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Fresh Fishing Reports from Lake Erie

Lake Erie Walleye (Ohio waters)

December 2, 2023

The walleye fishing remains incredible! As long as the boat ramps don't freeze, I'll continue to run trips. Winter trolling should be excellent!

Cold water walleye

November 24, 2023

Had an awsome afternoon/night trip with these two from Wisconsin. They've been fishing multiple days in their own rig but decided yesterday to go out in the hews and stay alittle drier. The bite is absolutely amazing with these chunky walleye. We tried for a weigh fish but just couldn't do it. The biggest maybe 5.5 lbs. It's still awsome watching these fish hit the floor. We are truly blessed with the fishery we have. Bandits 25bk potatoe bread and a new color They brought along, had silver and orange, I should've took a picture of it cause it was definitely a fish catcher.

Tough Guys For Ducks Unlimited

November 20, 2023

Todays trip was for Winners of a national Ducks Unlimited Auction held earlier this year. Junior and Greg made long journeys from New Mexico and Missouri respectively. Conditions were extremely tough with temps in the mid 30’s and a biting Northeast wind. But these guys are TOUGH! With a very stingy bite adding to the “fun”, we were up against it. They bared down and managed some beautiful perch and after we switched tactics beautiful fat smallmouth up to 5 lbs. To top off the day i made a couple new friends and Ducks Unlimited received some decent funds. Fishing is still excellent on Erie. Especially with tamer weather.

Walleye are back!

November 20, 2023

We’ve been after perch for the last 3+ months, so yesterday morning was a nice change of pace. I was in search of some active walleye on the west side of the islands. I’m happy to report that we found them. Speed was about 1.8mph, bandits back 60’ to 85’, color didn’t seem to matter. I was between A and C can. Boat limit in less then 4 hours. Largest fish was 27” at 8.7lbs.

Fall Brawl Beast Season!!

November 19, 2023

Wow the big girls have arived and are ready to play!! Caught 4 fish over 28” biggest just over 30” today! Got our 24 fish limit in 6 hours.

WALLEYE SLAMFEST

November 15, 2023

The walleye are definatly putting on the feed bags . Many people from shore and boat are pulling in quality fish in the 3-7lb range while looking for that one fall brawl walleye to cash a check. We were out yesterday from 1pm until dark and boated well over 40 walleye ranging anywhere from 3.5lbs to 7.5lbs. I truly believe if we had stayed later into the darkness, the one double digit walleye we have been looking for would've showed herself.

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What anglers said about fishing in Lake Erie

Captain knew where to go ! We came back loaded and other (on their own) were empty handed !

5.0 / 5

Captain knew where to go ! We came back loaded and other (on their own) were empty handed !

Rena L.

Be ready for a truly off shore experience! My first time on a Great Lake and was totally in awe of its massive size!

5.0 / 5

Be ready for a truly off shore experience! My first time on a Great Lake and was totally in awe of its massive size!

Emily J.

I would highly recommend Port Clinton with their accessible marinas, ports, lodging and their catering to the charter business, their captains and visitors.

5.0 / 5

I would highly recommend Port Clinton with their accessible marinas, ports, lodging and their catering to the charter business, their captains and visitors.

Matthew L.

First time fishing in Port Clinton, I would tell you to go in May or June. Later in the summer is a little weather pending. still good fishing just might not be every day.

5.0 / 5

First time fishing in Port Clinton, I would tell you to go in May or June. Later in the summer is a little weather pending. still good fishing just might not be every day.

Mark J. Cincinnati, OH

Walleye are tough to catch in August and September due to the water temps. May, June, July they were limiting out.

5.0 / 5

Walleye are tough to catch in August and September due to the water temps. May, June, July they were limiting out.

Daniel B. Dalton, OH

We were on the fish early and continued to catch them all morning until we were at our limit.

4.7 / 5

We were on the fish early and continued to catch them all morning until we were at our limit.

Jeremy G. Monroe, MI

These guys know who to connect you with - have a great site to keep you updated with all the details. It was almost like plug 'n play for a fishing trip !

4.7 / 5

These guys know who to connect you with - have a great site to keep you updated with all the details. It was almost like plug 'n play for a fishing trip !

Jan C. Marysville, PA

The Shipyards Marina is really nice and clean, and you can grab a beer and some great food there, too! Easy to get to.

5.0 / 5

The Shipyards Marina is really nice and clean, and you can grab a beer and some great food there, too! Easy to get to.

Steve H. Avon Lake, OH

We always take dramamine the night before trip & day of. We pack Zero drinks, water & sodas. We buy pre-made subs for lunch. Baby wipes or hand sanitizer for hands.

5.0 / 5

We always take dramamine the night before trip & day of. We pack Zero drinks, water & sodas. We buy pre-made subs for lunch. Baby wipes or hand sanitizer for hands.

Mary A. H. Saint CLAIRSVLE, OH

If fishing in the morning bring a jacket as it might be a bit cool. Make sure to confirm if your charter boat has a toilet. Ours listed as it did, but did not. Just made sure everyone went before leaving the dock…especially the ladies.

5.0 / 5

Khampannha K.

Be ready to catch walleye. There are some monster size fish in the Lake and Captain Larry’s Walleye Magnet knows exactly where they are. Get a good nights sleep and be ready to reel!

5.0 / 5

Be ready to catch walleye. There are some monster size fish in the Lake and Captain Larry’s Walleye Magnet knows exactly where they are. Get a good nights sleep and be ready to reel!

Heather Q. Gahanna, OH

September seems to be in between peak walleye and perch season, but we were still able to catch both.

5.0 / 5

September seems to be in between peak walleye and perch season, but we were still able to catch both.

Alex A.

Make sure you check weather conditions. Can change quick and doesn't always match the forecast.

5.0 / 5

Make sure you check weather conditions. Can change quick and doesn't always match the forecast.

Tom T. Irwin, Pennsylvania

I would check you weather report. The fish are out there you just have to be patient and find them but when you do it's on. Fish cleaning business will meet you at the dock, they do a great job at a good price. Nice area with friendly people and good restaurants.

5.0 / 5

Cris B. Dayton, OH

If you go out with Capt Todd your arms will be very sore the next day. Non stop fish on. Best day of fishing in my life.

5.0 / 5

If you go out with Capt Todd your arms will be very sore the next day. Non stop fish on. Best day of fishing in my life.

Stephen T. Dallas, PA

Children comment depends how old they are. The weather was tough just to get out so be patient. We had a great trip with Shaun and his mate. Very helpful guys and worked hard to get are limit but intact got it. Will do again for sure.

5.0 / 5

Marvin F. Lincoln, NE

Be ready for a great time and make sure your ready for a good workout lol. My partners are ready to go again.

5.0 / 5

Be ready for a great time and make sure your ready for a good workout lol. My partners are ready to go again.

Dottie A. Proctor, WV

2 fish off our limit of 12 in a 4 hour trip. Good weather not to hot during our morning trip.

5.0 / 5

2 fish off our limit of 12 in a 4 hour trip. Good weather not to hot during our morning trip.

Matthew L. Northampton Center, Ohio

Be mindful of the wind as too much wind will cause you not to be able to fish.

5.0 / 5

Be mindful of the wind as too much wind will cause you not to be able to fish.

Michael R. Amherst, VA

Be aware that the weather in July can be fickle. Unfortunately for our schedules the lake tells you when you can fish, but don't let that discourage you, the walleye are worth it!

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Be aware that the weather in July can be fickle. Unfortunately for our schedules the lake tells you when you can fish, but don't let that discourage you, the walleye are worth it!