On The Swing – Walleye/Steelhead 

5.0
(94 reviews)
 Whiskey Island Drive, Cleveland, OH 44102, United States–

On The Swing – Walleye/Steelhead 

Cleveland, OH, United States
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23 ft
4
5.0
(94 reviews)

On The Swing, LLC is a multi-species guide service based in northern Ohio. Looking to catch some fish in northern Ohio? Then On The Swing has a trip with your name on it! Captain Joe is prepared to put you on fish.

Capt. Joe has been a professional fishing guide for over a decade, with experience from Ohio to Alaska and back. Your Captain is not just another guy with a captain's license, Joe is a die-hard fisherman/guide who enjoys showing customers a great time on the water. A professional atmosphere, along with expert knowledge, ability to teach, and safety are standard.

Lake Erie is a fantastic fishery, home to Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Freshwater Drum, and Steelhead, which are stocked. There are many other species in Lake Erie also. You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, trolling, drifting, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Joseph also offers fly fishing.

You'll be fishing from a Ranger 622 Pro Deep-V fishing boat that is outfitted for all aspects of fishing. The boat comfortably fishes 4 people. It has Livescope, leading electronics and all the essentials. Rods, reels, tackle, and any bait are covered by the charter. You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

It's always wise to bring rain gear, sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid glass bottles.

Fishing takes place across the south border of lake Erie. Boat launch locations go from oak harbor, Ohio to Ashtabula, Ohio. Depending on the time of year and best fishing available. Boat is trailered.

If you have any specific requests or want to know if something can be accommodated, please ask Capt. Joe.

On The Swing, LLC is a multi-species guide service based in northern Ohio. Looking to catch some fish in northern Ohio? Then On The Swing has a trip with your name on it! Captain Joe is prepared to put you on fish.

Capt. Joe has been a professional fishing guide for over a decade, with experience from Ohio to Alaska and back. Your Captain is not just another guy with a captain's license, Joe is a die-hard fisherman/guide who enjoys showing customers a great time on the water. A professional atmosphere, along with expert knowledge, ability to teach, and safety are standard.

Lake Erie is a fantastic fishery, home to Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Freshwater Drum, and Steelhead, which are stocked. There are many other species in Lake Erie also. You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, trolling, drifting, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Joseph also offers fly fishing.

You'll be fishing from a Ranger 622 Pro Deep-V fishing boat that is outfitted for all aspects of fishing. The boat comfortably fishes 4 people. It has Livescope, leading electronics and all the essentials. Rods, reels, tackle, and any bait are covered by the charter. You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

It's always wise to bring rain gear, sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid glass bottles.

Fishing takes place across the south border of lake Erie. Boat launch locations go from oak harbor, Ohio to Ashtabula, Ohio. Depending on the time of year and best fishing available. Boat is trailered.

If you have any specific requests or want to know if something can be accommodated, please ask Capt. Joe.

Joseph Beno
Captain
Joseph Beno
14 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
4 Hour Trip – Night Trolling Trips
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Oct 15 - Dec 8
Walleye
US $320
Entire boat: 2 people
7 Hour Trip – Livescope Charter
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 31
Walleye
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Trolling Walleye
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 3:00 PM)
Walleye
US $380
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – Nearshore Steelhead
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Apr 30
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – Walleye
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Walleye
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
8 Hour Trip – Steelhead
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Apr 15
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people

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Rating

5.0
94 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (109)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
93%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

Reviews (94)

  • Chaz Caldwell
    Chaz Caldwell
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great Fishing Experience and an Awesome Captain!

    8 Hour Trip – Walleye on November 11, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had an awesome time on our fishing charter! The walleye bite was slower than expected, but our captain went above and beyond, even spending extra time on the water trying to help us reach our limit. It was my finaces bday and sll she reallt wanted was perch anyway. You could tell he genuinely cared about making sure we had a great experience and enjoyed being on the water himself. Even though we didn’t limit out on walleye, we still had a successful day catching multiple species, including some really nice-sized perch, and even got into some steelhead action! The boat was extremely nice, comfortable, and loaded with electronics and top-notch fishing equipment. The captain was knowledgeable, hardworking, and determined to put us on fish. At the end of the day, fishing isn’t always about hitting your limit. It’s about the experience, and we definitely had a great one! We appreciated the extra effort and would absolutely recommend this charter to anyone looking for a great day on Lake Erie. We’d definitely book again!

  • Brad Cromes
    Brad Cromes
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time and great catch!

