Waymaker Fishing Charter 

5.0
(10 reviews)
 Port Access Road, Erie, PA 16507, United States–

Waymaker Fishing Charter 

Erie, PA, United States
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26 ft
6
5.0
(10 reviews)

There's a fish with your name on it in Lake Erie and Waymaker Fishing Charter will help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Sean Otis can tell you all about them.

The fish in these waters include Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Yellow Perch, Walleye, and more, depending on when you go. For these species, you're likely to troll using Medium tackle.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome. Please let the Captain know age and weight so we are sure to have the appropriate size of life jackets available on board. Also remember to bring snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 26' Hewescraft pilothouse that holds up to 6 paying passengers. It has downriggers, and everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Sean will provide all fishing gear you will need.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.

Before coming aboard, it will be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, Drinks and snacks.There will be bottled water aboard for anyone.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Waymaker Fishing Charter!

There's a fish with your name on it in Lake Erie and Waymaker Fishing Charter will help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Sean Otis can tell you all about them.

The fish in these waters include Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Yellow Perch, Walleye, and more, depending on when you go. For these species, you're likely to troll using Medium tackle.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome. Please let the Captain know age and weight so we are sure to have the appropriate size of life jackets available on board. Also remember to bring snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 26' Hewescraft pilothouse that holds up to 6 paying passengers. It has downriggers, and everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Sean will provide all fishing gear you will need.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.

Before coming aboard, it will be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, Drinks and snacks.There will be bottled water aboard for anyone.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Waymaker Fishing Charter!

Captain Sean Otis Cralley
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Captain Sean Otis Cralley
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Morning trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (5:30 AM, 10:30 AM)
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
Walleye
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Perch (Yellow)
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Morning
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 11:30 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
Walleye
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Evening Walleye Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 5:30 PM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Sunset cruise
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 8:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Fri, Sat)
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Person-Morning trip $750
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
Walleye
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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

Anglers' gallery (11)

Reviews (10)

  • Krista Ayers
    Krista Ayers
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Ready to book again!

    5 Hour Trip, on May 23, 2026 • 2 adults

    Sean with Waymaker was absolutely wonderful to work with! My husband and I had such an amazing experience from start to finish. He was incredibly patient with us and made sure we had a great time the entire trip. We didn’t even make it out of the parking lot before we were already looking at dates to book another trip with him! Sean knew exactly where the best fishing spots were and worked with us around the weather to make sure we had the best experience possible. He also took the time to answer our many questions—not only about fishing, but about the boat and all the fishing terms and vocabulary we weren’t familiar with. He never made us feel rushed or silly for asking questions. What really stood out was how personable he was. We didn’t just feel like customers on a charter—we genuinely enjoyed getting to know him. We spent time talking about our families, hobbies, and jobs, which made the whole trip feel relaxed and enjoyable. It felt more like spending the day fishing with a friend than simply booking a trip. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, patient captain who truly cares about making your trip memorable, Sean with Waymaker is the one to book. We can’t wait to come back and fish with him again! 🎣

  • Kristy Preston
    Kristy Preston
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    first time on a charter!!

    Evening Walleye Trip on June 13, 2026 • 2 adults

    I booked this trip as a surprise for my husband for Father’s Day. We had a great time. We caught our limit on Walleye. We couldn’t of asked for a better day! Sean and Rene (1st mate) were fantastic. Did not make it feel like they were running a business. It felt like a group of friends out on the lake. They were so willing to explain everything and how the rigs worked. The fact that we limited out surprised us. Just did not know what to expect. Definitely recommend them if you want to have a great time and feel like your fishing with friends.

  • Dawn Bethel
    Dawn Bethel
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Totally awesome trip!

    Morning on August 8, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had a wonderful time with the great crew and awesome captain. Lots of fun and great connections. Would recommend. Definitely going again.

  • Michael Carothers
    Michael Carothers
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great crew and great time, great fish!

    5 Hour Trip, on July 11, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

    Great charter. Capt Sean and crew were great in all aspects.

  • Lily Orr
    Lily Orr
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent!!

    Morning trip - 10:30 AM on June 13, 2026 • 2 adults

    Would 100% recommend. The conditions were choppy with 3-4 ft swells but Sean had us on fish within 10 minutes of the first line in the water. With the help of first mate Rene, we had our 2 man limit within 4 hours. A amazing, affordable, experience with Waymaker Fishing Charters!!

  • John Kollinger
    John Kollinger
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip!

    Morning trip on July 12, 2026 • 2 adults

    Had a great day with captain Sean and Renny. Me and a buddy were first timers on Erie. These guys are very talented and friendly too. Will definitely fish with them again. Only way ill look for someone else is if they are unavailable.

  • Adam Prosser
    Adam Prosser
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Big walleye and great guides!!!!

    Morning trip - 10:30 AM on June 27, 2026 • 2 adults

    Sean and Rene were great. They got us on big walleye and had us a limit in no time. Rene also gave us a history lesson of the light houses around the area. Anybody who wants to catch fish, should book Waymaker Fishing Charter.

  • Susan Passerotti
    Susan Passerotti
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    caught the limit!

    Evening Walleye Trip on June 27, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Excellent crew and a great craft! They were so fun, polite, helpful, and knowledgeable! We found and caught walleye and had a great day!

