Tail Chaser Fishing Charters
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Tail Chaser Fishing Charters

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(119 reviews)
• Angler's Choice
389 Channel Grove Road
Lakeside Marblehead, OH, United Sta…

Tail Chaser Fishing Charter 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 fishing and is able to accommodate up to six guests per trip.

Fishing on Lake Erie Island 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 30’ Sport Craft performance fishing boat, originally built in 2002 with a capacity for up to 6 guests. Powered by a 454 Mercruiser engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 24 knots, the Sport Craft 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 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, 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. Customers are responsible for fish cleaning, there is a fish-cleaning station in the marina or there is Bays Edge Fish Cleaning is 10 minutes from the dock.

  • Live Bait
  • You Keep Catch
  • Toilet
  • Child Friendly
  • Ice Box
  • Rods, reels & tackle

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day– Catfish (AM) MAX 4 people
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $300
    Catfishing trip for 1 to 4 people. Catch some giant cats along with whatever will bite. This is a 4-hour trip dock to dock aboard a 21' Open Starcraft just bring your favorite cat pole and some food and drinks. If you want to keep any fish please bring your own cooler. Anyone 16 years old and older must have an Ohio fishing license. Location of launch to be determined upon scheduled trip but most likely Sandusky Bay. Please message me for any questions. Departure times can vary.
  • Private trip
    Half Day– Catfish (PM) MAX 4 people
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    $300
    Launch times may vary. Catfishing trip for 1 to 4 people. Catch some giant cats along with whatever will bite. This is a 4-hour trip dock to dock aboard a 21' Open Starcraft. Just bring your favorite cat pole and some food and drinks. If you want to keep any fish please bring your own cooler. Anyone 16 years old and older must have an Ohio fishing license. Location of launch to be determined upon scheduled trip but most likely Sandusky Bay. Please message me for any questions. Departure times can vary.
  • Private trip
    Half Day –Walleye Trolling (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $450
    This is a four-hour trip for 1 to 6 people. You will troll the Western basin of the Lake Erie Islands area for Walleye only. The captain will make sure this is a fun and relaxed atmosphere with no pressure. He truly enjoys getting everyone involved, from rigging the gear to netting the fish. Customers are responsible for Ohio fishing licenses, food, drinks, and fish cleaning. We supply all fishing gear. We recommend Bays Edge Fish Cleaning and they are cash only.
  • Private trip
    Half Day –Walleye Trolling (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    $450
    This is a four-hour dock-to-dock trip for 1 to 6 people. We will troll the Western basin of the Lake Erie Islands area for Walleye only. The captain will make sure this is a fun and relaxed atmosphere with no pressure. He truly enjoys getting everyone involved, from rigging the gear to netting the fish. Customers are responsible for Ohio fishing licenses, food, drinks, and fish cleaning. We supply all fishing gear. We recommend Bays Edge Fish Cleaning and they are cash only.
  • Private trip
    Full Day – Walleye Trolling
    In demand! Last booked: 20 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $720
    This is a 7 hr dock to dock fishing trip for Walleye only for 1 to 6 people. We will troll the Western basin of the Lake Erie Islands area for Walleye. The captain will make sure this is a fun and relaxed atmosphere with no pressure. He truly enjoys getting everyone involved, from rigging the gear to netting the fish. Customers are responsible for Ohio fishing license, food, drinks, and fish cleaning. We supply all fishing gear. We recommend Bays Edge Fish Cleaning and they are cash only.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour – Walleye and Kelleys Island
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $850
    Troll for Walleye in the morning and then drop the crew off at noon in downtown Kelleys Island for lunch. This is an 8-hour trip, the pick-up at Kelley's is at 2:30 p.m. to head back to the dock, additional charge after then is $50.00 per hour. Call for more details. The customer is responsible for lunch, an Ohio fishing license, food, drinks, and fish cleaning. We recommend Bays Edge Fish Cleaning and they are cash only.
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About the Captain

Mike Dean
Lakeside Marblehead, Ohio, United States
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119 Customer reviews
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Member since August 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.

About this listing

Targeted species

Walleye Walleye

Boat specs

Sport Craft (Performance fishing) originally built in 2002. Powered by a 350HP Mercruiser 7.4 engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 21 knots.

Length
30 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Lake Erie Islands

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling
All tackle is provided

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Ice Box
For fish

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shakespeare
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate
Please tip well

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
14 years and over
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 119 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler Rating
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Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
89%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Catch intended fish
96%
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Tom R.
Johnston, IA
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Full Day Trip with Captain Mike

VERIFIED   Full Day – Walleye Trolling on August 15, 2022
Coming from Iowa and used to a Canadian Walleye Adventure - Tail Chasers did not disappoint.  Captain Mike had a professional...
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Frank M.
Wooster, OH
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Great day on the Lake

VERIFIED   Full Day – Walleye Trolling on June 25, 2022
Great day of fishing with Captain Mike. Caught our max for the day. Biggest one was a 26” Walleye. Captain Mike was very...
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Ryan C.
Winfield, IN
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Great day on Lake Erie

VERIFIED   Half Day –Walleye Trolling (AM) on August 2, 2022
I went out for a half day walleye charter with a couple friends.  None of us were exactly fishermen.  Captain Mike and Hunter...
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Heather H.
Stoutsville, OH
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5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour – Walleye and Kelleys Island on June 21, 2022
It was a great day out on the water with Captain Mike and First Mate Hunter. They were very helpful since it was our first...
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Michael V.
Smithville, OH
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Half day trip with Captain Mike

VERIFIED   Half Day –Walleye Trolling (AM) on August 6, 2022
We had a wonderful experience with Captain Mike on a half day fishing trip. Mike clearly explained everything he wanted us...
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FAQs about Tail Chaser Fishing Charters

Tail Chaser Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • $300 per group, additional $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day– Catfish (AM) MAX 4 people (4 hours)
  • $300 per group, additional $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day– Catfish (PM) MAX 4 people (4 hours)
  • $450 per group, additional $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day –Walleye Trolling (AM) (4 hours)
  • $450 per group, additional $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day –Walleye Trolling (PM) (4 hours)
  • $720 per group - Full Day – Walleye Trolling (7 hours)
  • $850 per group - 8 Hour – Walleye and Kelleys Island (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Tail Chaser Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box For fish
Trips booked with Tail Chaser Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shakespeare)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • First Mate (Please tip well )
Tail Chaser Fishing Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Lake Erie Islands)
Tail Chaser Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling (All tackle is provided )
Top targeted fish species with Tail Chaser Fishing Charters include:
  • Walleye