Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28' 

4.9/5 (62 reviews)
 529 Front St, Ashtabula, OH 44004, United States
4.9/5 (62 reviews)
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529 Front St
Ashtabula, OH, United States

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.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 62 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (81)

5am trip back to the dock at 9:00 limited out!!
July fishing trip
Great experience
+78

Angler rating

57
3
1
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

93%

Appropriate for children

94%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

98%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 62 reviews
Showing: 5 of 62 reviews
Chris G.
Chris G.
5.0/5

Jul 2, 2025

Full Day Trip

5am trip back to the dock at 9:00 limited out!!

VERIFIED

Highly recommend this charter capt Scott was professional yet one of the gang. Great trip 10/10

Highly recommend this charter capt Scott was professional yet one of the gang. Great trip 10/10  

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 Chris G. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'
 Chris G. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'

Caleb A.
Caleb A.
5.0/5

Jun 24, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

Great experience

VERIFIED

Our captain had us on the fish within minutes of getting set up. Scott was very nice, knowledgeable.

Our captain had us on the fish within minutes of getting set up. Scott was very nice, knowledgeable.  

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 Caleb A. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'
 Caleb A. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'

Robert C.
Robert C.
5.0/5

Jul 24, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

July fishing trip

VERIFIED

Great fishing trip Great captian Lots of fun

Great fishing trip Great captian Lots of fun  

 Robert C. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'
 Robert C. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'

Sally T.
Sally T.
5.0/5

Jul 1, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

July fishing trip

VERIFIED

 

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 Sally T. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'
 Sally T. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'

Belinda W.
Belinda W.
4.7/5

Jun 20, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

Fishing with Dale

VERIFIED

Great fishing experience my son had a great time. Will be coming up again.

Great fishing experience my son had a great time. Will be coming up again.  

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 Belinda W. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'
 Belinda W. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
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August 2025
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Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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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
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US $320 
Shared tour: for 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:10 AM
Seasonal trip May 20 - Sep 30
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 20 - Sep 30
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 62 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (81)

5am trip back to the dock at 9:00 limited out!!
July fishing trip
Great experience
+78

Angler rating

57
3
1
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

93%

Appropriate for children

94%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

98%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 62 reviews
Showing: 5 of 62 reviews
Chris G.
Chris G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

5am trip back to the dock at 9:00 limited out!!

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on July 2, 2025

Highly recommend this charter capt Scott was professional yet one of the gang. Great trip 10/10

Highly recommend this charter capt Scott was professional yet one of the gang. Great trip 10/10  

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 Chris G. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'

Caleb A.
Caleb A.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great experience

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on June 24, 2025

Our captain had us on the fish within minutes of getting set up. Scott was very nice, knowledgeable.

Our captain had us on the fish within minutes of getting set up. Scott was very nice, knowledgeable.  

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 Caleb A. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'

Robert C.
Robert C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on July 24, 2025

Great fishing trip Great captian Lots of fun

Great fishing trip Great captian Lots of fun  

 Robert C. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'

Sally T.
Sally T.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on July 1, 2025

 

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 Sally T. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'

Belinda W.
Belinda W.
4.7/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

4.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Dale

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on June 20, 2025

Great fishing experience my son had a great time. Will be coming up again.

Great fishing experience my son had a great time. Will be coming up again.  

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 Belinda W. recommends Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'

FAQs about Makin' Waves Fishing Charters – 28'

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What is the boat 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
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