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Q: Who are the best rated guides in Cleveland?

Some of the best rated guides in Cleveland are: The Bend Company Fly Fishing Guide Service Lake Erie Charter Service LLC Three Lil Bird Charters Bulldog Charters A&C Sportfishing Charters Down Range Charters LLc Reel Therapy Sportfishing Captain Ken’s Wild Wings Johnny Boy Charters Reel Thrill Charters

Q: What are the top fishing types in Cleveland?

Some of the best trip types in Cleveland are: River Fishing Inshore Fishing Offshore Fishing Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing Bird hunting Wrecks/Reefs Fishing Flats/Shallows Fishing Hunting from Blinds

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

Some of the top fish species you can catch in Cleveland are: American Yellow Perch Blue Catfish Bluefish Brown Trout Channel Catfish Chinook Salmon Coho Salmon Common Carp Flathead Catfish Grey Snapper

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.

Cleveland Fishing Charters(60 charters available)60 charters available

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Port Clinton, OH, United States

30 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Deep Sea Fishing • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Customers rave about Ken's lake knowledge and ability to put them on fish consistently

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4-6 Guests

4-8 Hours

14 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$850

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Lake Erie

18 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Customers rave about Captain Dan's walleye expertise and consistent limits on Lake Erie

(15)

5-6 Guests

5-7 Hours

6 Trips

Available in 2 Months

Starts from$500

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Lake Erie

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Customers love Aaron's fish-finding expertise and family-friendly approach on Lake Erie

(25)

1-6 Guests

5-10 Hours

14 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$460

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Lake Erie

8 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Guests praise Captain Rob's expertise and ability to consistently get them on fish

(19)

4-8 Guests

4-7 Hours

5 Trips

Available in 4 Months

Starts from$500

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Cleveland

17 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • I Tie My Own Flies • Saltwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Customers rave about Captain Mike putting them on fish immediately and treating guests like family

(17)

1-4 Guests

3-6 Hours

3 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$300

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Port Clinton, OH

9 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Praised for consistent walleye limits and patient teaching of fishing techniques

(17)

1-6 Guests

4-7 Hours

7 Trips

Available in 4 Months

Starts from$600

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Cleveland, Ohio

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Praised for consistently helping guests reach walleye limits and exceptional professionalism

(13)

1-3 Guests

4 Hours

6 Trips

Available in 4 Months

Starts from$400

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Vermilion, OH, United States

49 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Guests love Captain Mike's Lake Erie expertise and ability to find the best fishing spots

(14)

1-4 Guests

4 Hours

5 Trips

Available in 4 Months

Starts from$400

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Ohio

15 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Guests praise Michael's local knowledge and multi-species catches including 50+ fish trips

(14)

4-8 Guests

4-15 Hours

12 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$375

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Port Clinton, OH

25 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Praised for patient teaching with kids and consistent fish catches on Lake Erie

(13)

1-6 Guests

5-7 Hours

6 Trips

Available in 4 Months

Starts from$500

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Lake Erie

7 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups

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Customers rave about Captain Al's 50+ years expertise and consistent walleye limits

(13)

1-4 Guests

6 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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Cleveland

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Praised for putting clients on steelhead even in tough conditions with expert local knowledge

(13)

1-2 Guests

4-8 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$325

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Fishing in Cleveland, Ohio offers outstanding Lake Erie charter experiences targeting walleye and perch. Anglers fish the productive waters of Lake Erie, where experienced captains use planers and deep drops to locate fish in both calm and challenging conditions. Many guests reach their walleye limits within just 2-3 hours during half-day trips, even when facing storms and murky water. The fishing experience stands out for its family-friendly atmosphere, with guides showing remarkable patience when working with children and beginners. Captains provide quality equipment and well-maintained boats while teaching fishing techniques and answering questions throughout the trip. Professional guides excel at finding productive spots away from crowded areas and expertly handle rough water conditions to ensure safe, successful outings for both first-time walleye fishers and experienced anglers.

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Cleveland

5 / 5

Based on 550 reviews by Guidesly users

Brooke W

August 22, 2025

1 Guest

Captain Chris Capto was fantastic from start to finish. He communicated with me before the trip, and when bad weather rolled in, he quickly helped us reschedule for the following day. He was already at the Huron boat ramp when we arrived and took time to explain everything, answering all of our family’s questions about Lake Erie, fishing, and his impressive boat. We still caught several Walleye even though it wasn’t peak season. Chris even filleted our fish at the end, which was a great bonus and not something most charters include.

Lake Erie, North America

1-4 Guests

5-6 Hours

7 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$450

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Michael N.

July 12, 2025

1 Guest

Had an awesome time on the water and brought in a full limit of walleye! The captain and first mate were friendly, professional, and clearly knew where to find the fish—we were hooked up almost immediately. Highly recommend this charter for anyone looking to have a successful day on Lake Erie.

Cleveland, Ohio

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Praised for consistently helping guests reach walleye limits and exceptional professionalism

(13)

1-3 Guests

4 Hours

6 Trips

Available in 4 Months

Starts from$400

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Ryan M

July 11, 2025

1 Guest

My son and I had the opportunity to take a trip with RiverJet Outfitters this past weekend. We had such an amazing time! Michael is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and entertaining! The laughs and memories that were created will last a lifetime! We highly recommend taking a trip out with RiverJet Outfitters! We will definitely be booking another trip in the future!

Ohio

15 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Guests praise Michael's local knowledge and multi-species catches including 50+ fish trips

(14)

4-8 Guests

4-15 Hours

12 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$375

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Mike

July 6, 2025

Trip taken October 13, 2024

Inshore, AM - 6.00hour Trip

6:00 AM - 12:00 PM

5 Guests

James is the best captain, kids loved the trip!

Lake Erie

7 Yrs experience • Technical Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers praise James for putting them on fish when others struggle and sharing valuable knowledge

(10)

3-5 Guests

4-6 Hours

7 Trips

Available in 4 Months

Starts from$350

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Juston

August 5, 2025

Trip taken August 5, 2025

Lake, AM - 6 Hours Trip

6:30 AM - 12:30 PM

4 Guests

Great Captain and Crew! We took our children and they had a great time! Caught some great Walleye, highly recommend!

Lake Erie

33 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Customers rave about Captain John's walleye expertise and consistent limit catches

(13)

1-6 Guests

6 Hours

5 Trips

Available in 4 Months

Starts from$450

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Top Species

American Yellow Perch

Blue Catfish

Bluefish

Brown Trout

Channel Catfish

Chinook Salmon

Coho Salmon

Common Carp

Flathead Catfish

Grey Snapper

King Mackerel

Largemouth Bass

Muskellunge

Rainbow Trout

Redfish

Sauger

Sea Bass

Sheepshead

Smallmouth Bass

Snook

Steelhead Trout

Striped Bass

Tarpon

Walleye

White Bass

White Catfish

White Perch

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