing a fun family fishing experience.
    Richard S.
    Richard S.
    My family and I had another great experience filled with smiles and memories. I highly recommend for all families of all ages. Thanks again!
  • A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of various fish on a dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Dennis G.
    Dennis G.
    beautiful day....calm water...knowledgeable and courteous crew....great fishing....
  • An angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a charter boat, showcasing a successful catch in open waters.
    Dennis G.
    Dennis G.
    Captain Walt and Joe took care of EVERYTHING! Beautiful weather, calm water, good fishing and family memories. The bonus was taking home dinner e r cleaned and ready to go! Would definitely see these guys again next time!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Bryce W.
    Bryce W.
    I took my son out on our very first fishing charter, and I can say without hesitation—it was an absolute blast! From the moment we left the dock until we pulled back into the slip, the weather was perfect, the action was non-stop, and the memories we made will last a lifetime. Captain Danny was the heart of the trip. This man isn’t just a captain—he’s the kind of person you’d want in your inner circle. Knowledgeable, patient, funny, and genuinely passionate about what he does. He coached us through every step, celebrated each catch with us, and made sure we were learning while having the time of our lives. We were running nine poles and at times had three fish on the line at once! Walleye, white bass, and even a steelhead that put on a show—leaping out of the water multiple times before making one last dramatic escape just as we were about to net it. It was the fish that got away, but what a story it made. Even without the photo, it’s etched in our memory. We more than doubled our quota (though we released the non-keepers), and the adrenaline rush was real. It wasn’t just about catching fish—it was about the bonding, the learning, and the pure joy of being out on the water with someone who clearly loves what he does. Thank you, Captain Danny. You made our first fishing charter an experience we’ll be talking about for years to come.
  • A display of freshly caught Walleye arranged on a board at the dock, with fishing boats visible in the background.
    Mark K.
    Mark K.
    This was by far the best fishing charter I’ve ever been on. Highly recommend this crew and boat

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
1998
Boat manufacturer
Baha
Boat type
Cruiser
Engine model
454 Mercruiser
Powered by
1 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Ugly Stik rods and Okuma reels
Live bait
Lures
First mate
Works for tips

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.
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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
At least 2 years old; life vests provided
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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 Lorain right now

Perch (Yellow)Perch (Yellow)
WalleyeWalleye

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