Recently Booked Bottom Fishing Guides In Ohio
Afternoon Trip Walleye Or Perch
Walleye And Perch Execution
Lake Erie Classic Walleye Trip
Lake Erie Catfish Special
Deep Sea, Nearshore, Lake in Lorain
Full Day Walleye Fishing
Lake Fishing in Lakeside Marblehead
Walleye & Yellow Perch FIshing
Top Cities for Bottom Fishing in Ohio
Top Types of Bottom Fishing Trips in Ohio
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Lake Fishing in Lakeside Marblehead
Full Walleye Charter – Lake Erie
Short Day Trip Perch Or Walleye
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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in Ohio
What are the best bottom fishing trips in Ohio?
The best bottom fishing trips in Ohio are:
- Lake Erie Sportfishing Charters guided by Dustin T.
- Captain Ken's Wild Wings guided by Kenny L.
- Mar-Lu Sport Fishing Resort guided by Ronald S.
- Fishin Ful Myrmidon Charters guided by Robert H.
- Lake Erie Charter Service guided by Tom U. with 19 years of experience
Why should I book a bottom fishing trip in Ohio with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 19 bottom fishing trips in Ohio, and the most popular trips in the area are Afternoon Trip Walleye Or Perch guided by Dustin, Walleye And Perch Execution guided by Ryan, and Lake Erie Classic Walleye Trip guided by Jim.
Our guides in Ohio are rated a 4.71 out of 5 based on 9629 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.
All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.
Looking for kid friendly bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons in Ohio? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Ohio.
What types of bottom fishing trips are common in Ohio?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Ohio as well as lake fishing and nearshore fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Ohio are: 1. walleye, 2. perch, 3. smallmouth bass, 4. blue catfish, and 5. channel catfish.
How much does an Ohio bottom fishing fishing trip cost?
Prices for bottom fishing in Ohio can range anywhere from about $600 to $1,680, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Ohio is $893. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Ohio is $1,246.
Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?
Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.
Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.
Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.
Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.
What month is best for on a bottom fishing trip in Ohio?
The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing trip in Ohio is summer, and most anglers book their trips 34 days in advance.
Do I need a Ohio fishing license and what are the bag limits in Ohio?
See here for more information on fishing licenses in Ohio, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Ohio. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in Ohio.
Recent Reviews
Very good experience. I will definitely recommend.
Jesse D. | September 28, 2026
Captain Tom was awesome and we had a great time on the lake. Highly recommend using his charter.
Kyle H. | August 2, 2026
Trip: Full Day Walleye Fishing
We had a great time and caught our limit in walleye. Alex had the boat and fishing gear ready to go when got there and after a brief safety review we were on our way. As already mentioned, we caught our limit within a couple of hours. Then afterwards Alex directed us to where we could get our catch cleaned, which was also a big help because we were not that familiar with the area. Thanks again for a good time Alex.
Don M. | July 25, 2026
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
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
