Fathead Fishing Co. 

4.8/5 (3 reviews)
 1135 Fuhrmann Boulevard, Buffalo, NY 14203, United States

Fathead Fishing Co. 

Buffalo, NY, United States
21 ft
3
4.8/5 (3 reviews)

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Fathead Fishing invites you to experience the stunning waters that the Great Lakes have to offer!

Around here the fishing is popular for Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Freshwater Drum, Largemouth Bass and more!

We provide all the tackle using multiple techniques to target Great Lakes Smallmouth, we offer casting and spinning gear!

Fisherman of all ages and skill sets are more then welcome, whether you're just getting into fishing, or your after that trophy Great Lakes Smallmouth you've been searching for!

We do offer trips out of a 21' Skeeter ZX225 so plenty of room for you and a buddy! We can fit a total of 3 guests aboard! Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures.(we use Shimano and Daiwa)

Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

Don't forget to bring bottled water, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottle.

The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Fathead Fishing!

Fathead Fishing invites you to experience the stunning waters that the Great Lakes have to offer!

Around here the fishing is popular for Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Freshwater Drum, Largemouth Bass and more!

We provide all the tackle using multiple techniques to target Great Lakes Smallmouth, we offer casting and spinning gear!

Fisherman of all ages and skill sets are more then welcome, whether you're just getting into fishing, or your after that trophy Great Lakes Smallmouth you've been searching for!

We do offer trips out of a 21' Skeeter ZX225 so plenty of room for you and a buddy! We can fit a total of 3 guests aboard! Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures.(we use Shimano and Daiwa)

Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

Don't forget to bring bottled water, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottle.

The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Fathead Fishing!

Tyler Hillman
Captain
Tyler Hillman
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Trip availability and prices

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July 2026
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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
Bass (Largemouth)
Walleye
Perch (Yellow)
Bass (Smallmouth)
+1
US $375
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.8
3 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

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Christian Charles
Christian Charles
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
5.0
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Definitely Recommend Flathead
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 7, 20262 adults

Our trip was a gift for my son who is an avid fisherman. He usually fishes local creeks and a few times a year from a dock on Keuka Lake. Tyler made sure to put us in places where we could catch small mouth bass. While we were out, he taught us more than we could imagine. He answered all my son’s questions and gave him a ton of tips. Not only did we talk fishing, but also cars, family (Tyler has two little ones at home), work, life experiences, etc. We also swapped stories. Tyler is a good guy. He’s friendly, entertaining, and wants his clients to have a good time. We’ll be sure to book another trip with him next year. Check him out! You won’t ve disappointed!

Reported catch:
Smallmouth Bass
Brendan Marro
Brendan Marro
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
September fishing trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 6, 20251 adult

Had a great day on the water with Captain Tyler from Fathead Fishing Co. He’s a great guy with a ton of knowledge and experience on the Niagara River, and it really showed throughout the trip. Tyler took all the work out of fishing and made the whole experience completely stress-free, so we could just focus on having fun and catching fish. Even though the bite was tough, he worked hard to put us on fish, and we still managed to land some quality smallmouth bass. This is hands down one of the best smallmouth fishing spots in the U.S., and having someone like Tyler guiding the trip made it an awesome experience. Highly recommend booking with Fathead Fishing Co if you're looking to fish the Niagara.

Reported catch:
Smallmouth Bass
Mark Synoracki
Mark Synoracki
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2022
7 trips
4.3
Verified
November fishing trip
Special 5 hour trip for Mark Synoracki on November 8, 20252 adults

Reported catch:
Smallmouth Bass

FAQs about Fathead Fishing Co.

Fathead Fishing Co. offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $375 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Fathead Fishing Co., you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
Trips booked with Fathead Fishing Co. include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
Fathead Fishing Co. offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Upper and Lower Niagara River )
  • Lake fishing (Lake Ontario Lake Erie)
Fathead Fishing Co. offers the following fishing technique:
  • Light tackle
Top targeted fish species with Fathead Fishing Co. include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Freshwater Drum
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Tyler Hillman
Tyler Hillman
Tyler Hillman

Buffalo, New York, United States

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3 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2025

Captain Tyler Hillman, of Fathead Fishing Co. Started his fishing career at the young age of 2 years old running around the banks of Lake Ontario and its tributaries, fast forward many years later he is an established member of the western New York fishing community, winning multiple local tournaments, and continuing to grow and learn as an angler, now he wants to share his expansive knowledge with you, whether you want to go chase your personal best smallmouth on Lake Erie or if you want to learn the ropes, Tyler will work his hardest to make your trip fit your needs!

ID & license verified
3 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2025

Captain Tyler Hillman, of Fathead Fishing Co. Started his fishing career at the young age of 2 years old running around the banks of Lake Ontario and its tributaries, fast forward many years later he is an established member of the western New York fishing community, winning multiple local tournaments, and continuing to grow and learn as an angler, now he wants to share his expansive knowledge with you, whether you want to go chase your personal best smallmouth on Lake Erie or if you want to learn the ropes, Tyler will work his hardest to make your trip fit your needs!

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Freshwater Drum
Freshwater Drum
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Walleye
Walleye
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Freshwater Drum
Freshwater Drum
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Walleye
Walleye

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2007
Boat manufacturer
Skeeter
Boat type
Bass boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Upper and Lower Niagara River
Lake Fishing
Lake Ontario Lake Erie

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures

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
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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

What’s biting in Buffalo right now

Bass (Smallmouth)Bass (Smallmouth)
WalleyeWalleye

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