Erie Escape 

5.0
(22 reviews)
 108 Alabama Avenue, Lorain, OH 44052, United States–

Erie Escape 

Lorain, OH, United States
–
26 ft
6
5.0
(22 reviews)

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There's a fish with your name on it in Lorain and Erie Escape will help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these waters, Captain Matt knows them forwards and back.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Walleye, and who knows what else! On these trips, it's common to troll using light or heavy tackle. Sometimes, when the bite is really hot, Captain Matt will bust out the light tackle and cast for trophy walleye.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to keep up those energy levels!

Your boat for the day is a 26' Century walkaround with room for 6 passengers. It has outriggers and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, along with lures. Live bait is available,

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.

You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Don't forget to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Erie Escape.

There's a fish with your name on it in Lorain and Erie Escape will help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these waters, Captain Matt knows them forwards and back.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Walleye, and who knows what else! On these trips, it's common to troll using light or heavy tackle. Sometimes, when the bite is really hot, Captain Matt will bust out the light tackle and cast for trophy walleye.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to keep up those energy levels!

Your boat for the day is a 26' Century walkaround with room for 6 passengers. It has outriggers and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, along with lures. Live bait is available,

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.

You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Don't forget to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Erie Escape.

Matt Barlow
Captain
Matt Barlow
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Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Walleye
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

5.0
22 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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All reviews (22)

Showing 1 – 5 of 22 reviews
Derrick Hughes
Derrick Hughes
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Excellent Charter Experience
Full Day Trip on May 16, 2026 • 2 adults

We went for my wifes birthday! Captain Matt was a consummate professional. We caught our limit within a couple hours! He knew exactly where to go to find the big ones. We caught 2 trophy size 26" walleye while out! Matt was courteous, knowledgeable and safe. He even gave us recommendations on where we could go to have our fish cooked up for us fresh! Incredible experience. I looked for a long time trying to find the perfect charter for her birthday and I feel as though I found the best one on lake Erie. Thanks Again Matt!

Reported catch:
Walleye
Matt Barlow
Response from Captain

thank you for the kind words Derrick! for never walleye fishing before, you two knocked it out of the ballpark!!! look forward to fishing with you guys again! i hope your hook and cook turned out okay. until next time. Thank you for trusting me on your special day!

Dave I
Dave I
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Best In the Business
Full day on July 11, 2026 • 4 adults

For over thirty years I have been on chartering boats in the the Great Lakes to all the surrounding oceans of this beautiful contry and NEVER had an experience like I did with Captain Matt. There are no words other than to say he is exceptional and truly believes in customer satisfaction. He will be a life long annual trip with me, my sons, and hopefully my grandchildren (when they are old enough). Captain Matt will everyone catch quality fish on the lake. First in class!

Matt Barlow
Response from Captain

thank you for the kind words Dave. The same can be said for your family! breath of fresh air when I get groups such as yours!!! it truely is the reason I love my job!

Josh Clear
Josh Clear
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
best out there
Full day on March 30, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

Matt was an amazng captain, our trip was exactly what we was expecting. he's very hands on for different experience levels and explains everything he's doing so you can learn. His boat and equipment was all nice and up to date. he took us out and put us right on the fish we limited out with a 5 man crew. it was suck an amazing time lots of memories and laughs. I highly recommend matt with lake Erie escape, my family was happy and excited just like your family will so don't wait and hit the water with matt you won't regret it.

Reported catch:
Walleye
Matt Barlow
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for the kind words Josh! yall make my job easy when your whole group was so detail oriented! I had a great time with your family and look forward to getting you out there on your next adventure!!

Ryan Stair
Ryan Stair
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Experience
Full Day Trip on June 8, 2026 • 2 adults

Great experience all around. Captain Matt was very knowledgeable, patient, and friendly. He kept us on the fish the whole time. This was my 13 year old daughters first time on a charter and she felt very comfortable on the boat and had a great time. Thanks again Matt and we’ll definitely be booking with you again.

Reported catch:
Walleye
Matthew Watkoski
Matthew Watkoski
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
3 trips
5.0
Verified
GREAT EXPERIENCE!
Full day on June 29, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

Captain Matt definitely knows what he's doing! We had two kids with us, and he was fantastic with them, keeping everyone engaged and making sure we had a great time. He kept us on fish all day—we caught our limit and even landed a few really nice ones. Highly recommend fishing with Captain Matt!

Reported catch:
Walleye
Matt Barlow
Response from Captain

thank you for the kind words Matt! really enjoyed meeting your family. nothing better than making memories and filling coolers!!