    4 Hour Trip – Trolling Walleye on July 26, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    We did a delayed Fathers Day trip for walleye with Capt. Joe, and we had an awesome time! He had us on the fish quickly and kept us moving...and he was a wealth of knowledge about Lake Erie and walleye fishing in general. Definitely something we'll remember for a long time!

  • Jeanette Pausch
    Jeanette Pausch
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Gorgeous day on the lake

    Afternoon trolling trip - Walleye on May 31, 2026 • 4 adults

    We had the best time. Capt Joe was super knowledgeable and helped us with everything. Boat was clean and the ride was smooth. 100% will be going out with him again!

  • Bridget Barrette
    Bridget Barrette
    Repeat angler
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2021
    6 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Another great walleye trip with Capt Joe

    4 Hour Trip – Trolling Walleye on July 3, 2026 • 4 adults

    This was our 2nd fishing trip with Joe; he put us on the fish! His boat is immaculate & he is very knowledgeable of the area.

  • Fred Painter
    Fred Painter
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    GREAT HALF DAY TRIP

    Afternoon trolling trip - Walleye on August 1, 2026 • 2 adults

    Afternoon trip out…..Joseph worked very hard and put us on the walleye and we got our limit of fish.

  • Dave Kierzkowski
    Dave Kierzkowski
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Experience!!!

    4 Hour Trip – Trolling Walleye on July 7, 2026 • 2 adults
  • Kevin Pasman
    Kevin Pasman
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Beyond Our Expectations!

    4 Hour Trip – Trolling Walleye on July 25, 2024 • 2 adults

    I recently had the pleasure of experiencing Captain Joseph Beno’s ‘On The Swing’ Charter Service on Lake Erie, and it was nothing short of fantastic. Our morning on the lake was incredibly successful, as we captured a limit of above-average walleye, making for an unforgettable fishing adventure. Captain Joseph Beno is a consummate professional who clearly knows his craft. From the moment we set out, it was evident that his knowledge and expertise were going to ensure a great day on the water. His equipment is top-notch, reflecting his commitment to providing the best experience possible for his guests. The boat was comfortable and well-maintained, and Captain Joseph navigated the early morning waves with ease. As for our limit, Captain Joseph threw back at least another limit of legal fish, insisting we could do better. Overall, the combination of excellent service, quality equipment, and the thrill of reeling in impressive catches made for a perfect fishing excursion. I highly recommend Captain Joseph Beno’s charter service for anyone looking to have a memorable day fishing on Lake Erie.

  • Marcia Berezin
    Marcia Berezin
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Epic fishing.

    Afternoon trolling trip - Walleye on August 4, 2025 • 3 adults

    Even though we booked a four hour trip we caught our limit in one hour and fifteen minutes. We only got a few walleye too small to keep and zero bycatch. We got a few very large walleye. The captain was very knowledgeable and helpful and put us on fish almost nonstop. The ride out was eleven miles and a little bit intense. Overall the trip was a lot of fun and very successful.

  • Michael Gaines
    Michael Gaines
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Walleye Fishing Trip

    8 Hour Trip – Walleye on June 26, 2025 • 3 adults

    Me and my family booked this trip while on vacation from out of state and had a great time. Joe was extremely knowledgeable about the lake and the fish. He had a lot of cool electronic equipment on the boat and nice fishing gear. He was patient and very good about explaining about how to do things without taking over, which was a nice experience for us.

  • Hannah Byrd
    Hannah Byrd
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time! 😄

    4 Hour Trip – Trolling Walleye on August 9, 2024 • 2 adults

    My husband and I had a great time on the boat with Joe. He’s very knowledgeable, fun and didn’t have an issue getting us onto some fish. This is my 4th time on a fishing boat, my husbands 2nd time and we would both fully recommend On The Swing! Some wind was coming in so we couldn’t fish the full 4 hours but we didn’t need to because we limited out in like 2 hours! It was a great first time out on Lake Erie and our first time ever catching walleye! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

