Lake Erie Ice Fishing Charters
Lake Erie Ice Fishing Charters
Best Ice Fishing Charters in Lake Erie
Best Ice Fishing Charters in Lake Erie
Ice Fishing in Lake Erie
Ice Fishing in Lake Erie
Lake Erie ice fishing is a dream come true for those who simply can’t get enough of the Great Lake. When the majority of local anglers sit home and think about their next Lake Erie season, true ice-fishermen get out to the lake and fish. Just think of the thrill of pulling trophy Walleye or Perch through the ice hole… How can you miss the opportunity?
When should I try ice fishing in Lake Erie?
Whenever the prolific waters of Lake Erie freeze, the season has potential to be solid gold. But ice coverage can be inconsistent, so you never know whether you will be making awesome catches this year.
When the weather cooperates, the lake is covered with ice. The magic usually happens from January until late February. Walleye and Perch stay close to shore early and later in the season. During mid-January, they usually hang out around the Lake’s many islands. You can find your Walleye and Perch 10 miles and further from many of the access points.
How to do it
When heading out to Lake Erie during the winter months, it’s vital to remember that the ice deserves extreme caution. It goes without saying that you need a local guide to have a safe adventure. The recipe for a good trip is a combination of the right means of transport, a local professional, and the gear.
Snowmobiles are the most common type of vehicle. However, if you decide to bring your fishing buddies and a lot of equipment with you, snowmobiles can be somewhat limiting. Airboats, on the other hand, provide more space. They are one of the safest options, but can be tricky to control in high winds. And Erie is famous for its winds like no other lake around! Plus, you can always just walk out and fish earlier or later in the season when the bite is nearshore.
As soon as you’ve found the right guide, you can head out, drill a hole, and start fishing. Navigational and fish finding electronics are not the most necessary part of the process. However, it’s not a secret that the bite of the lake’s migratory Walleye can be unpredictable. Use a good sonar and a camera to check what’s hiding under the ice. Believe it or not, underwater cameras can do magic and save your time. It’s like playing videogames while fishing!
Use spinning rods and reels, as well as jigging spoons designed for ice-fishing. When choosing a right color for the lure, go for whatever catches your eye - most colors will work. When the keeper Walleye or Perch get close to the hole, it’s fish on.
Lake Erie ice fishing season
Lake Erie ice fishing season usually begins in January, as soon as the waters are covered in ice, and goes through February.
Lake Erie
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What anglers said about Ice Fishing in Lake Erie
What anglers said about Ice Fishing in Lake Erie
Listen to the Captain. Their guidance is point on, and courteous. They really can turn you into a fisherman.
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Listen to the Captain. Their guidance is point on, and courteous. They really can turn you into a fisherman.
Class Act Charters
Go with Chromeseeker charters if itโs jigging or pulling crawler harness he nowโs what heโs doing
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Go with Chromeseeker charters if itโs jigging or pulling crawler harness he nowโs what heโs doing
Detroit River Charters Chromeseeker
You may not catch trophy fish but the experience and fun you'll have with friends or family you can't beat.
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You may not catch trophy fish but the experience and fun you'll have with friends or family you can't beat.
Lake Erie Charter Service LLC
Pack for all weather and find a good place to stay a airbnb to keep fish fresh or cook that night
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Pack for all weather and find a good place to stay a airbnb to keep fish fresh or cook that night
Catchin Hell Charters โ Detroit River
Wish the weather was better. Is was colder than I would have liked. The fishing was better a week before.
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Wish the weather was better. Is was colder than I would have liked. The fishing was better a week before.
Class Act Charters
This was our first time fishing the Detroit River through Fishing Booker and
it turned out better than we could have imagined. It was great learning the technique of jigging for walleye using the quality rods and reels along with the jigs that were all provided to us during the charter. Just be prepared to enjoy the experience and the fish you hope to catch.
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This was our first time fishing the Detroit River through Fishing Booker and
it turned out better than we could have imagined. It was great learning the technique of jigging for walleye using the quality rods and reels along with the jigs that were all provided to us during the charter. Just be prepared to enjoy the experience and the fish you hope to catch.
Fishing The Detroit River And Lake
Be prepared for different weather conditions, rain and wind can change your experience.
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Be prepared for different weather conditions, rain and wind can change your experience.
Pork Chop Express Charters
Just check the reviews and do a private charter if you can. Worth the money
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Just check the reviews and do a private charter if you can. Worth the money
Erie Hopper Charters
Was a great day and caught our limit that included a FO at 28,75 inches long.
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Was a great day and caught our limit that included a FO at 28,75 inches long.
BlackH2oDog Charters LLC
Dress warm. Listen to the captain, even if you fished your whole life,this is his playground. Bring snacks. Hold your lip right. Act like a nut.
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Dress warm. Listen to the captain, even if you fished your whole life,this is his playground. Bring snacks. Hold your lip right. Act like a nut.
Get Hooked Fishing Charters
Captain knew where to go ! We came back loaded and other (on their own) were empty handed !
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Captain knew where to go ! We came back loaded and other (on their own) were empty handed !
Get Hooked Fishing Charters
Be ready for a truly off shore experience! My first time on a Great Lake and was totally in awe of its massive size!
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Be ready for a truly off shore experience! My first time on a Great Lake and was totally in awe of its massive size!
Hammertime Sportfishing
I would highly recommend Port Clinton with their accessible marinas, ports, lodging and their catering to the charter business, their captains and visitors.
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I would highly recommend Port Clinton with their accessible marinas, ports, lodging and their catering to the charter business, their captains and visitors.
Lured In Fishing Charters LLC
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.
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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.
Champion Charters
Cincinnati, OH
Walleye are tough to catch in August and September due to the water temps. May, June, July they were limiting out.
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Walleye are tough to catch in August and September due to the water temps. May, June, July they were limiting out.
Chelsea Charters
Dalton, OH
We were on the fish early and continued to catch them all morning until we were at our limit.
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We were on the fish early and continued to catch them all morning until we were at our limit.
Following Dreams Fishing Charters
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 !
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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 !
Hook'in Hogs Fishing Charter โ Ranger
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.
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The Shipyards Marina is really nice and clean, and you can grab a beer and some great food there, too! Easy to get to.
Capt. Larry's Charters WM
Avon Lake, 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 dockโฆespecially the ladies.
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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 dockโฆespecially the ladies.
Lake Erie - Sundance Sportfishing
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.
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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.
It's About Time Fishing Charter LLC
Saint CLAIRSVLE, OH