Whiskey Runner Charters – 33' 

5.0/5 (10 reviews)
 31 Hibiscus Harbor Lane, Cayuga, NY 13160, United States

Whiskey Runner Charters – 33' 

Cayuga, NY, United States
20 ft
2
5.0/5 (10 reviews)

Captain Dan, owner of Whiskey Runner Charters has over 35 years of experience. He will provide you with an exciting and successful fishing trip!

We offer the best in sport fishing on Cayuga Lake.  At Whiskey Runner, we just love to fish and taking people out to experience New York State's incredible fisheries is our passion! Come fish with us!!

Whiskey Runner Charters' Cayuga boat is a Trojan 10 Meter (33ft) International with a 14 foot beam. You'll have plenty of room to fight your fish and relax comfortably while on board. It is equipped with Furuno Fish Finder, Scotty Downriggers, and a huge selection of rods, reels, and tackle. We use light tackle for the fun of the fight.

Whiskey Runner is docked at Hibiscus Harbor Marina in Union Springs, which is located midway between Rochester and Syracuse, just west of Auburn and North of Ithaca, NY.

Cayuga Lake's target fish are Atlantic Salmon, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Brown Trout.

We offer daytime trips ranging from 4 to 10 hours, you decide how long you would like to go for. We also offer weekday evening trips for those who desire to come out during the week maybe after work or just to get away for a few hours of fishing. Scheduling this trip is flexible depending on availability and sunset time. Captain Dan will also fillet and bag your catch at the end of your trip!

You should bring a valid New York State fishing license, which can be purchased online, a cooler for your catch, camera, sunglasses/hat and sunscreen. Children must be 8 or older. CHILDREN UNDER 12 MUST BRING A COAST GUARD APPROVED LIFE JACKET

Motion sickness medication should be taken before the trip if needed. Please bring rain gear. We will still fish in the rain. Boat Shoes or Sneakers are preferred. Use caution with flip flops, they can be dangerous. Bring your snacks and drinks (please no glass bottles), and absolutely no Illegal drugs .

Captain Dan, owner of Whiskey Runner Charters has over 35 years of experience. He will provide you with an exciting and successful fishing trip!

We offer the best in sport fishing on Cayuga Lake.  At Whiskey Runner, we just love to fish and taking people out to experience New York State's incredible fisheries is our passion! Come fish with us!!

Whiskey Runner Charters' Cayuga boat is a Trojan 10 Meter (33ft) International with a 14 foot beam. You'll have plenty of room to fight your fish and relax comfortably while on board. It is equipped with Furuno Fish Finder, Scotty Downriggers, and a huge selection of rods, reels, and tackle. We use light tackle for the fun of the fight.

Whiskey Runner is docked at Hibiscus Harbor Marina in Union Springs, which is located midway between Rochester and Syracuse, just west of Auburn and North of Ithaca, NY.

Cayuga Lake's target fish are Atlantic Salmon, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Brown Trout.

We offer daytime trips ranging from 4 to 10 hours, you decide how long you would like to go for. We also offer weekday evening trips for those who desire to come out during the week maybe after work or just to get away for a few hours of fishing. Scheduling this trip is flexible depending on availability and sunset time. Captain Dan will also fillet and bag your catch at the end of your trip!

You should bring a valid New York State fishing license, which can be purchased online, a cooler for your catch, camera, sunglasses/hat and sunscreen. Children must be 8 or older. CHILDREN UNDER 12 MUST BRING A COAST GUARD APPROVED LIFE JACKET

Motion sickness medication should be taken before the trip if needed. Please bring rain gear. We will still fish in the rain. Boat Shoes or Sneakers are preferred. Use caution with flip flops, they can be dangerous. Bring your snacks and drinks (please no glass bottles), and absolutely no Illegal drugs .

