Rio Rita Fishing Charters 

4.7
(11 reviews)
 315 West Lakeshore Drive, Port Clinton, OH 43452, United States

Rio Rita Fishing Charters 

Port Clinton, OH, United States
37 ft
20
4.7
(11 reviews)

Port Clinton has a fish with your name on it, so let Rio Rita Fishing Charters help you catch it!

Rio Rita is a fishing headboat that will take up to 20 people fishing. Each spot is reserved by paying per person. In order for us to take the boat out we must have at least 9 customers total. We will keep in touch with you if we are unable to take the trip. Be at the boat at least a 1/2 hour before departure.

Walleye, Yellow Perch, and more inhabit these waters. Depending on the time of year, you may find yourself light tackle fishing or jigging. You'll be casting lines from a 42' headboat that can carry up to 20 passengers.

Your Captains Sam or Cody, believe in teaching kids to fish while they're young, so go ahead and bring the whole family along (6yrs and older)! Don't forget to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!

Rods and reels are not supplied for you but are available to rent for an extra cost. Live bait is included on the boat. You will need to bring tackle, and some will be available to purchase on the boat.

A First Mate may be available but is not required, however rest assured the captain will make sure everything is running smoothly. Your crew works hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.

Before coming aboard, it is necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group over 16yrs old. This information is available online.

A few items to bring include sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Wouldn't you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Rio Rita Fishing Charters.

Port Clinton has a fish with your name on it, so let Rio Rita Fishing Charters help you catch it!

Rio Rita is a fishing headboat that will take up to 20 people fishing. Each spot is reserved by paying per person. In order for us to take the boat out we must have at least 9 customers total. We will keep in touch with you if we are unable to take the trip. Be at the boat at least a 1/2 hour before departure.

Walleye, Yellow Perch, and more inhabit these waters. Depending on the time of year, you may find yourself light tackle fishing or jigging. You'll be casting lines from a 42' headboat that can carry up to 20 passengers.

Your Captains Sam or Cody, believe in teaching kids to fish while they're young, so go ahead and bring the whole family along (6yrs and older)! Don't forget to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!

Rods and reels are not supplied for you but are available to rent for an extra cost. Live bait is included on the boat. You will need to bring tackle, and some will be available to purchase on the boat.

A First Mate may be available but is not required, however rest assured the captain will make sure everything is running smoothly. Your crew works hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.

Before coming aboard, it is necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group over 16yrs old. This information is available online.

A few items to bring include sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Wouldn't you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Rio Rita Fishing Charters.

Santos Livas
Captain
Santos Livas
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Trip availability and prices

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September 2026
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Full Day Trip
In high demand Last booked: 19 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 6:45 AM
Walleye
Perch (Yellow)
US $160
Shared tour: 2 people
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Rating

4.7
11 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.6
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

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Aden Baker
Aden Baker
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Well worth the price
Full Day Trip on July 11, 20263 adults

being that its only 80 a person, We definitely felt like we got our moneys worth. 3 of us went for less than it would cost for one person to go on 99% of other local charters. Cody was very knowledgeable and willing to help and teach. the 1st spot we went to was a bust but by the second location we were landing fish with in 5 minutes. This charter may have not been as nice as others 5x the price. however i cant tell you that for sure because i cannot afford those prices. so if youre in the same boat (haha) definitely consider

Reported catch:
Walleye
Yellow Perch
Ruth Henderson
Ruth Henderson
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
New
Good experience
Full Day Trip on August 25, 20267 adults

This was our fust experience fishing on Lake Erie. Caotain and first mate did their job well. We found out that today was not a good time to fish for perch…..or anything. Fish really weren’t biting much at all. We got about 10% our quota. However the experience was still good and nothing the captainnir first mate could have done any better!

Reported catch:
Yellow Perch
Jeffery Jenkins
Jeffery Jenkins
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
First Time as a Family- Great Experience!
Full Day Trip on July 3, 20269 adults

We had a great experience! The Captain and First Mate had extreme patience and provided the best training for the new beginners. They took the fish off the hooks, provided bait and we had plenty of shade! I recommend them! They made sure everyone caught a fish! Great experience!

Mircea Costescu
Mircea Costescu
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great day of walleye fishing!
Full Day Trip on May 29, 20262 adults

We had an amazing day of fishing. Captain put us on fish right away and we limited out. Very knowledgeable and great communicator. I highly recommend you contact Rio Rita for your next Lake Erie fishing adventure!

Santos Livas
Response from Captain

Thank you Mircea! Hope to see you back again.

Russell Crane
Russell Crane
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Good affordable charter
Full Day Trip on June 20, 20262 adults

We had a good time and the captain was very helpful and friendly. We didn’t catch many fish but we tried. The other boats had a bad day as well

Reported catch:
Walleye

FAQs about Rio Rita Fishing Charters

Rio Rita Fishing Charters offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $80 per person - Full Day Trip (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Rio Rita Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
Trips booked with Rio Rita Fishing Charters include:
  • Live bait
  • First mate (as needed)
Rio Rita Fishing Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (Lake Erie, Port Clinton, OH)
Rio Rita Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Rio Rita Fishing Charters include:
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Santos Livas
Santos Livas

Port Clinton, Ohio, United States

ID & license verified
11 Customer reviews
Typical response within 5 hours
Member since May 2026

Capt. Santos is experienced in navigating the waters of Port Clinton, Ohio and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as jigging, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Santos Livas
Santos Livas
Fully verified
11
reviews
2026
member since
~5h
response
Capt. Santos is experienced in navigating the waters of Port Clinton, Ohio and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as jigging, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Walleye
Walleye
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Walleye
Walleye

Real catches by this captain

  • boys trip
    Charles M.
    Charles M.
  • Well worth the price
    Aden B.
    Aden B.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Headboats
Capacity
20 persons
Boat length
37 ft
Year built
1949
Restored in
2025
Boat manufacturer
Custom
Boat type
Headboat
Engine model
Volvo
Powered by
1 x 365HP
Max cruising speed
14 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Lake Erie, Port Clinton, OH

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
What's included in the trip price
Live bait
First mate
as needed

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
over 6 years old
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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Port Clinton right now

Perch (Yellow)Perch (Yellow)
WalleyeWalleye

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