Hooked on Niagara – Lake Ontario 

5.0/5 (1 review)
 61 Lighthouse Road, St. Catharines, ON L2N 7P4, Canada

Hooked on Niagara – Lake Ontario 

St. Catharines, ON, Canada
20 ft
3
5.0/5 (1 review)

Hooked on Niagara is a professional fishing charter, that runs trips year round. You can join Captain Lyle any time of year, it just depends where you want to go. From mid-March till October, you can find him in St. Catharines and take a trip to Lake Ontario. He's also available at the Niagara River and Lake Erie. Pick your destination and get the fish you've always wanted.

In the fall of 2018, Lyle earned the King of the Lake Fall title by winning one of the biggest tournaments on Lake Ontario for Salmon and brings a dedication to putting his guests on fish to every trip.

You'll be fishing on a 20' Lund boat that accommodates up to 3 guests. This aluminum boat can reach the speed of 21 knots, being powered by a 200 HP Yamaha engine. She features navigational electronics, a live bait tank, and Scotty downriggers. No matter what trip you take, you'll have a safe and comfortable ride.

Any time of year, Lyle promises a memorable fishing experience for guests on Lake Ontario. The Lake supports diversity in fishing opportunities including three species of Salmon - Chinook and Coho, and Atlantic and three species of Trout - Lake, Rainbow, and Brown. Trolling is the best approach for any of these species, so once you start doing it, anything can bite your bait.

Capt. Lyle will cover your rods, reels, lures, and bait. Since you get to keep the catch, he'll clean it free of charge. In that case, it's great to bring a cooler for the fillets or take the fish straight to a restaurant.

Get your fishing license before the trip and prepare some drinks and snacks. You're ready to go!

Come get Hooked on Niagara!

Hooked on Niagara is a professional fishing charter, that runs trips year round. You can join Captain Lyle any time of year, it just depends where you want to go. From mid-March till October, you can find him in St. Catharines and take a trip to Lake Ontario. He's also available at the Niagara River and Lake Erie. Pick your destination and get the fish you've always wanted.

In the fall of 2018, Lyle earned the King of the Lake Fall title by winning one of the biggest tournaments on Lake Ontario for Salmon and brings a dedication to putting his guests on fish to every trip.

You'll be fishing on a 20' Lund boat that accommodates up to 3 guests. This aluminum boat can reach the speed of 21 knots, being powered by a 200 HP Yamaha engine. She features navigational electronics, a live bait tank, and Scotty downriggers. No matter what trip you take, you'll have a safe and comfortable ride.

Any time of year, Lyle promises a memorable fishing experience for guests on Lake Ontario. The Lake supports diversity in fishing opportunities including three species of Salmon - Chinook and Coho, and Atlantic and three species of Trout - Lake, Rainbow, and Brown. Trolling is the best approach for any of these species, so once you start doing it, anything can bite your bait.

Capt. Lyle will cover your rods, reels, lures, and bait. Since you get to keep the catch, he'll clean it free of charge. In that case, it's great to bring a cooler for the fillets or take the fish straight to a restaurant.

Get your fishing license before the trip and prepare some drinks and snacks. You're ready to go!

Come get Hooked on Niagara!

Lyle Gayder
Captain
Lyle Gayder
7 years of experience
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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4 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 15 - Oct 1
Walleye
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Bass (Smallmouth)
+4
US $452
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 15 - Oct 1
Walleye
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Bass (Smallmouth)
+4
US $454
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 15 - Oct 1
Walleye
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Bass (Smallmouth)
+4
US $565
Entire boat: 2 people
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Natasha Bood
Natasha Bood
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Ontario, Canada
Member since 2024
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Fantastic morning of fishing!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 1, 20242 adults

My 14yo son and I enjoyed a four hour morning with Lyle, fishing on the Niagara River. I am a complete amateur, but my son LOVES to fish. We had such a fun morning and we really appreciated learning so much from Lyle who is so knowledgeable about the local area, the river, and fishing in general. My son is asking to go again as soon as possible!!

FAQs about Hooked on Niagara – Lake Ontario

Hooked on Niagara – Lake Ontario offers the following trips to customers:
  • CA $637 per group, additional CA $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • CA $640 per group, additional CA $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • CA $795 per group, additional CA $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Hooked on Niagara – Lake Ontario, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor 112lb Minn Kota Terrova
Trips booked with Hooked on Niagara – Lake Ontario include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Cutbait)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Hooked on Niagara – Lake Ontario offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (Lake Ontario)
Hooked on Niagara – Lake Ontario offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Hooked on Niagara – Lake Ontario include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Atlantic)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Lyle Gayder
Lyle Gayder
Lyle Gayder

St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

16 Customer reviews
Member since February 2020

Lyle Gayder is one of the area's elite professional fishing guides. His knowledge and experience as a full-time fishing guide and outdoors writer set him apart from the rest and is why he is highly regarded as a top guide in the area. Treat yourself to an exceptional fishing experience in Niagara, Ontario with Hooked on Niagara - Guide Service.

16 Customer reviews
Member since February 2020

Lyle Gayder is one of the area's elite professional fishing guides. His knowledge and experience as a full-time fishing guide and outdoors writer set him apart from the rest and is why he is highly regarded as a top guide in the area. Treat yourself to an exceptional fishing experience in Niagara, Ontario with Hooked on Niagara - Guide Service.

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Atlantic Salmon
Atlantic Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Atlantic Salmon
Atlantic Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2004
Boat manufacturer
Lund
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
21 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Lake Ontario

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
112lb Minn Kota Terrova

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Cutbait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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 alcohol
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release encouraged when possible

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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in St. Catharines right now

Brown TroutBrown Trout
Lake TroutLake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)

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