Lorain Fishing Reports (April 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Lorain

Don LInt
North Lawrence, Ohio
Reported: 1 month ago

Don LInt North Lawrence, Ohio Reported: 1 month ago

The weather finally broke a little for the better this week. First tournament of the year is this Saturday. We were able to get out last couple days. The fish are getting ready for the spawning season. For us on Erie that means one thing the possibility of a true giant. The first trip didn't disappoint anchored by a true trophy 30 inch fish. Slow trolling p-10 crank baits was the key. The fishing should be incredible for the next 6 weeks

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Chris Gupton
Lakeside Marblehead, Ohio
Reported: 8 months ago

Fishing is extremely good right now!

Chris Gupton Lakeside Marblehead, Ohio Reported: 8 months ago

Fishing is extremely good right now!

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Michael Mochan
Port Clinton, Ohio
Reported: 1 year ago

Fishing has been on fire, night bite has been really hot also.

Michael Mochan Port Clinton, Ohio Reported: 1 year ago

Fishing has been on fire, night bite has been really hot also.

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Robert Hughey
Port Clinton, Ohio
Reported: 1 year ago

Perch is still going strong around the island area. Stickers and spreaders tipped with shinners are working. Walleyes are being caught from Cleveland west to islands. Trollingis the key right now. Stick baits and spoons are working. The catches are averaging 5 pounds. Walleyes are still moving west for the...

Robert Hughey Port Clinton, Ohio Reported: 1 year ago

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Ronnie Rhodes
Sheffield Lake, Ohio
Reported: 1 year ago

Fishing is pretty good, lots of big big wind, not fun lol. Water temp needs to go down a bunch for the really big fish to start chopping.

Ronnie Rhodes Sheffield Lake, Ohio Reported: 1 year ago

Fishing is pretty good, lots of big big wind, not fun lol. Water temp needs to go down a bunch for the really big fish to start chopping.

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Michael Mochan
Port Clinton, Ohio
Reported: 1 year ago

Cleveland is on fire with a great grade of fish! Now is the time to fill the freezer.

Michael Mochan Port Clinton, Ohio Reported: 1 year ago

Cleveland is on fire with a great grade of fish! Now is the time to fill the freezer.

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David Borzeniatow
Port Clinton, Ohio
Reported: 2 years ago

Late June early July fishing has been stellar! Our well kept secret is a beach bite this time of year Cloudy days rule its shallow but w some breeze sunny days haven't been anything less than a blast! Crank baits and harnesses behind jets.

David Borzeniatow Port Clinton, Ohio Reported: 2 years ago

Late June early July fishing has been stellar!
Our well kept secret is a beach bite this time of year Cloudy days rule its shallow but w some breeze sunny days haven't been anything less than a blast!
Crank baits and harnesses behind jets.

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Scott Heston with Captain Scott's Catfish Charter
Sandusky, Ohio
Reported: 3 years ago

Season’s been out since my last trip on Oct 1. Fishing was still hot then (see pics) and it’ll be back in full swing come May. Book your trip today to lock in your spot before they fill up!

Scott Heston with Captain Scott's Catfish Charter Sandusky, Ohio Reported: 3 years ago

Season’s been out since my last trip on Oct 1. Fishing was still hot then (see pics) and it’ll be back in full swing come May. Book your trip today to lock in your spot before they fill up!

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★★★★★
Don was a great captain for our trip. His boat was well maintained and clean. Don was great at explaining how best to fish for our group who were new to walleye fishing.
Charles G. | September 6, 2025

Trip: Big Walleye (troll Jig Or Cast)
★★★★★
Very knowledgeable, very kind. This was a great experience. He was also very charismatic. I highly recommend Sean for walleye fishing
Terry T. | August 16, 2025

Trip: Lake Erie Walleye Run
★★★★★
Captain Bob went above and beyond trying to put us on some fish. Eventually we were able to pull some in. Not the mother load but a great time just the same! My 9 year old is now hooked (yes pun intended) on walleye fishing. Thanks, BJ, Beth, and Gus
B J. | August 14, 2025

Trip: Prime Time Lake Erie Walleye
★★★★★
Sean was a super cool guy, really knows his stuff we caught our limit in August when other people were not. He has a very clean boat and nice equipment. Also does a heck of a job cleaning the fish for you. I highly recommend Sean.
Charles W. | August 11, 2025

Trip: Lake Erie Walleye Run
★★★★★
My son and I and 4 other friends had a blast on our full day excursion with Capt. Alex. He was a wonderful Captain, kind courteous, informative and fun. I would highly recommend Captain Alex and Captain Experiences to anyone looking for an enjoyable day of fishing. Thank you Alex. Dave Vachon.
David R. | July 21, 2024

Trip: Lake Erie Walleye Roundup
★★★★★
Excellent trip
Kyle W. | June 19, 2024

Trip: Prime Time Lake Erie Walleye
★★★★★
Larry was a great guide - put us on top of lots of Walleye. We got our 30 fish limit in 4 hours. The boat - Walleye Magnet - was awesome and perfectly set up to catch tons of keepers.
Brandon M. | June 16, 2024

Trip: Lake Erie Walleye Catch
★★★★★
We had an amazing experience. Capt Sean was very knowledgeable of the area and knew where the fish were. We are looking forward to our next trip already.
Adam H. | June 18, 2023

Trip: Lake Erie Walleye Run
★★★★★
Sean was a fantastic guide. He's very personable and we had great conversation in addition to catching a lot of fish! His boat was clean and spacious, I'll definitely be booking him again.
Josh H. | June 5, 2023

Trip: Lake Erie Walleye Run
★★★★★
Our captian was great. Very knowledgeable and explained what was going on since it was our first time on a charter. Really came in the clutch to get us near our limit at the end. I would recommend these guys and I will be booking again.
Eldon L. | May 14, 2023

Trip: Lake Erie Walleye Roundup

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