Greatest Catch Fishing Charters

Make the most of your time in the Finger Lakes and go fishing with the Greatest Catch Fishing Charters. Having logged many hours on these lakes, Captain Captain Corey is prepared to put you on fish. As a career Flight Paramedic as well as volunteering with Owasco fire department for the last 17 years, Captain Corey takes safety at the forefront. Our vessel is equipped with the most up to date safety equipment to ensure your day on the water remains as safe as possible.

Fishing around here will often see you targeting Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Largemouth Bass, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout & Lake Trout.

Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself utilizing spinning rods, trolling with downriggers and planner boards or maybe something more specialized if you are pursuing a specific species.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Child-sized life vests are available(Coast Guard off shore type 1 which are not comfortable to wear all day), otherwise you should bring your own.

You’ll be dropping lines from a 2024 - 23’ Starcraft Fishmaster with a capacity for 5 passengers. It comes with the most up-to-date electronics including Garmin Livescope. All this technology will ensure you have a productive day on the water.

Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is included ( based on the type of fishing
Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain. Fishing licenses are required for anyone over the age of 16. You can obtain a License online or any local sporting license retailer ( Walmart , Bass Pro, Town Offices )

It’s recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid glass bottles.

Get in touch with Capt. Captain Corey below and start planning your trip today!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $425
    4 hour trip
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $625
    Most popular choice , 6 hours allows us time for multiple types of fishing (trolling , casting etc.) pick up time may vary due to afternoon to sunset fishing can be quite good .
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $800
    If you are a hardcore angler this trip is the one for you ! Pick up time may be a afternoon pick up - the afternoon till sunset bite can be very good

Customer reviews

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Kyle L.
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Great Fishing on Owasco Lake!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 9, 2024
My girlfriend and I just got done fishing with Corey and we couldn’t have asked for a better charter. Our first impression...
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Carly S.
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Great family experience!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 21, 2024
Corey is an expert fisherman! He was so great with our 9 year old son. He made sure we caught fish and had a great time, and...
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Brian K.
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Great time!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on May 3, 2024
Was a great time. Very knowledgeable of fish and the lake. Cant wait to book and go out again.
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FAQs about Greatest Catch Fishing Charters

Greatest Catch Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $425 per group - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $625 per group - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Greatest Catch Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS 3 - 10” garmin charplotters
  • Fishfinder Gamrin livescope , sideview , clearview
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor Garmin Terrova

Trips booked with Greatest Catch Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Up to 5 fish per client )

Greatest Catch Fishing Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Owasco , Skaneateles , Otisco - finger lakes )

Greatest Catch Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling (Down riggers , planer boards )
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Ice Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Greatest Catch Fishing Charters include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Muskellunge (Musky)
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Your captain

Captain Corey Soules
Auburn, New York, United States
ID & license verified
3 Customer reviews
Response time 3 hours
Member since November 2023
Captain Corey Soules grew up on the north end of Owasco Lake spending a majority of his childhood on the lake fishing. Local knowledge, Local experience! Allow Greatest Catch charters to show you your Greatest Catch!!

The fish you can target

Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass
Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Brown Trout Brown Trout
Lake Trout Lake Trout

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Starcraft
Boat type
Aluminum fishing

Engine model
Yamaha 250 HP outboard , yamaha 9.9 HP kicker
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Lake Fishing
Owasco , Skaneateles , Otisco - finger lakes

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Down riggers , planer boards
Spinning
Jigging
Ice Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
3 - 10” garmin charplotters
Fishfinder
Gamrin livescope , sideview , clearview
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Garmin Terrova

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Up to 5 fish per client

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 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
Catch and Release Allowed
Will keep legal and in season fish

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
PayPal
Checks