FAQs about On The Swing – Walleye/Steelhead

On The Swing – Walleye/Steelhead offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $160 per person - 4 Hour Trip – Night Trolling Trips (4 hours)
  • US $250 per person - 7 Hour Trip – Livescope Charter (7 hours)
  • US $380 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling Walleye (4 hours)
  • US $380 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling Walleye - 3:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Nearshore Steelhead (8 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Walleye (7 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Steelhead (8 hours)
When you book a trip with On The Swing – Walleye/Steelhead, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with On The Swing – Walleye/Steelhead include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Yes)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Additional cost, please ask about fishing cleaning)
  • Fly fishing equipment
On The Swing – Walleye/Steelhead offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Lake erie, and it's tributaries )
  • Lake fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (No offshore fishing on river float trips)
On The Swing – Walleye/Steelhead offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with On The Swing – Walleye/Steelhead include:
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Joseph Beno
Joseph Beno
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
104 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2023
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Fishing has been my passion since I was a young boy. That passion led to serious fishing during high school. After high school, I began guiding professionally in Alaska and Ohio, and I've been doing what I love every day since.
Joseph Beno
Joseph Beno
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
3
reports
104
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
Fishing has been my passion since I was a young boy. That passion led to serious fishing during high school. After high school, I began guiding professionally in Alaska and Ohio, and I've been doing what I love every day since.

The fish you can target

Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye
Walleye

Real catches by this captain

  • Adult angler proudly holding a large silver salmon aboard a boat on open water.
    Fish 1
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Chaz C.
    Chaz C.
    We had an awesome time on our fishing charter! The walleye bite was slower than expected, but our captain went above and beyond, even spending extra time on the water trying to help us reach our limit. It was my finaces bday and sll she reallt wanted was perch anyway. You could tell he genuinely cared about making sure we had a great experience and enjoyed being on the water himself. Even though we didn’t limit out on walleye, we still had a successful day catching multiple species, including some really nice-sized perch, and even got into some steelhead action! The boat was extremely nice, comfortable, and loaded with electronics and top-notch fishing equipment. The captain was knowledgeable, hardworking, and determined to put us on fish. At the end of the day, fishing isn’t always about hitting your limit. It’s about the experience, and we definitely had a great one! We appreciated the extra effort and would absolutely recommend this charter to anyone looking for a great day on Lake Erie. We’d definitely book again!
  • An angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful catch in a serene water environment.
    Fish 1
    Smallmouth Bass
    Fred P.
    Fred P.
    Afternoon trip out…..Joseph worked very hard and put us on the walleye and we got our limit of fish.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing a fun family fishing experience.
    Brad C.
    Brad C.
    We did a delayed Fathers Day trip for walleye with Capt. Joe, and we had an awesome time! He had us on the fish quickly and kept us moving...and he was a wealth of knowledge about Lake Erie and walleye fishing in general. Definitely something we'll remember for a long time!
  • A couple proudly displays their catch of Walleye at a fish cleaning station, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
    Fish 1
    Yellow Perch
    Dave K.
    Dave K.
  • Angler holding a large snook aboard a fishing boat, with another adult and rod holders visible on the open-water trip.
    Bridget B.
    Bridget B.
    This was our 2nd fishing trip with Joe; he put us on the fish! His boat is immaculate & he is very knowledgeable of the area.
  • Angler displaying a large catch of fish on a Ranger boat, showcasing a successful day of fishing on the water.
    Jeanette P.
    Jeanette P.
    We had the best time. Capt Joe was super knowledgeable and helped us with everything. Boat was clean and the ride was smooth. 100% will be going out with him again!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
    Jamie C.
    Jamie C.
    I have an 11-year-old that loves to fish. He can be wild at times, but he had an absolutely awesome time. We caught more fish than we will eat in a year! Huge fish most fish were 4 to 7 pounds
  • Angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a boat in open water.
    Fish 1
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Ryan O.
    Ryan O.
    Captain Joe went above and beyond to put us on fish and have a great experience. We caught our limit and learned a lot about walleye fishing along the way. Don’t hesitate, book Captain Joe with confidence.
  • Angler holding a large Walleye aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful catch during a day on the water.
    Emily D.
    Emily D.
    We had a great trip out on Lake Erie. Caught so many walleye! Joseph was so helpful and friendly and made it a great experience for us! We will use him again, for sure!
  • An angler joyfully displaying a freshly caught Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing the excitement of a successful fishing trip.
    Marcia B.
    Marcia B.
    Even though we booked a four hour trip we caught our limit in one hour and fifteen minutes. We only got a few walleye too small to keep and zero bycatch. We got a few very large walleye. The captain was very knowledgeable and helpful and put us on fish almost nonstop. The ride out was eleven miles and a little bit intense. Overall the trip was a lot of fun and very successful.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Speed boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Ranger
Boat type
Dual console
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 400HP
Max cruising speed
60 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Yes
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Additional cost, please ask about fishing cleaning
Fly fishing equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
ages 10 and younger need a life vest at all times.
You keep catch
Legal species
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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
 Checks

What’s biting in Cleveland right now

Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
WalleyeWalleye

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