Tail Chaser Fishing Charters 

4.9
(206 reviews)
 389 Channel Grove Road, Lakeside Marblehead, OH 43440, United States–

Tail Chaser Fishing Charters 

Lakeside Marblehead, OH, United States
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31 ft
6
4.9
(206 reviews)

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Tail Chaser Fishing Charters invites you to enjoy a day of Walleye fishing aboard the Tail Chaser around the Lake Erie Islands. Captain Mike specializes in trolling for Walleye and is able to accommodate up to six guests per trip.

Fishing the Lake Erie Islands area means you are in for some serious fishing action as this region is well known throughout the world for Walleye fishing. Fishing is excellent from mid-April through November 1.

Captain Mike owns and operates a Pursuit Offshore performance fishing boat, originally built in 2002 with a capacity for up to 6 guests. Powered by twin 454 Crusader engines with a maximum cruising speed of 24 knots, the Pursuit has a 12' beam and is very reliable on the water. The search for the fish is aided by GPS and a fishfinder, and the catch is stored in the available ice-box. There is a electric flush toilet on board for your convenience, as well as all the safety equipment needed.

Tail Chaser Fishing Charters carry all the fishing gear so you don't have to. They provide Shakespeare rods and reels, tackle, a variety of lures, and live bait. The first mate is on board to help you with baiting your hooks and reeling in your fish. They work extremely hard to make your trip an enjoyable and memorable experience.

Please note, anyone 16 and older you are to obtain a fishing license in accordance with the State of Ohio fishing regulations. You are welcome to bring food and drinks on the trip, as well as hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and weather-appropriate clothing. NO COWBOY BOOTS, STEEL TOED, HARD BLACK SOLED WORK BOOTS. Soft soled shoes or rubber boots are fine. Also pack light there is limited room for multiple coolers, backpacks on board. Customers are responsible for fish cleaning, there is a fish-cleaning station in the marina or there is Bays Edge Fish Cleaning Service 10 minutes from the dock, and they are cash only.

Tail Chaser Fishing Charters invites you to enjoy a day of Walleye fishing aboard the Tail Chaser around the Lake Erie Islands. Captain Mike specializes in trolling for Walleye and is able to accommodate up to six guests per trip.

Fishing the Lake Erie Islands area means you are in for some serious fishing action as this region is well known throughout the world for Walleye fishing. Fishing is excellent from mid-April through November 1.

Captain Mike owns and operates a Pursuit Offshore performance fishing boat, originally built in 2002 with a capacity for up to 6 guests. Powered by twin 454 Crusader engines with a maximum cruising speed of 24 knots, the Pursuit has a 12' beam and is very reliable on the water. The search for the fish is aided by GPS and a fishfinder, and the catch is stored in the available ice-box. There is a electric flush toilet on board for your convenience, as well as all the safety equipment needed.

Tail Chaser Fishing Charters carry all the fishing gear so you don't have to. They provide Shakespeare rods and reels, tackle, a variety of lures, and live bait. The first mate is on board to help you with baiting your hooks and reeling in your fish. They work extremely hard to make your trip an enjoyable and memorable experience.

Please note, anyone 16 and older you are to obtain a fishing license in accordance with the State of Ohio fishing regulations. You are welcome to bring food and drinks on the trip, as well as hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and weather-appropriate clothing. NO COWBOY BOOTS, STEEL TOED, HARD BLACK SOLED WORK BOOTS. Soft soled shoes or rubber boots are fine. Also pack light there is limited room for multiple coolers, backpacks on board. Customers are responsible for fish cleaning, there is a fish-cleaning station in the marina or there is Bays Edge Fish Cleaning Service 10 minutes from the dock, and they are cash only.

