Elbert Charles Shelton
Captain

Elbert Charles Shelton

Lakeside Marblehead, United States
25+ reviews
I'm Captain Charlie, and I've been fishing most of my adult life. I moved to the Great Lakes in 2014, where I fished Lake Michigan, Green Bay, and the inland waters of Lake Winnebago and the Fox River system. I now reside in Lakeside Marblehead and enjoy the Walleye fishing capital of the world. Experience world-class Walleye fishing with me. I specialize in catching Walleye and Yellow Perch. I use trolling, drifting, and jigging methods.

Charter

Rating

5.0
26 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (26)

Showing 1 – 5 of 26 reviews
  • Chris Manbeck
    Chris Manbeck
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    AWESOME!!!

    6 HRS Perch Trip 4 angler max. • 2 adults

    perch bite was lite for us but my goodness did we have a pile of fun !! Captain Charlie !! couldn’t get any better person to have been on the water with . he worked his tail off for us …. We came as charter customers and left as Friends !! lord willing we will be back

    Response from Captain

    Thank you for kind words. It is my pleasure to help families have the best experience and happiness fishing Lake Erie. I enjoyed your company and laughter. Until next time "Fish On" your Friend Captain Charlie!!

  • Eric Jenkins
    Eric Jenkins
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Another Awesome Charter

    6 Hour Walleye Trip 4 Anglers • 4 adults

    This is our third charter with Captain Charlie, and it was an awesome trip as always. Captain Charlie is great conversation, laughs and smiles. Captain Charlie knows the lake and gets you on the fish. More important than anything, Captain Charlie makes you feel like a fishing buddy not a client. If you are looking for a charter, don’t look any farther. You found your Captain and wont want to fish with anyone else.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks for kind review. Great to see you again, too. Didn't take you long to figure out the program. Hope Bob enjoyed he first trip on the big pond. Until next time, Fish On!!!

  • Kerri Raine
    Kerri Raine
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    captain charlie was great

    6 HRS Perch Trip 4 angler max. • 4 adults • 1 child

    Thank you, Captain Charlie, for such a great day out on the water! We really appreciate how kind, patient, and helpful you were with our 12-year-old daughter while she was fishing. You made the experience extra special for her, and we had a wonderful time. Thank you again! 🎣😊

    Response from Captain

    My pleasure and I'm glad she enjoyed her self. Thank you for the kind words. I hope you have a great time tomorrow island hopping! Thanks agian and see you soon. Captain Charlie

  • Rob Holmes
    Rob Holmes
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Charlie was awesome!

    6 Hour Walleye Trip 4 Anglers • 3 adults

    Captain Charlie & his first mate were top notch. They definitely knew where to go & how to get us on the bite. They were extremely helpful getting us started & had us working on reeling in the fish almost immediately. Look forward to doing again year after year!

    Response from Captain

    Glad you guys enjoyed your first walleye trip on Lake Erie. It is great to meet fisherman that flat out love to fish. See you next year. Until then, Fish On!!

  • Joe Lenze
    Joe Lenze
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Relaxing and fun day

    6 HRS Perch Trip 4 angler max. • 3 adults

    Captain Charlie was very friendly and patient as it has been along time since we fished. We had great weather and enjoyed relaxing and good conversation while catching some tasty perch.

    Response from Captain

    You guys were great. It is always a pleasure to meet people that enjoy fishing as much as I do. Making family memories are priceless. Stay in touch. Until next time, Fish On!

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    Captain Charlie was awesome!
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    Awesome Time Again
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    Couldn't have imagined a better Captain
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    Captain Charlie Fishing ChartersLakeside Marblehead, OH
    Awesome experience
    Eric J.
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    Captain Charlie Fishing ChartersLakeside Marblehead, OH
    Very accommodating
    Lyndon M.
    Lyndon M.
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    Fishing with Elbert Charles
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    Carole M.
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    Great captain, great time!
    Jessica S.
    Jessica S.
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    Recommend 100%
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What's biting with Captain Charlie Fishing Charters in Lakeside Marblehead

It's getting colder on the water in the fall, but Yellow Perch fishing only gets hotter. The Walleye bite is still going strong as well. Once you've had your fill of action, head to land to enjoy the annual Lighthouse Festival.

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