Mark Heckathorne
Captain

Mark Heckathorne

Erie, United States
6 reviews
Welcome aboard, where your Lake Erie fishing adventure begins! I am Captain Mark Heckathorne. I have been fishing the waters of Lake Erie for over 20 years blending my extensive knowledge with a genuine passion for fishing. I operate out of a Tiara 3200 Open. This boat is one of the most comfortable, spacious and well equipped charter boats on Lake Erie. I am married and have 3 children, I enjoy fishing, hunting, camping and being in the outdoors. I have had opportunities to deep sea fish in many spectacular locations in the world such as Costa Rica, Panama and Guatemala. I specialize in targeting Walleye and Steelhead so whether you're a complete first-timer or a seasoned, experienced angler, you will be provided with an unforgettable, enjoyable, and highly productive fishing experience every time out.

Charter

Rating

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

All reviews (6)

Showing 1 – 5 of 6 reviews
  • Judy Kuzminski
    Judy Kuzminski
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Absolutely the best experience!

    6 Hour Trip • 4 adults • 1 child

    We can’t say enough about Mark and Ryan! They made our trip so fun and helped us all reach our limits. They made it a day to remember for our enthusiastic 11 year old fisherman. We couldn’t have picked a better charter. Boat is beautiful also! Thank you Mark and Ryan for a wonderful day! Will definitely be booking a trip again next year

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Response from Captain

    Judy thank you for the review. Ryan and I had a blast fishing with your group. I love Hudson's fishing enthusiasm. Weather cooperated and so did the fish. Glad we could get everyone their limit and provide enough fillets to get you thru the winter. And a couple bonus Steelhead for the smoker. Couldn't have been a better trip for me to end my 2026 Charter season. Looking forward to seeing you next year!!

  • Kevin Franks
    Kevin Franks
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great time!

    6 Hour Trip • 3 adults

    Mark and Scott were great! This was my 1st Walleye charter on Lake Erie and we were all able to limit out!

    Response from Captain

    Kevin, Brett and Bill great job in rough conditions, So glad we were able to get out with the questionable wind and waves. Good limits for everyone and were able to fill some bags with tasty fillets. Look forward to future trips.

  • Althea Nelson
    Althea Nelson
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    June fishing trip

    6 Hour Trip • 3 adults

    fishing with Mark on Fish on Sportfishing was a very rememberable day, caught our limit,captain and mate was very helpful and nice,planning on another trip soon,I would recommend him to charter,there was 3 of us,it ended to soon but fun none the less

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Response from Captain

    Althea I really enjoyed the trip and you guys did a great job. Enjoy those walleye fillets!! Thanks, and look forward to fishing with you again.

  • Ray Garling
    Ray Garling
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    We caught 28 bery nice walleye

    Trip for Ray • 6 adults
    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Response from Captain

    Thanks for the review Ray , really enjoyed fishing with your group. Everyone did a great job in not so good weather conditions. I bet Sally will sleep good tonight!!

  • Dave Ryhal
    Dave Ryhal
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Mark

    6 Hour Trip • 4 adults
    Response from Captain

    Great time fishing with you guys, glad we could dodge the thunderstorms, and you got some nice fillets for the freezer!!!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Fish On Sportfishing
    Fish On SportfishingErie, PA
    Absolutely the best experience!
    Judy K.
    Judy K.
  • Fish On Sportfishing
    Fish On SportfishingErie, PA
    Great time!
    Kevin F.
    Kevin F.
  • Fish On Sportfishing
    Fish On SportfishingErie, PA
    We caught 28 bery nice walleye
    Ray G.
    Ray G.
  • Fish On Sportfishing
    Fish On SportfishingErie, PA
    Fishing with Mark
    Dave R.
    Dave R.
  • Fish On Sportfishing
    Fish On SportfishingErie, PA
    Fishing with Mark
    Jeremy G.
    Jeremy G.
  • Fish On Sportfishing
    Fish On SportfishingErie, PA
    June fishing trip
    Althea N.
    Althea N.

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