Gator4charters 

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

Gator4charters 

Lorain, OH, United States
28 ft
6
5.0
(53 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 availability and prices

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Half Day Trip
In high demand Last booked: 4 days ago
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
53 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (69)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
92%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (53)

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Mike Pittak
Mike Pittak
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great Time!
Full Day Trip on August 16, 20265 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! 🎣

Reported catch:
Walleye
Brian Henry
Response from Captain

thank you for the kind words hope to see you again 🎣

Robert Murray
Robert Murray
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Amazing trip!
Full Day Trip on August 8, 20261 adult3 children

Today’s trip was my three sons and myself. We had an amazing time! We almost hit our state limit on walleye. It felt like we were fishing with friends the whole time. We have done charters in Florida, the Carolinas, and Ohio. This one beats them all!

Reported catch:
Walleye
Brian Henry
Response from Captain

thank you for the kind words ,will see ya again 🎣

Caleb Turner
Caleb Turner
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Dnt kno why we stopped
Half Day Trip on June 13, 20262 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

Brian Henry
Response from Captain

thank you Caleb for the kind words ,looking forward to seeing you again 🎣

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, 20263 adults1 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!

Reported catch:
Walleye
Brian Henry
Response from Captain

thank you, Richard. Me and Captain Denny really appreciate you.

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, 20265 adults

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

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
53 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
53
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

  • Dnt kno why we stopped
    Winston W.
    Winston W.
  • The Best Captain
    Richard S.
    Richard S.
  • Gator4charters takes Lake Erie by storm....
    Dennis G.
    Dennis G.
  • Relaxation
    Dennis G.
    Dennis G.
  • Unforgettable First-Time Fishing Charter – A Day We’ll Never Forget!
    Bryce W.
    Bryce W.
  • Amazing trip
    Mark K.
    Mark K.
  • Fishing with Brian
    John R.
    John R.
  • Fishing with Brian
    Tanya S.
    Tanya S.
  • Amazing Captain
    Sabrina C.
    Sabrina C.
  • This was a top flight fishing adventure
    Mark E.
    Mark E.

What is the boat like?

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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.

More details

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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