Avon Lake Fishing Guides

If you've been searching for the Lake Erie Walleye trip of a lifetime, look no further. This trip is a blast, Captain Keith and Captain Bronson are pros when it comes to fishing Lake Erie! They'll make sure that you and yours have a great time and go home with a trophy, a full cooler, or both! In order to maximize your chances of success, Captain Keith and his crew follow the fish as they migrate around the lake. In the spring, the fish hang out on the western side of the lake, then move east as the water begins to warm up. In the fall, the fish head back west and eat like crazy as they prepare for the long winter. If you're looking to catch a trophy, spring and fall are the times to do it! On this trip, you'll be using a variety of lures to draw bites. Depending on the time of year, there are a several different techniques to choose from. In the spring, you'll employ diving crank baits that can find Walleye down in the deep, cold water. Towards the middle of the summer, you'll focus on trolling higher in the water column. As the season progresses, you may switch to spoons or other lures depending on what's getting the bite. Captain Keith will make sure to get you set up with the best tackle, no matter the season! Although Walleye aren't known as huge fighters, they're widely regarded as some of the best freshwater eating fish out there! When you're fishing with Captain Keith, he'll make sure you head home with a cooler full of dinner. You'll be fishing out there aboard his 23' Hydra-Sports Center Console, a boat that's ideal for trolling and casting from. She also runs a Evinrude 225hp outboard engine so you'll be out there in the blink of an eye! You'll be provided with everything you need for a blue-ribbon fishing trip; all you need to bring is proper clothing for the weather, your Ohio fishing licenses, and a good attitude! Captain Keith offers $25 off for kids, First Responders, and military servicemembers and veterans—please let us know if you or one of the members of your group is in this category! Read More

Go aboard with Captain Ryan and spend a day hooking Walleye on Lake Erie! Over the course of this trip, Captain Ryan will take you to his favorite fishing holes to target Walleye, the most popular gamefish species in Ohio and a top-notch eating fish! On this trip, you'll be using a variety of lures to draw bites. Depending on the time of year, there are a several different techniques to choose from. In the spring, you'll use deep-diving crank baits to find Walleye hanging out in the lower levels of the water column. Towards the middle of the summer, you'll focus on trolling. As the season progresses, you may switch to spoons or other lures depending on what's getting the bite. Captain Ryan will make sure to get you set up with the best tackle, no matter the season! His 20' Skeeter skiff can comfortably fit up to 3 guests, plus the captain himself. She's powered by a 250-HP Yamaha engine, so you'll be able to spend less time cruising and more time fishing. In addition, the skiff is equipped with a 9.9 Yamaha kicker motor and a MinnKota Terrova electric trolling motor for amazing maneuverability in shallow water! Everything you need for an amazing trip will be provided by Captain Ryan. He’ll bring all the equipment including rods, reels, tackle, and bait. All you need is sun protection, your Ohio fishing licenses, and appropriate clothing. Check the weather reports a couple days before your trip so you come prepared! Read More

Although Lake Erie isn't the biggest or the deepest of the Great Lakes, it certainly has some of the best fishing, with strong native stocks of Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Perch, and more! On this trip with Captain Charles, you'll focus on catching up the Yellow Perch, a top-notch eating fish that are a blast to catch! Perch weight in at just a couple of pounds, but they're surprisingly agile and will put up a good fight on light tackle. In addition, they often hang out in groups, so getting multiple fish on at one time isn't uncommon. You'll be chasing these pint-sized sportfish with classic light tackle fishing techniques. Perch will hit both bait and lures, so you can switch things up depending on the conditions. Captain Charles will make sure you're set up with the best tackle for the job! You'll get out there aboard his 27' Sportcraft sportfisher, a beautiful boat with a big deck for fishing. She runs a 300-HP engine so you'll be out there in the blink of an eye, and has plenty of amenities to keep you comfortable. You'll be provided with everything you need for a blue-ribbon fishing trip; all you need to bring is proper clothing for the weather, your Ohio fishing licenses, and a good attitude! Read More

If you've been searching for the fishing trip of a lifetime, look no further. Captain Mike ("Moke") is very experienced when it comes to fishing Lake Erie for both Trophy Walleye and Steelhead. On this trip, you'll be trolling for "wallhanger" Walleye, and thrashing Steelhead off shore. Depending on the time of year, there are a several different techniques to choose from. In the spring, you'll employ diving crank baits that can find Walleye down in the deep, cold water. Towards the middle of the summer, you'll focus on trolling for Walleye towards the middle of the water column. This is an exciting (and chaotic) way to fish when multiple rods start bending at once! You'll also be trolling for Steelhead, a type of fish that's essentially a Rainbow Trout on steroids. These fish hit hard, jump high, and are extremely fun to fight. They're also excellent eating, whether you choose to throw some fillets on the grill or sear them on the stove. You'll be fishing from the deck of Captain Moke's 21' Warrior High performance Muti Species boat 350-HP Suzuki engines, so you'll be absolutely flying off the dock and out to the hot fishing spots! Captain Moke will supply everything you need for a blue-ribbon day, including all rods, reels, bait and tackle! Just bring a cooler with some snacks and drinks, sunscreen, and proper clothing! Let’s go fishing! Read More

If you've been looking for a unique Walleye trip on Lake Erie, this night trip might just be for you. Captain Keith is an expert Walleye fisherman, and he offers this night trip in the late fall, when the bite is hot and tournament fishing is in full swing! On this trip, you'll be targeting Walleye, the most popular gamefish on Lake Erie. These fish are very active at night, using their big eyes to spot prey swimming above them. On this trip, you'll be using a variety of lures to draw bites. Depending on what's been hitting the most, Captain Keith will make sure you're all set with the best tackle for the job. You'll be fishing out there aboard his 27' Sportcraft cuddy cabin or 23' Hydra-Sports Center Console depending on group size and boat availability. You'll be provided with everything you need for a blue-ribbon fishing trip; all you need to bring is proper clothing for the weather, your Ohio fishing licenses, and a good attitude! Captain Keith offers $25 off for kids, First Responders, and military servicemembers and veterans—please let us know if you or one of the members of your group is in this category! Read More

If you've been looking for a unique Walleye trip on Lake Erie, this evening trip might just be for you. Captain Mike is an expert when it comes to fishing Lake Erie for trophy Walleye and Steelhead On this trip, we’ll be looking for trophy walleye in the dark and close to shore. This is when the fish are ou top of the water feeding getting ready for winter. This is one of the best fishing on Lake Erie. You'll be fishing at night, when these fish are out and active! You'll be fishing from the deck of Captain Mike's 21' Warrior high performance Multi Species boat 350-HP Suzuki engines, so you'll be absolutely flying off the dock and out to the hot fishing spots! Captain Mike will supply everything you need for a blue-ribbon day, including all rods, reels, bait and tackle! Just bring a cooler with some snacks and drinks, sunscreen, and proper clothing! Let’s go fishing! Read More