Captain Kevin's Lake Erie Charters

Captain Kevin’s Lake Erie Charters specializes in sport fishing for Smallmouth Bass, Perch, and Walleye. Join Captain Kevin in Port Clinton, Ohio, the “Walleye Capital of the World,” and discover the best of Lake Erie fishing!

Step aboard a 21’ Ranger powered by a 350 HP Mercury engine. This vessel comes equipped with GPS, Fishfinder, and a trolling motor. On board, you’ll also find a live bait well and all the fishing gear you need. This vessel is ideal for up to 3 passengers.

You can fish for Walleye and Perch all year round. From late June through November, you can also target Smallmouth Bass, the most commonly caught species in Lake Erie. Capt. Kevin offers a trophy Smallmouth Bass trip during these months as well – reel one in and hang it on your wall!

Captain Kevin’s Lake Erie Charters provides rods, reels, and tackle. All you have to bring is an Ohio fishing license and any food or drinks you may like to have.

When fishing for Smallmouth Bass and Walleye in June and July, you may pass into Canadian waters. If you plan on fishing for these species during that time, remember to purchase a fishing license and bring your passport with you.

Capt. Kevin provides complimentary pickup service from nearby accommodations, allowing you to sit back and enjoy your Lake Erie fishing experience from start to finish.

Book today and come aboard for the fishing trip of a lifetime!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    6 Hour rip – Perch
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $500
    Fishing for delicious Yellow Perch on Lake Erie, out of Port Clinton, Ohio! Rods, reels, and tackle are provided by your captain. Be sure to purchase an Ohio fishing license beforehand and bring along any drinks and snacks you'd like to have on board
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Walleye
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $500
    Fishing for Walleye on Lake Erie, out of Port Clinton, Ohio.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Trophy Smallmouth
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 24 - Nov 30
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $600
    6 hours of fishing for trophy Smallmouth Bass on Lake Erie, one of the best Bass fishing grounds in the nation! All fishing gear is provided, just be sure to bring an Ohio fishing license.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 18 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
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Caught our limit both days!
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Good experience
86%
Friendly captain
93%
Recommend this charter
89%
Appropriate for children
85%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Mark W. N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Caught our limit both days!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Walleye on August 1, 2024
We caught our state limit (90 perch total) for 3 of us both days with Captain Kevin. He was punctual, knowledgeable, attentive,...
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Ronald S.
Waddy, KY
Excellent
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Smallmouth Bass on June 24, 2022
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Linda R.
Maple Heights, Ohio
Excellent
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One of the best charters I’ve been on

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Walleye on July 25, 2019
Captain Kevin is one of the best charter captains I’ve encountered. My boyfriend and I caught our walleye limit with several...
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Richard G.
Burlington, Iowa
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2 days with Captain Kevin

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Walleye on September 15, 2020
My son and I had an excellent two days fishing with Capt. Kevin. Limit the first day, weather changed the second day,...
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Greg K.
Westmont, IL
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WOW

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Walleye on July 4, 2020
Best Captain I’ve met in along time.  Professional, knowledgeable, and immaculately clean.  From top of the line gear and...
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FAQs about Captain Kevin's Lake Erie Charters

Captain Kevin's Lake Erie Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - 6 Hour rip – Perch (6 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Walleye (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Trophy Smallmouth (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Captain Kevin's Lake Erie Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Captain Kevin's Lake Erie Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Prepared before the trip)
  • Lures

Captain Kevin's Lake Erie Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing

Captain Kevin's Lake Erie Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Jigging

Top targeted fish species with Captain Kevin's Lake Erie Charters include:
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Kevin Swartz
Port Clinton, Ohio, United States
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18 Customer reviews
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Member since July 2017
Capt. Kevin has 40 years of experience guiding charters from Michigan to Ohio. He has been guiding charters on Lake Erie full time for the past five years, specializing in Walleye, Perch, and Smallmouth Bass sport fishing. If you're after a Trophy Smallmouth Bass in these waters, he's your man!

The fish you can target

Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Perch (Yellow) 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
2018
Boat manufacturer
Ranger 621
Boat type
Bass boat

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques will you try?

Light Tackle
Trolling
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Prepared before the trip
Lures

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Port Clinton to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Age 10 and older
No Smoking
You Keep Catch

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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