Unreel Lake Erie Fishing Charters

Hop aboard Unreel Lake Erie Fishing Charters and take part in some of the finest freshwater fishing Ohio has to offer! With Captain David Gormley at the helm, both beginners and pros are bound to have a great time on the water.

Your vessel for the day is a 27’ Robalo center console, powered by twin 250 HP Yamaha outboards. She can comfortably accommodate up to 6 of your friends and family members. Equipped with high-end navigational and marine electronics, you’ll be on the fish in no time.

What’s more, there’s a live well to keep your bait enticing, as well as an ice box to keep any keeper catch fresh. Thanks to the on board toilet, you won’t have to worry about comfort either.

On Capt. David’s trips, you’ll primarily focus on fishing for Walleye. You’ll head into Lake Erie’s offshore waters and troll for your limits with top-of-the-line fishing gear provided by your captain.

He’ll also bring along bait and ice to complete the experience. Fish cleaning is also available for an additional fee, feel free to discuss it with the captain. All you need to worry about is bringing a valid Ohio fishing license and any drinks and snacks you’d like to enjoy.

​Unreel Lake Erie Fishing Charters is serious about finding and catching fish – hop aboard and make the most of this epic freshwater fishery!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $495
    This 4-hour dock-to-dock trip is dedicated exclusively to hooking Walleye. Your captain provides all fishing equipment and bait you need to troll with inline boards and dipsy and jet divers. All you're required to bring is a valid Ohio fishing license. Feel free to bring whatever food or drinks you would like, just leave the hard liquor at home.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $495
    This 4-hour dock-to-dock trip is dedicated exclusively to hooking Walleye. Your captain provides all fishing equipment and bait you need to troll with inline boards and dipsy and jet divers. All you're required to bring is a valid Ohio fishing license. Feel free to bring whatever food or drinks you would like, just leave the hard liquor at home. Leave the dock at 2:00 p.m. or agreed upon time.

FAQs about Unreel Lake Erie Fishing Charters

Unreel Lake Erie Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $495 per group, additional US $165 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $495 per group, additional US $165 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Unreel Lake Erie Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Flushable toilet on board
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Unreel Lake Erie Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • First Mate

Unreel Lake Erie Fishing Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing

Unreel Lake Erie Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Unreel Lake Erie Fishing Charters include:
  • Walleye

Meet the Captain

David Gormley
Lorain, Ohio, United States
ID & license verified
13 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2020
Captain David Gormley is a 49-year native of Lorain County. He lives in Avon with his wife of 25 years and three children. Capt. David grew up fishing Lake Erie with his dad and brothers since he was 10 years old. He's passionate about catching fish and having a great experience! Whether you're a beginner or a pro, you're bound to go home with a cooler full of Walleye!

About this listing

Targeted species

Walleye Walleye

Boat specs

Robalo (Center console) originally built in 2019. Powered by 2 250HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 52 knots.

Length
27 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Flushable toilet on board
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No Smoking
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
PayPal
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
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Erix I.
Moraine, OH
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Half Day with Captain Dave

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 17, 2023
What an amazing half day we had out on Lake Erie! Dave knew exactly where to take us and had an awesome setup for catching...
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Kelly D.
Dover, OH
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Fishing with David

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 21, 2023
Captain Dave and 1st mate Luke were the best. He uses top-notch equipment and put us on some big fish a great time!
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Kathlene N.
North Ridgeville, OH
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Awesome half day trip with Captain Dave!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 17, 2022
Decided last minute to book a half day walleye charter with Captain Dave for my two teenage boys and one of their friends. ...
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Stacey R.
Rocky River, Ohio
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Family Fun on Lake Erie!!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 5, 2021
First time fishing out on Lake Erie and we had a blast! We all caught walleye and had fun reeling in and releasing giant sheep...
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Daniel T.
New York, New York
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Great, fun, and exciting

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 17, 2021
The Captain and First Mate were excellent. They committed to a day of challenge and made a great day of fishing. High winds,...
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