Top Rated Fishing Charters in Buffalo, New York

Q: Who are the best rated guides in Buffalo?

Some of the best rated guides in Buffalo are: Mark Lorenc Charters Angler's Edge Outdoors LLC Fishing Charters Around The Bend Fly Fishing North Emerald Charters Just Fish Guide Service Guided Bass Trips Day Five Sportfishing Charters Valley of the Shadow Fishing Charters Ridge Runner SportFishing End of the Line Charters

Q: What are the top fishing types in Buffalo?

Some of the best trip types in Buffalo are: Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing River Fishing Inshore Fishing Bird hunting Active hunting Backcountry Fishing

Q: What are the top species I can catch in Buffalo?

Some of the top fish species you can catch in Buffalo are: American Yellow Perch Atlantic Salmon Black Drum Bluegill Brook Trout Brown Trout Channel Catfish Chinook Salmon Coho Salmon Common Carp

Q: Do I need experience to go on a Fishing Charter?

Absolutely not! Most charter captains welcome anglers of all skill levels and specialize in teaching beginners. Many charters are family-friendly and will teach basic fishing techniques, help with equipment, and ensure everyone has a great time. Let your captain know your experience level when booking so they can tailor the trip accordingly.

Buffalo Fishing Charters (30 charters available)

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Lake Lanier

24 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for consistent fish catches and expert lake knowledge with top-quality equipment

(49)

4-8 Guests

5-6 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$450

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Lake Erie Watershed

11 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Praised for exceptional steelhead expertise and patient teaching that builds angler confidence

(22)

3-8 Guests

3-9 Hours

5 Trips

Available in 3 Weeks

Starts from$150

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Dunkirk, NY

27 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families

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Praised for exceptional Lake Erie expertise and unwavering commitment to fishing success

(10)

1-4 Guests

4-6 Hours

3 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$450

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Lake Ontario

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Praised for unmatched Lake Ontario knowledge and helping guests catch trophy fish

(7)

1-6 Guests

6-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available Next Month

Starts from$650

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Lake Ontario

42 years experience • Master Guide • Live Bait • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for consistent salmon limits and expert local knowledge of Lake Ontario

(19)

1-6 Guests

5-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$600

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Buffalo

19 years experience • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers praise Captain Randy's unmatched Lake Toho expertise and exceptional bass fishing trips

(5)

1-2 Guests

5 Hours

1 Trip

Available in 3 Months

Starts from$325

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Buffalo

10 years experience • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Praised for unparalleled local knowledge and consistently putting guests on impressive catches

(5)

1-4 Guests

4-7 Hours

2 Trips

Available Next Week

Starts from$450

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Lake Ontario

12 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Customers rave about Captain Gerald's expertise and incredible Chinook Salmon catches

(5)

1-6 Guests

8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$750

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Lake Ontario

14 years experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Guests rave about Matt's fish-finding ability and hitting limits while other boats struggle

(24)

3-6 Guests

4-8 Hours

7 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$475

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Lake Ontario

10 years experience • Good with kids • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups

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Praised for relentless fish-finding effort and top-notch instruction

(7)

3-6 Guests

5-8 Hours

6 Trips

Available in 6 Months

Starts from$600

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Maine

25 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing

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Hunters praise Craig's expertise, well-trained dogs, and unforgettable tracking adventures

(5)

1-8 Guests

6-8 Hours

10 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$175

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Niagara Falls

56 years experience

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Guests rave about Gerald's passion and knowledge creating unforgettable educational experiences

(5)

8-35 Guests

2-12 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$65

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Ratings & Reviews Summary in Buffalo

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Fishing in Buffalo, New York offers access to the productive waters of Lake Erie, where charter trips target walleye, salmon, steelhead, and lake trout. Anglers enjoy well-equipped boats that handle lake conditions while guides focus on finding productive spots through tactical adjustments to lures, depths, and speeds. The fishing experience emphasizes both success and education, with captains sharing local knowledge and fishing tactics throughout trips. Guides demonstrate strong commitment to safety with thorough briefings and professional approaches that accommodate everyone from seasoned anglers to families with children. Many guests report impressive catches and book return trips, praising the friendly atmosphere and scenic sunset cruises that showcase stunning Lake Erie views in a relaxed setting.