FAQs about Erie Escape

Erie Escape offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $850 per group - Full Day Trip (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Erie Escape, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed bathroom with flushing capabilities. Always kept clean and stocked with amenities.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Erie Escape include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is included in the cost.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (I charge $3 a fish to clean and package.)
  • First mate (I run a very unique style of charter. Everyone has a job and it's more hands on. I do not have a first mate, rather I make the experience for the customer more hands on.)
Erie Escape offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
  • Offshore fishing (In the late summer months, I may end up 12 miles offshore looking for big fish. Most times I only need to be 4-5 miles offshore.)
Erie Escape offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Erie Escape include:
  • Walleye

Your captain

Matt Barlow
Matt Barlow
Lorain, Ohio, United States
22 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2025
Operating a 26' Century Walkaround, Capt. Matt ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Lorain, Ohio. Keep your eyes peeled for Walleye as you try your hand at trolling, drifting, jigging, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Matt Barlow
Matt Barlow
22
reviews
2025
member since
~1h
response
Operating a 26' Century Walkaround, Capt. Matt ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Lorain, Ohio. Keep your eyes peeled for Walleye as you try your hand at trolling, drifting, jigging, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Walleye
Walleye
Walleye
Walleye

Real catches by this captain

  • A young angler and his family proudly displaying a caught fish while enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Black Drum
    Danielle M.
    Danielle M.
  • Adult angler holding a freshly caught fish aboard a boat offshore, with a second angler visible in the background.
    Dave I.
    Dave I.
    For over thirty years I have been on chartering boats in the the Great Lakes to all the surrounding oceans of this beautiful contry and NEVER had an experience like I did with Captain Matt. There are no words other than to say he is exceptional and truly believes in customer satisfaction. He will be a life long annual trip with me, my sons, and hopefully my grandchildren (when they are old enough). Captain Matt will everyone catch quality fish on the lake. First in class!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing with a guide on a calm lake.
    Matthew W.
    Matthew W.
    Captain Matt definitely knows what he's doing! We had two kids with us, and he was fantastic with them, keeping everyone engaged and making sure we had a great time. He kept us on fish all day—we caught our limit and even landed a few really nice ones. Highly recommend fishing with Captain Matt!
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a catch of Walleye arranged on a board at the marina, showcasing their successful fishing trip.
    David W.
    David W.
    Walleye fishing was GREAT Wilsons 18. Limited Out in 3 hours. 10lbs of fillets. My wife caught her first walleye....A day to remember. Captain Matt very knowledgeable with a great personality...we will definitely schedule another trip....
  • A variety of freshly caught Walleye laid out on a dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Derrick H.
    Derrick H.
    We went for my wifes birthday! Captain Matt was a consummate professional. We caught our limit within a couple hours! He knew exactly where to go to find the big ones. We caught 2 trophy size 26" walleye while out! Matt was courteous, knowledgeable and safe. He even gave us recommendations on where we could go to have our fish cooked up for us fresh! Incredible experience. I looked for a long time trying to find the perfect charter for her birthday and I feel as though I found the best one on lake Erie. Thanks Again Matt!
  • A young angler and an adult proudly displaying a Walleye caught during a fishing trip, with rods in the background on a cloudy day.
    Chris M.
    Chris M.
    captain was really friendly let us help him so we got to learn how to fish and knew all the right spots we were out late but seems like we made it back before everyone else. great captain for anyone
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Walleye on a board at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Abby W.
    Abby W.
    My friend and I went out and instantly caught our fill of walleye. Matt was super nice and helpful and an absolute pro. I would absolutely fish with him again!
  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of Walleye at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Josh C.
    Josh C.
    Matt was an amazng captain, our trip was exactly what we was expecting. he's very hands on for different experience levels and explains everything he's doing so you can learn. His boat and equipment was all nice and up to date. he took us out and put us right on the fish we limited out with a 5 man crew. it was suck an amazing time lots of memories and laughs. I highly recommend matt with lake Erie escape, my family was happy and excited just like your family will so don't wait and hit the water with matt you won't regret it.
  • Young angler and adult proudly hold walleye over a table displaying a large multi-fish catch outdoors.
    Galen K.
    Galen K.
    Matt did an incredible job hosting my son and me for a memorable morning on the lake. Matt knew what he was doing and got us on fish even on relatively challenging morning. We limited out and my son loved his first experience on lake Erie

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Century
Boat type
Walkaround
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed bathroom with flushing capabilities. Always kept clean and stocked with amenities.
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Outriggers
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is included in the cost.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
I charge $3 a fish to clean and package.
First mate
I run a very unique style of charter. Everyone has a job and it's more hands on. I do not have a first mate, rather I make the experience for the customer more hands on.

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
A very safe space for children. New life jackets in all sizes and I love teaching children about the great outdoors and our amazing fishery!
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
 Checks

What’s biting in Lorain right now

WalleyeWalleye

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