Top Rated Fishing Charters in Pennsylvania

Q: Who are the best rated guides in Pennsylvania?

Some of the best rated guides in Pennsylvania are: Old Line Guide Service Chasing Dreams Sportfishing Old Timer Charters What That Vise Do Loco-Loco Fishing Charters Cast Above Charters Reel Obsession Fishing Charters Hammer Down Bowfishing LLC Bass Fishing Lake Erie On Stream Assassins

Q: What are the top fishing types in Pennsylvania?

Some of the best trip types in Pennsylvania are: River Fishing Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing Offshore Fishing Inshore Fishing Flats/Shallows Fishing

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

Some of the top fish species you can catch in Pennsylvania are: American Yellow Perch Blue Catfish Bluegill Brook Trout Brown Trout Channel Catfish Chinook Salmon Coho Salmon Common Carp Crappie

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.

Pennsylvania Fishing Charters (29 charters available)

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Lake Erie

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Guests praise Captain Matt's Lake Erie expertise and consistent fish-finding success

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2-4 Guests

6-7 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$400

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Lake Erie

39 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Customers praise Todd's expertise and consistent walleye limits with professional service

(11)

4-5 Guests

5-8 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$650

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Philadelphia

27 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers rave about Captain Mark's fish-finding ability and Lake Erie expertise

(10)

1-4 Guests

2-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$300

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Susquehanna River

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Customers rave about Cameron's expertise in finding fish and his passionate, professional approach

(10)

2-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

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Starts from$350

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Susquehanna River

10 years experience

1-2 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

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Starts from$300

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Lake Erie

32 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families

1-6 Guests

2-4 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$400

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Harrisburg, PA

6 years experience • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for finding fish in tough conditions and delivering trophy bass catches

(5)

1-2 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available in 3 Weeks

Starts from$300

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Pittsburgh

6 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers praise Dennis for getting them on fish immediately and excellent teaching for all skill levels

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1-4 Guests

4 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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Lake Erie

33 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Praised for steelhead expertise, top-notch gear, and patient teaching with beginners

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4-8 Guests

6 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$300

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Lake Erie

26 years experience • Master Guide • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Praised for expert instruction, consistent fish catches, and friendly professionalism

(19)

2-8 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$100

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Lake Erie

11 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers rave about trophy smallmouth catches and Destin's extensive Lake Erie knowledge

(10)

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$400

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Bedford, PA

35 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • I Tie My Own Flies • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Guests praise Phil for keeping them on fish all day with great results

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1-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

3 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$375

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Ratings & Reviews Summary in Pennsylvania

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Fishing in Pennsylvania offers diverse opportunities from Lake Erie's productive waters to the renowned Susquehanna River system and local creeks. Anglers target smallmouth bass, walleye, steelhead, trout, and flatheads using techniques ranging from traditional trolling to fly fishing and specialized euro nymph methods. Lake Erie delivers consistent walleye action with trophy fish up to 25 pounds, while the Susquehanna produces impressive smallmouth catches of 18-50 fish per day. Guides accommodate all skill levels with patient instruction and educational approaches that help families and beginners succeed alongside experienced anglers.

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5.0 / 5.0

Based on 102 reviews by Guidesly users

Taylor Edwards

July 13, 2026

1 Guest

Best guide in the state. Highly experienced oarsmen and fly fisherman that has will you get into lots of, big fish, or both. Don't hesitate booking a trip. He's the man! Ive done two different floats and he will do what it takes to make sure it's the trip of a lifetime. Enjoy the beautiful Pennsylvania outdoors with a fun float!

Susquehanna River

10 years experience

1-2 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

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Starts from$300

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Nick H

March 20, 2026

1 Guest

My son and I had a great experience with Brandon! His knowledge of the water and water conditions, engaging personality, and outstanding customer service was second to none! The quantity and quality of the fish that we caught with him were exceptional (our smallest bass was 14" and we had two 20" bass that were over 4 pounds)! Brandon receives a definite "would recommend" from us! Brandon, thank you for such a great day!

Harrisburg, PA

6 years experience • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for finding fish in tough conditions and delivering trophy bass catches

(5)

1-2 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available in 3 Weeks

Starts from$300

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Chris M

November 8, 2025

1 Guest

My son and I went out with them yesterday, and it was an amazing experience! The captain and crew were friendly, professional, and ensured we were comfortable, caught plenty of fish, and stayed safe on the lake in November. Highly recommend them, and the meat and cheese tray was a thoughtful touch. We’re already looking forward to a follow-up spring trip.

Lake Erie

32 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families

1-6 Guests

2-4 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$400

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Kirk

June 9, 2025

Trip taken June 3, 2025

Lake, AM - 7 hrs Trip

5:00 AM - 12:00 PM

1 Guest

Great trip! Captain Matt and Mate Billy were excellent guides. They knew exactly where to go and were able to keep us busy pulling in fish for both days. They were fun, helpful, and were outstanding at cleaning the fish afterwards. Don't miss a chance to go with these guys!

Lake Erie

Guest Reviews Say:

Guests praise Captain Matt's Lake Erie expertise and consistent fish-finding success

(13)

2-4 Guests

6-7 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$400

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Giovanni R

April 30, 2025

1 Guest

Had a blast hunting trophy browns with my man Lucas. we took a calculated risk and it paid off. Big Browns chasing streamers in crystal clear water. Got to see over 30 fish of trophy size chase my fly, most didn't commit but went 2 for 2 on the ones that did. My only complaint was that Lucas looked better with my fish than I did

Lake Erie

26 years experience • Master Guide • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing • Drift Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for expert instruction, consistent fish catches, and friendly professionalism

(19)

2-8 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$100

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Fishing Charters in Pennsylvania, United States

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Top Species

American Yellow Perch

Blue Catfish

Bluegill

Brook Trout

Brown Trout

Channel Catfish

Chinook Salmon

Coho Salmon

Common Carp

Crappie

Flathead Catfish

Freshwater Drum

Great Snakehead

Lake Trout

Largemouth Bass

Muskellunge

Northern Pike

Pike-Perch

Rainbow Trout

River Carpsucker

River Redhorse

Smallmouth Bass

Sockeye Salmon

Steelhead Trout

Striped Bass

Walleye

White Sucker

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