  • Jonathan Fisher
    Jonathan Fisher
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    First and the best

    Morning trip - 10:30 AM on August 29, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 children
  • Dan Lebakken
    Dan Lebakken
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip even though weather wasn't that good

    5 Hour Trip, on April 26, 2026 • 2 adults

    great boat, great captain, we had fun and caught fish would definitely book another trip with him

FAQs about Waymaker Fishing Charter

Waymaker Fishing Charter offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $175 per person after 2 guests - Evening Walleye Trip (3 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $175 per person after 2 guests - Morning (3 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $175 per person after 2 guests - Morning trip (5 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $175 per person after 2 guests - Morning trip - 10:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Sunset cruise (2 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Person-Morning trip $750 (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Waymaker Fishing Charter, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Portable toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed Seat folds out
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system Raido
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Waymaker Fishing Charter include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (When needed)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We also will bag you meat )
  • Drinks (Water is provided )
  • First mate (We have 1 first mate)
Waymaker Fishing Charter offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (Erie )
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Waymaker Fishing Charter offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Waymaker Fishing Charter include:
  • Lake Trout
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Captain Sean Otis Cralley
Captain Sean Otis Cralley
Erie, Pennsylvania, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
10 Customer reviews
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Member since July 2025
Captain Sean Cralley, I have been fishing Lake Erie for 32 years. We run trips out of Lampe Marina Erie Pa, aboard a 27' Hewescraft Aluminum fishing boat. Using trolling and other techniques, you'll have a chance to catch Steelhead, Lake Trout, Walleye and Perch We clean and bag your catch. The only way to learn is to join us on the water. My mom who has since passed, was my greatest inspiration for me to become a Charter boat Captain. Her dream was to always be a Charter boat Captain. I can't think of a better way to honor her life and dream. If you need to contact me about any availability or special accommodations please call. Thank you for your support.
Our Team
Capt Rene H.
Capt Rene H.
First mate
Captain Sean Otis Cralley
Captain Sean Otis Cralley
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Captain Sean Cralley, I have been fishing Lake Erie for 32 years. We run trips out of Lampe Marina Erie Pa, aboard a 27' Hewescraft Aluminum fishing boat. Using trolling and other techniques, you'll have a chance to catch Steelhead, Lake Trout, Walleye and Perch We clean and bag your catch. The only way to learn is to join us on the water. My mom who has since passed, was my greatest inspiration for me to become a Charter boat Captain. Her dream was to always be a Charter boat Captain. I can't think of a better way to honor her life and dream. If you need to contact me about any availability or special accommodations please call. Thank you for your support.
The crew
Capt Rene H.
Capt Rene H.
First mate

The fish you can target

Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye
Walleye
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye
Walleye

Real catches by this captain

  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Walleye on a catch board aboard the Waymaker, with a marina backdrop.
    Dawn B.
    Dawn B.
    We had a wonderful time with the great crew and awesome captain. Lots of fun and great connections. Would recommend. Definitely going again.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Walleye on a fishing charter, with boats visible in the background.
    John K.
    John K.
    Had a great day with captain Sean and Renny. Me and a buddy were first timers on Erie. These guys are very talented and friendly too. Will definitely fish with them again. Only way ill look for someone else is if they are unavailable.
  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of fish aboard the Waymaker charter boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Michael C.
    Michael C.
    Great charter. Capt Sean and crew were great in all aspects.
  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of fish on a board aboard the Waymaker charter boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Susan P.
    Susan P.
    Excellent crew and a great craft! They were so fun, polite, helpful, and knowledgeable! We found and caught walleye and had a great day!
  • A cooler filled with various fish, likely caught during a fishing trip, showcasing the successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Some Walleye pictures last weekend.
  • Two adult anglers display a large row of fish on a Waymaker Fishing Charters catch board aboard a boat.
    Kristy P.
    Kristy P.
    I booked this trip as a surprise for my husband for Father’s Day. We had a great time. We caught our limit on Walleye. We couldn’t of asked for a better day! Sean and Rene (1st mate) were fantastic. Did not make it feel like they were running a business. It felt like a group of friends out on the lake. They were so willing to explain everything and how the rigs worked. The fact that we limited out surprised us. Just did not know what to expect. Definitely recommend them if you want to have a great time and feel like your fishing with friends.
  • Adult angler actively fighting a fish from the stern of an aluminum fishing boat, with a bent rod and outboard motors visible on open water.
    Krista A.
    Krista A.
    Sean with Waymaker was absolutely wonderful to work with! My husband and I had such an amazing experience from start to finish. He was incredibly patient with us and made sure we had a great time the entire trip. We didn’t even make it out of the parking lot before we were already looking at dates to book another trip with him! Sean knew exactly where the best fishing spots were and worked with us around the weather to make sure we had the best experience possible. He also took the time to answer our many questions—not only about fishing, but about the boat and all the fishing terms and vocabulary we weren’t familiar with. He never made us feel rushed or silly for asking questions. What really stood out was how personable he was. We didn’t just feel like customers on a charter—we genuinely enjoyed getting to know him. We spent time talking about our families, hobbies, and jobs, which made the whole trip feel relaxed and enjoyable. It felt more like spending the day fishing with a friend than simply booking a trip. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, patient captain who truly cares about making your trip memorable, Sean with Waymaker is the one to book. We can’t wait to come back and fish with him again! 🎣
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Lake Trout while fishing in foggy conditions on a boat.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Dan L.
    Dan L.
    great boat, great captain, we had fun and caught fish would definitely book another trip with him

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2025
Boat manufacturer
Hewescraft
Boat type
Pilothouse
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle
Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Portable toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Seat folds out
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Raido
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
When needed
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We also will bag you meat
Drinks
Water is provided
First mate
We have 1 first mate

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.
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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

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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
 PayPal

What’s biting in Erie right now

Lake TroutLake Trout
Perch (Yellow)Perch (Yellow)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
WalleyeWalleye

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