Mike Dean
Captain
Mike Dean
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Perch Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Nov 1
Perch (Yellow)
US $520
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day – Walleye Trolling
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:30 PM)
Walleye
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day – Walleye Trolling
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Walleye
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (262)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
91%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

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Joe Miller
Joe Miller
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
The absolute BEST Charter!!
Half Day – Walleye Trolling on June 30, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

Could not have asked for a better charter with my wife and our son!! Had great weather. Capt Mike got us on the fish!! We caught our limit as well. We cannot say enough about Capt Mike!!! He was great to interact with and really took the time to explain things to our son. His boat was well kept and organized. We will book with Capt Mike again and for years to come. Thank you Capt Mike not only for a great time but making lasting memories as a family!! The Miller Family

Mike Dean
Response from Captain

Thanks again for booking with me! I had a great time having your family out and hope to see you back! Thank you, Captain Mike

David Kallfelz
David Kallfelz
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Awesome trip on Choppy Water
Walleye and Kelleys Island on June 27, 2026 • 4 adults

What started out as a questionable choppy water day turned out to be a great fishing experience. Captain Mike put us on the fish and we were catching until we told him we had enough fish! Yes, after catching all we could handle we started to catch and release. Great day on our family trip up to Ohio from Texas. Thanks Captain Mike for the great Lake Erie Walleye experience.

Mike Dean
Response from Captain

Thanks for booking with me it was a great time taking your family out fishing! Hope to see you back again. Thanks, Captain Mike

Noah Stanley
Noah Stanley
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
A great day on the lake!
Half Day Trip – Perch seasonal on September 16, 2026 • 6 adults

We had a great trip with Captain Mike. We booked a half day Perch charter and were not disappointed. The bite was slow, but the captain was able to put us on some fish at multiple locations. Overall a great experience! Would definitely book again with Tail Chaser.

Mike Dean
Response from Captain

Thanks Noah! Enjoy the rest of your stay! Captain Mike

Kelly Hartman
Kelly Hartman
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great trip
Walleye and Kelleys Island on July 25, 2026 • 6 adults

The walleye were not biting very good at the beginning, but Captain Mike stayed with it and kept us on the fish. We hit our limit. Captain was great boat and gear great. Highly recommend Tail Chaser fishing charter. Already planning the next trip.

Mike Dean
Response from Captain

Thanks Kelly! Really appreciate you booking with me. Hope to see you back again. Thanks, Captain Mike

Jeffry Bradshaw
Jeffry Bradshaw
us
New Mexico, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
No more Walleye in Erie
Full Day – Walleye Trolling on May 9, 2026 • 2 adults

Cpt Mike with Tail Chaser was great. Put up with our ignorance and being in the way. Equipment worked great, boat was perfect. Everything all set for us to go out. Will certainly book with him again and highly recommend chartering with Tail Chaser.

Mike Dean
Response from Captain

Thank you Jeff! Had a great time taking you guys fishing and hope to see you back soon. Thanks, Captain Mike

FAQs about Tail Chaser Fishing Charters

Tail Chaser Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $520 per group - Perch Trip (6 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day – Walleye Trolling (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day – Walleye Trolling - 12:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Full Day – Walleye Trolling (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Tail Chaser Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Electric flush spacious and clean
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice box For fish
  • Radar
Trips booked with Tail Chaser Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shakespeare)
  • Live bait (Live bait is provided and its usually nite crawlers.)
  • Lures
Tail Chaser Fishing Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (Lake Erie Islands)
Tail Chaser Fishing Charters offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Tail Chaser Fishing Charters include:
  • Bass (White)
  • Catfish
  • Perch (White)
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Mike Dean
Mike Dean
Lakeside Marblehead, Ohio, United States
2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
206 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2017
Angler's Choice
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Captain Mike started fishing the Lake Erie Islands with his Dad at the age of five and has fished all his life. He says this is pretty much all he has done and all he has wanted to do. Mike decided early on to get his captain's license, and has spent the last 30 years fishing and guiding professionally. He is a relaxed person who likes to make charters fun. Mike's guests all say that his charters are very laid back and no pressure, which is what makes Mike a great choice. He loves taking people fishing for Walleye.
Mike Dean
Mike Dean
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
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206
reviews
2017
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Captain Mike started fishing the Lake Erie Islands with his Dad at the age of five and has fished all his life. He says this is pretty much all he has done and all he has wanted to do. Mike decided early on to get his captain's license, and has spent the last 30 years fishing and guiding professionally. He is a relaxed person who likes to make charters fun. Mike's guests all say that his charters are very laid back and no pressure, which is what makes Mike a great choice. He loves taking people fishing for Walleye.