Daniel Jackson
Captain
Daniel Jackson
12 years of experience

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Weekday Evening
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 16 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Atlantic)
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 16 - Sep 30 (Sat, Sun)
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Atlantic)
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 16 - Sep 30 (Sat, Sun)
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Atlantic)
US $850
Entire boat: up to 4 people
10 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 16 - Sep 30 (Sat, Sun)
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Atlantic)
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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5.0
10 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Isabelle Barnard
Isabelle Barnard
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New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
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Fun trip!
4 Hour Trip – Weekday Evening on June 19, 20263 adults1 child

We booked a 4-hour trip with Dan & Cat. We brought our kids, and they were enthusiastic and great at teaching them the basics. Our second son is a child with Autism. I usually must inform people of it. However, the team did not show any frustration over his repeated behaviors and words, instead they were kind and warm. I didn’t have to say anything! The boat was spotlessly clean, safe, and fully equipped with top-tier gear. We were catching fish almost immediately, and the crew went above and beyond to help us reel them in, bait lines, and keep the energy high. They even cleaned and filleted our catch at the end of the day. It was a fun and stress-free day on the water and we will be back!

Daniel Jackson
Response from Captain

Thank you for this very kind review! it was wonderful having you guys 😊

Philip Staub
Philip Staub
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New York, US
Member since 2025
5.0
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Dan and Kat are great!!!
4 Hour Trip – Weekday Evening on August 8, 20254 adults1 child

It was my family’s first time on a charter and so glad we chose Whiskey Runner Charters!! Dan and Kat were so much fun and they helped us have the best experience possible! We caught 15 fish between lake trout and rainbow trout! We highly recommend looking no farther when you are booking a charter! We will definitely be back again!!!

Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Suraj Panjwani
Suraj Panjwani
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New York, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great trip with Captain Dan and Kat
4 Hour Trip – Weekday Evening on August 6, 20253 adults2 children

Awesome trip with Dan and first mate Kat. We got to experience a relaxing and scenic boat ride to the middle of Lake Cayuga where we caught 10 trout (and kept 8 because we had too much fish to take home!). Dan helped cut and filet after the fact on the way back to shore. Super fun time and warm crew with a solid boat.

Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Daniel Jackson
Response from Captain

Thank you!! Was great fishing with your family! We had a great time too!

Justin Tekely
Justin Tekely
us
Lancaster, PA, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great experience
4 Hour Trip – Weekday Evening on August 7, 20252 adults2 children

Captain Dan was a great. Very knowledgeable and he was great with the two boys we had. I highly recommend.

Jesse Reap
Jesse Reap
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great time
4 Hour Trip – Weekday Evening on September 12, 20256 adults

Friendly, professional, mice bost. We caught a lot nice rainbow and brown trout.

Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Daniel Jackson
Response from Captain

Thanks, Jesse!

FAQs about Whiskey Runner Charters – 33'

Whiskey Runner Charters – 33' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Weekday Evening (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Whiskey Runner Charters – 33', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Whiskey Runner Charters – 33' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (bring cooler to transport your catch home)
Whiskey Runner Charters – 33' offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
Whiskey Runner Charters – 33' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Whiskey Runner Charters – 33' include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Atlantic)

Your captain

Daniel Jackson
Daniel Jackson
Daniel Jackson

Cayuga, New York, United States

11 Customer reviews
Typical response within 4 hours
Member since April 2016

I have been fishing the Finger Lakes region since I was a kid. During that time I have learned how to fish several ways for all different kinds of species in the Finger Lakes and across the country. Fishing is one of my passions and I strive to give my clients the best fishing experience possible. On the 33ft Trojan we will be trolling for trout and samon. This can be one of the best ways to target trout and samon on Cayuga lake as we can cover different depths in the water column and stay on the move to find the fish. Come fish with us and experience Cayuga Lakes incredible fishery!

Our Team
Cat G.

Cat G.

First mate

11 Customer reviews
Typical response within 4 hours
Member since April 2016

I have been fishing the Finger Lakes region since I was a kid. During that time I have learned how to fish several ways for all different kinds of species in the Finger Lakes and across the country. Fishing is one of my passions and I strive to give my clients the best fishing experience possible. On the 33ft Trojan we will be trolling for trout and samon. This can be one of the best ways to target trout and samon on Cayuga lake as we can cover different depths in the water column and stay on the move to find the fish. Come fish with us and experience Cayuga Lakes incredible fishery!

Our Team
Cat G.

Cat G.

First mate

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Atlantic Salmon
Atlantic Salmon
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Atlantic Salmon
Atlantic Salmon

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
1988
Boat manufacturer
Sea Nymph
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice box
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
bring cooler to transport your catch home

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.

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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
8 and up
You keep catch

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

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