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Buffalo

5.0 / 5.0

Based on 141 reviews by Guidesly users

mike

June 8, 2025

Trip taken June 7, 2025

Lake, AM - 4.00hour Trip

6:00 AM - 10:00 AM

3 Guests

We met at the dock. I like to be early so I got there about an hour before the trip and he was already there smiling and ready to go fishing. The safety talk was short and to the point . I have been on other trips where nothing about safety was mentioned(Not good ). The trip to the fishing spot was short and the boat was skillfully handled. The most important part of the trip, catching fish was accomplished successfully with myself and two buddies all catching fish, we even caught a rock, had to throw that back, it was out of season. We all had a great time and the fish cooperated, Captain Tom did an outstanding job. We are all looking forward to our next trip. I would highly recommend Captain Tom to Fisherman of any level. BOTTOM LINE: We had a great time with a great guide! Michael S. Cilip

Captain Tom Sieczkarek

Replied on June 16, 2025

Hi Mike! Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure meeting eveeyone and glad you all had a good time. Looking forward to our nrxt outing! Your business is appreciated! Tight lines -Captain Tom

Lake Erie

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Customers praise Captain Tom's walleye expertise and professional Lake Erie charters

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1-4 Guests

4-6 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$400

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Richard

May 13, 2025

Trip taken May 9, 2025

Lake, AM - 5.00hour Trip

6:00 AM - 11:00 AM

1 Guest

Very enjoyable excursion

Lake Ontario

10 years experience • Good with kids • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for relentless fish-finding effort and top-notch instruction

(7)

3-6 Guests

5-8 Hours

6 Trips

Available in 6 Months

Starts from$600

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James

November 24, 2024

Trip taken November 24, 2024

Lake, AM - 4.00hour Trip

7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

4 Guests

Great trip. He kept us on the fish the whole trip. Work with 10 yo grandson to keep him involved and catching great stripers. Might have to become a family tradition.

Guide Brad Whitehead

Replied on November 25, 2024

James Hunt, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.

Lake Lanier

24 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for consistent fish catches and expert lake knowledge with top-quality equipment

(49)

4-8 Guests

5-6 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$450

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Warren H

October 29, 2024

1 Guest

Had an incredible day with our guide, Hayden! He got us into the perfect spot, and we were reeling in fish non-stop throughout the trip. We landed some stunning, big Brown Trout and had an absolute blast fishing the beautiful waters of Oak Orchard Creek. A big shoutout to Hayden’s patience—he was amazing with us beginners! We lost flies, got snagged in trees, tangled his gear, and he never once lost his cool. Truly a top-notch guide! I can’t recommend Creek Chubs Guide Service enough for anyone looking to have a successful and fun day on the Oak. Tight lines! Warren Harden

New York

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Guests praise Hayden's perfect spot selection and incredible patience with beginners

(1)

1-8 Guests

8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$450

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Debra

May 4, 2024

Trip taken May 4, 2024

Offshore, AM - 5 hrs Trip

7:30 AM - 12:30 PM

4 Guests

Incredible fishing, Dave definitely knows where to find the fish!!! Had an AWESOME time!!! Highly recommend End of the Line.

Buffalo, NY

33 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers rave about Captain Dave's fish-finding expertise and consistent limits

(37)

1-4 Guests

5-7 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$320

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Fishing Charters in Buffalo, New York

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Top Species

American Yellow Perch

Atlantic Salmon

Black Drum

Bluegill

Brook Trout

Brown Trout

Channel Catfish

Chinook Salmon

Coho Salmon

Common Carp

Crappie

Freshwater Drum

Lake Trout

Largemouth Bass

Mahi Mahi or Common Dolphinfish

Muskellunge

Northern Pike

Rainbow Trout

Red Snapper

Redfish

Rock Bass

Sea Trout

Smallmouth Bass

Spotted Bass

Steelhead Trout

Striped Bass

Walleye

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Who are the best rated guides in Buffalo?

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