The fish you can target

White Bass
White Bass
Catfish
Catfish
White Perch
White Perch
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye
Walleye
White Bass
White Bass
Catfish
Catfish
White Perch
White Perch
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Real catches by this captain

  • An angler proudly displaying a caught fish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Pollock
    Kelly H.
    Kelly H.
    The walleye were not biting very good at the beginning, but Captain Mike stayed with it and kept us on the fish. We hit our limit. Captain was great boat and gear great. Highly recommend Tail Chaser fishing charter. Already planning the next trip.
  • Two young anglers proudly displaying their catch of a Walleye and a Snapper while fishing on a boat.
    Bryan P.
    Bryan P.
    Captain Mike really knew the water and did a great job helping us with a big haul. He was patient with my two boys and was a great teacher. Would highly recommend him!
  • Young angler proudly holding a large fish aboard a sport-fishing boat on open water.
    Joe M.
    Joe M.
    Could not have asked for a better charter with my wife and our son!! Had great weather. Capt Mike got us on the fish!! We caught our limit as well. We cannot say enough about Capt Mike!!! He was great to interact with and really took the time to explain things to our son. His boat was well kept and organized. We will book with Capt Mike again and for years to come. Thank you Capt Mike not only for a great time but making lasting memories as a family!! The Miller Family
  • A display of freshly caught Walleye arranged on a board at Tail Chaser Fishing Charters, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Neil T.
    Neil T.
    we were put on fish quickly and captain was very knowledgeable.
  • Group of adult anglers posing beside a large catch board displaying rows of fish at a marina for Tail Chaser Fishing Charters.
    Todd H.
    Todd H.
  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of Walleye on a catch board at Tail Chaser Fishing Charters, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    William C.
    William C.
    Captain Mike did an excellent job. He worked hard trolling to find us fish and we did! The six of us caught our limit. Nice boat, a delightful trip. We’ll use him next year.
  • Young angler proudly holding a Walleye on a fishing charter, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Cierra R.
    Cierra R.
    Extremely knowledgeable captain. I loved how he had everyone involved in setting lines and doing what they could. He explained things very clearly and we learned a lot from him. Couldn't have had a better day on the water.
  • Family group poses beside a large walleye catch board at the marina, with Tail Chaser Fishing Charters signage and phone number visible.
    Bill R.
    Bill R.
    Capt. Mike put us on the fish and we had a fantastic time! 10/10.
  • Group of anglers posing beside a large catch board displaying rows of walleye at a rocky waterfront dock.
    Jim J.
    Jim J.
  • Group of anglers posing behind a large catch board displaying dozens of walleye at a dock, with Tail Chaser Fishing Charters signage.
    Westen D.
    Westen D.
    Captain Mike helped six of us all catch our limit of big walleye. He let us all get very involved with the process and we had a ton of fun. Would highly recommend.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
31 ft
Year built
2002
Boat manufacturer
Pursuit 3000 Offshore
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Crusader 7.4
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
24 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Electric flush spacious and clean
GPS
Fishfinder
Ice box
For fish
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Shakespeare
Live bait
Live bait is provided and its usually nite crawlers.
Lures

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
Bring comfy life jacket for 10 & under
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
 Visa
 Mastercard
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Lakeside Marblehead right now

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

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