Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'

Makin’ Waves Fishing Charters is located in Ashtabula and offers to show you a memorable time on the water. Your Captain is a proficient guide who will take you on Lake Erie and show you what this world-famous lake has to offer.

The captain will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 or 6-hour trips, mainly fishing for Walleye and Perch, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as trolling.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 28’ Baha cuddy cabin that can safely take up to 6 anglers. This boat comes with a toilet and kitchen. A first mate will also come aboard, feel free to ask him if you need any kind of help.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Makin’ Waves Fishing Charters.



Trip availability and prices

  • Shared trip
    5 Hour Trip – Walk On Charter
    FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 20 - Sep 30
    Price for 2 persons
    US $320
    Welcome aboard our 28" Baha for an opportunity to fish with others on beautiful Lake Erie with a small group of individuals looking for Walleye. This is not a private charter, so you may be fishing with others. This is perfect for an individual by themselves or perhaps a friend or two.
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:10 AM
    Seasonal trip May 20 - Sep 30
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $500
    If you don't like starting your trip too early, this trip gives you the option to depart at 10:50 a.m. Going from dock to dock, you'll spend 4 fun hours on the water. You and your companions are allowed to catch half the legal limit for the fish. Due to the sunrise, the departure times are subject to change.
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 20 - Sep 30
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $750
    Enjoy 6 hours fishing beautiful Lake Erie. Your guide is a proficient angler who'll make sure you have a great time on the water and return with a respectable catch. Just bring your fishing licenses and pack any snacks and drinks you want before you start the trip.
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 57 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Friendly captain
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96%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
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Robert M.
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 22, 2024
Captain Scott & his wife Sarah made our trip a very rememberable experience for our family. Captain and wife were very patient...
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Curtis Z.
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Did what it takes to get us on the water

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 17, 2024
Scott and the his friends did us the biggest favor to get us on the water before the storms came in.  He is a professional,...
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Joshua M.
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Rough start but ended Great!!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on August 13, 2024
Had a small issue arise in the early morning but crew was willing (as was I) to remedy the situation. Weather was great and...
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Kevin S.
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On the fish...

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on August 14, 2024
As soon as Captain Scott got us to our spot, we got lines in and started catching fish. We were limited out in less than two...
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Judy L.
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Excellent experience!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 25, 2024
We had such a great day on the lake with Scott and Sara. The boat was perfect and we caught our limit of walleye in record...
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FAQs about Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'

Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $160 per person - 5 Hour Trip – Walk On Charter (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $150 per person after 5 guests - Full Day Trip (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder

Trips booked with Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • First Mate

Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28' offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing

Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28' include:
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Dale Grimm
Ashtabula, Ohio, United States
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Guide Scott invites you to Ashtabula, Ohio to spend a day on gorgeous Lake Erie. Join in and have a great time on the water!

The fish you can target

Perch (Yellow) Yellow Perch
Walleye Walleye

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
1997
Boat manufacturer
Baha
Boat type
Cuddy cabin

Engine model
Mercruiser
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 60 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 60 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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