Avon Lake Fishing Guides

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 the perfect half-day Walleye trip on the beautiful waters of Lake Erie, there's no better trip than one with Captain Moke! He's an expert guide who's great at putting his clients on "wallhanger" Walleye, and he'll show you a great time whether you're totally green or already an experienced angler. On this trip, you'll be trolling and drifting for lunker Walleye, throwing a variety of lures to draw bites. Walleye are some of the best-eating freshwater fish out there, and they're super fun for every level of angler! These fish migrate across Lake Erie every year, moving from colder, deeper waters to warmer areas and back. They can be caught reliably all year long. You'll be fishing from the deck of Captain Moke's 21' WarriorHigh Performance Muli 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

Get out there with Captain Lloyd and spend the day chasing Walleye year-round and Perch in the early fall months, on Lake Erie! Walleye are a consistent target on lake Erie, and can be targeted anytime the weather is warm enough to get out on the water (April 30 - Oct 31), Perch become a viable target to mix in come September when the water starts cool down a little bit. Lloyd has been fishing here for decades, and over the course of this full-day trip, he'll take you to all of the best spots to hook 'em up. Both Perch and Walleye are excellent eating and are fun for anglers of all levels. You'll be fishing with classic light tackle cast-and-retrieve techniques, using a variety of lures. Captain Lloyd's 30’ Baha can comfortably fit up to 6 guests, plus the captain himself. She runs a 400HP Volvo Penta engine, and features a toilet, ice boxes, and fishfinder to enhance your fishing. Everything you need for an amazing trip will be provided by Captain Lloyd. He’ll bring all the equipment including rods, reels, tackle, and bait. All you need is sun protection, appropriate clothing, and your fishing licenses! Check the weather reports a couple days before your trip so you can come prepared. Read More

If you've been searching for the Walleye trip of a lifetime, look no further. Captain Chris is an expert when it comes to fishing Lake Erie for these gamefish, and he'll make sure that you and yours have a blast and go home with a trophy, a full cooler, or both! In order to maximize the chances of success, Captain Chris follows the fish as they migrate around the lake. In the spring, you'll fish the western basin, 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. As the season progresses, you may switch to spoons or other lures depending on what's getting the bite. Captain Chris will make sure to get you set up with the best tackle, no matter the season! You'll be fishing out there aboard his 20' Fishmaster built in 2017. She's a fast boat that's ideal for trolling, with twin 225-HP Mercury outboards 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 license, and a good attitude! 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 Lake Erie Walleye trip of a lifetime, look no further. Captain Keith is a pro when it comes to fishing Lake Erie for these famous gamefish, and he'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 follows 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 arent 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 27' Sportcraft cuddy cabin, a fast boat that's ideal for trolling, with an enclosed cabin to keep you comfortable all day. She also runs a Crusader 454 inboard 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