Get ready for a fun-filled day on the water with Captain Jake Stalnaker, your local guide to world-class fishing on Lake Erie. Known as the Walleye Capital of the World, this legendary lake is home to unbeatable freshwater action—and Captain Jake knows exactly where to find it. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned angler, his goal is simple: help you catch fish, laugh along the way, and make memories worth keeping.

Climb aboard his 24’ Thunderjet, a brand-new 2025 model powered by a 300 HP Mercury Pro XS engine. Designed for comfort and performance, this top-notch vessel accommodates up to six guests and is fully equipped with quality gear, tackle, and safety equipment. Water and ice are included, and Captain Jake can clean your catch for just $3 per fish—so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and a cooler for your fillets.

Targeting Walleye, Steelhead, and Perch, every trip is a mix of learning, excitement, and hands-on fishing. From spring through fall, Lake Erie produces some of the best action in North America. You’ll fish using proven trolling and drift techniques while Captain Jake shares his favorite local tips, jokes, and stories from years of experience. Having started fishing at just five years old, he’s spent a lifetime chasing these waters and now enjoys helping others discover the same passion.

Trips are available year-round, with several options to match your schedule. Choose a 5-hour morning or afternoon charter to chase limits, a 4-hour scenic tour for a relaxing ride, a 2-hour sunset cruise to end your day in style, or a kid-friendly trip perfect for young anglers learning the ropes. If the lake isn’t frozen, Captain Jake’s out there fishing—rain, shine, or snow.

Your adventure launches from East 72nd Street in Cleveland, Ohio, an easy-access spot close to some of Lake Erie’s best fishing grounds. Before you come aboard, please remember that a valid Ohio fishing license is required and must be purchased in advance. You can easily buy one online through the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) website.

With a hands-on guiding style, great hospitality, and a passion for teaching, Captain Jake offers one of the best Lake Erie fishing charter experiences you’ll find. Whether it’s your first time reeling in a Walleye or another trip to fill your freezer, you’ll head home with a smile, a cooler of fish, and a story to tell.

Book your Lake Erie fishing trip today and see why anglers from all over call this lake legendary.