When visiting the quaint community of Lakeside Marblehead, OH, be sure to take some photos of the local lighthouse, and of course, use the opportunity to do some fishing on Lake Erie. Chelsea Charters will gladly provide you with fishing trips so you can spend a fun day on the water. Their captains are highly experienced and they’ll do their best to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with you.

A single fishing trip can take groups of 6 guests or less. You’ll be gliding on lake waters on board a 30’ Island Hopper offshore sportfishing model from 1986, which was refurbished in 2013. During your fishing adventure, you can listen to some tunes on the onboard multimedia system. The boat can reach a top speed of 28 knots with its single QSB engine.

Chelsea Charters specializes in fishing on Lake Erie. Although you could fish all year round, your biggest chances of getting your catch are during the summer months and early fall. You can go after Yellow Perch, and delicious Walleye and Smallmouth Bass. When it comes to fishing techniques you can practice light tackle, trolling, spinning, and jigging.

Anglers should acquire their Ohio fishing license before they come aboard. However, you don’t have to worry about the fishing gear and lures, as they will be waiting. For your greater comfort, there’s an onboard bathroom available. If you get lucky you can keep your catch.

Have a wonderful day on the waters of Lake Erie, and while you’re at it get yourself a chance to bag some delicious fish. So contact Chelsea Charters and book yourself a trip.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    6 hour small group trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Aug 31
    US $600
    This trip is designed for smaller groups that dont have 6 people and just want to get out fishing
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
    Bass (White)
    White Bass
    Freshwater Drum
    Freshwater Drum
  • Private trip
    April walleye jigging special
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Apr 30
    US $650
    April walleye jig fishing only. April walleye fishing is phenomenal as the walleye are close to the beach spawning. We use hair jigs and blade baits to catch our walleye in April.
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
  • Private trip
    7 hour am trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 15
    US $720
    This is an 7-hour trip, from 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or limit. We'll be covering the Erie Walleye area, and you have ample time to concentrate on the fish of your choice. After catching your limit, you are more than welcome to catch and release.
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
  • Private trip
    7 hour pm trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Aug 31
    US $720
    Let yourself explore the area before you do some fishing. That's why this 7-hour trip starts later during the day. We'll be covering the Erie Walley region, and depending on your catch we'll either cruise or be anchored.
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
  • Private trip
    Extended Full Day – Walleye/Perch
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 8 - Oct 31
    US $900
    This is a 10-hour trip that's best during fall when both Walleye and Perch bite very well. Usually, limits are pulled on both species on these trips making it a fun-filled day and some great table fare.
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FAQs about Chelsea Charters

Chelsea Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group, additional US $60 per person after 4 guests - 6 hour small group trip (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group - April walleye jigging special (7 hours)
  • US $720 per group - 7 hour am trip (7 hours)
  • US $720 per group - 7 hour pm trip (7 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Extended Full Day – Walleye/Perch (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Chelsea Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Spacious private head
  • GPS Garmin 4210
  • Fishfinder Garmin 4210 wide-scan sonar
  • Multimedia System
  • Ice Box Large ice box for fish

Trips booked with Chelsea Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Market price for soft craws and shiners)
  • Lures

Chelsea Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Typically our trips range from 1 mile to 20 miles depending on where the best fishing is. Sometimes we run farther if there is a better opportunity for a better bite.)
  • Reef Fishing

Chelsea Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Chelsea Charters include:
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Bass (White)
  • Catfish
  • Freshwater Drum
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Walleye

Meet the Charter Operator

Chelsea Charters
Lakeside Marblehead, Ohio, United States
2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
15 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2021
Growing up on Lake Erie all of our captains have over 80 years of local knowledge, and we want to share it with everybody. We specialize in Walleye, Perch, and Smallmouth Bass.
Our Team
Thad G.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Bass (White) White Bass
Catfish Catfish
Freshwater Drum Freshwater Drum

Boat specs

Island Hopper (Sportfishing) originally built in 1986, and restored in 2013. Powered by a 330HP QSB 330 cummins diesel engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 28 knots.

Length
30 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Typically our trips range from 1 mile to 20 miles depending on where the best fishing is. Sometimes we run farther if there is a better opportunity for a better bite.
Reef Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Spacious private head
GPS
Garmin 4210
Fishfinder
Garmin 4210 wide-scan sonar
Multimedia System
Ice Box
Large ice box for fish

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Market price for soft craws and shiners
Lures

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
We love having kids on board and teaching them the enjoyment you can get out of fishing. We prefer that kids be over the age of 6 as lake erie being a larger lake we are at the mercy of Mother nature and never want to ruin anyone's time at any age.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
PayPal
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 15 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Appropriate for children
67%
Satisfied with the boat
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Jason W.
McComb, OH
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Afternoon charter with captain Thad

VERIFIED   7 hour pm trip on August 26, 2023
Booked for a Walleye trip for 2 dads and 3 older kids, but as the walleye weren’t biting, went for perch instead. Easy as...
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Mike C.
Etna, OH
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Full day afternoon trip with Capt. Rizzo

VERIFIED   7 hour pm trip on July 15, 2023
We had rain off and on, but that didn’t affect the fishing! Capt. Rizzo took us all the way out to where the fish were...
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Daniel B.
Dalton, OH
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half day trip

VERIFIED   7 hour am trip on September 23, 2023
We had a great trip. Despite the 6-8ft waves, the captain got on some fish, and everyone took home a couple walleye and some...
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Anthony D. T.
Canton, OH
Excellent
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Full day trip with Capt. Thad

VERIFIED   7 hour am trip on July 20, 2023
Everything was excellent. Capt. Thad and crew went above and beyond to make sure that our trip was successful and enjoyable.
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Michael H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Great day

VERIFIED   7 hour pm trip on July 24, 2023
The day was great, the crew was very talented and fun. Easily caught our limit and was able to eat the fish for dinner at the...
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