Chagrin Valley Charters – Fairport Harbor

Spend the day with Chagrin Valley Charters and find out what the fishing in Grand River is all about! Having logged many hours on these waters, Captain Nick knows them forwards and back.

Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Walleye, Yellow Perch, Smallmouth Bass, and more are in the cards if conditions are right. For these species, you’re likely to troll using light tackle or cast.

You’re welcome to bring home some of the fish you catch within the legal limit and fish cleaning is located nearby for an additional cost.  We are docked by 2 great waterside restaurants while your fish are being cleaned.

You’ll be dropping lines from a 30’ Tiara fishing that can carry up to 6 passengers. Why fish on a smaller narrow beam boat on Lake Erie, when you can safely enjoy a well-equipped large-scale boat for you fishing pleasure and comfort.  It comes with all the essentials. Powered by twin 383 strokers, this boat is second to none!  There’s a private toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures.

You’ll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish and make the most of your trip. Mates often work for tips and it’s customary to offer them a 10%–20% gratuity.  Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome and child-sized life vests are available. It’s never a bad idea to bring sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water.

Chagrin Valley Charters – Fairport Harbor will make it easy for you to go fishing in Grand River. So, how about booking that trip?



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 MAX)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Dec 4
    $550
    Leave dock at 3:30pm and return 1 hr prior to sunset
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip (AM) – Trolling (4 MAX)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Dec 4
    $700
    6am to 2:30 pm
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip (AM) – Jig/Cast (6 MAX)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Dec 4
    $725
    6 am to 2:30 pm
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip (AM) – Trolling (5 MAX)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Dec 4
    $800
    6 am to 2:30 pm
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip (AM) – Trolling (6 MAX)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Dec 4
    $900
    Depart 6 am from the dock, may include mate who works for tips only, return by 2:30 pm or limit.
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About the Captain

Nick Korenowski
Grand River, Ohio, United States
ID & License verified
Member since January 2023
I've been fishing and guiding on Lake Erie for over 2 decades. Officially started Chagrin Valley Charters after my recent retirement to share the beauty of Lake Erie and its great fishing opportunities with my customers. Purchased the fishing vessel Carol Ann in 2010 and invested in the latest equipment and upgrades for each crew's safety and comfort. Fishing Lake Erie is my passion along with developing a hands-on experience for my customers. I am fully insured, documented with USCG as Master Captain, and 1st Aid/CPR certified every 2 years.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Perch (Yellow) Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye Walleye

Boat specs

Tiara (Offshore sport fishing) originally built in 1993, and restored in 2019. Powered by 2 350HP Mercruiser engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 29 knots.

Length
30 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Lake Erie
Inshore Fishing
Night Trips less than 20 FOW
Nearshore Fishing
Daytrips 20 - 45 FOW
Offshore Fishing
Daytrips > 60 FOW

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Early season jigging and casting
Trolling
planner boards and dipseys
Spinning
Early season in Western Basin
Jigging
Early season in Western Basin on reefs

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Simrad and Raymarine redundency
Fishfinder
Simrad, Raymarine, Airmar
Live Bait Well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
AC/DC

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Executive charter add on
Snacks
Executive charter add on
Drinks
Executive charter add on
First Mate
when requested, 20% customary tip
Lunch
Executive charter add on

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

Payment

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

FAQs about Chagrin Valley Charters – Fairport Harbor

Chagrin Valley Charters – Fairport Harbor offers the following trips to customers:
  • $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 MAX) (4 hours)
  • $700 per group - 8 Hour Trip (AM) – Trolling (4 MAX) (8 hours)
  • $725 per group - 8 Hour Trip (AM) – Jig/Cast (6 MAX) (8 hours)
  • $800 per group - 8 Hour Trip (AM) – Trolling (5 MAX) (8 hours)
  • $900 per group - 8 Hour Trip (AM) – Trolling (6 MAX) (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Chagrin Valley Charters – Fairport Harbor, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS Simrad and Raymarine redundency
  • Fishfinder Simrad, Raymarine, Airmar
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator AC/DC
  • Multimedia System Wetsounds (1400 watts)
  • Wireless Trolling Motor Bluetooth enabled
  • Ice Box Fish well below deck
  • Radar Raymarine Digital

Trips booked with Chagrin Valley Charters – Fairport Harbor include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Executive charter add on)
  • Snacks (Executive charter add on)
  • Drinks (Executive charter add on)
  • First Mate (when requested, 20% customary tip)
  • Lunch (Executive charter add on)

Chagrin Valley Charters – Fairport Harbor offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Lake Erie)
  • Inshore Fishing (Night Trips less than 20 FOW)
  • Nearshore Fishing (Daytrips 20 - 45 FOW)
  • Offshore Fishing (Daytrips > 60 FOW)

Chagrin Valley Charters – Fairport Harbor offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (Early season jigging and casting)
  • Trolling (planner boards and dipseys)
  • Spinning (Early season in Western Basin)
  • Jigging (Early season in Western Basin on reefs)

Top targeted fish species with Chagrin Valley Charters – Fairport Harbor include:
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Walleye