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Lake Fishing Trip in Oak Harbor

Afternoon Trip Walleye Or Perch

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28 ft 1 - 12 People From $600
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Lake Fishing Trip in Oak Harbor

Short PM Trip Perch Or Walleye!

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28 ft 1 - 12 People From $550
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Lake Fishing Trip in Oak Harbor

Lake Erie Yellow Perch Charter

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28 ft 1 - 12 People From $625
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Lake Fishing Trip in Oak Harbor

Short Day Trip Perch Or Walleye

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28 ft 1 - 12 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Lake Fishing Trip in Oak Harbor

Walleye And Perch Execution

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30 ft 1 - 12 People From $760
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Fishing in Destin

Lake Fishing Trip in Oak Harbor

Family, Friends And Fun

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30 ft 1 - 12 People From $740

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Lake Fishing Trip in Oak Harbor

Lake Erie Trophy Walleye Trip

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28 ft 1 - 12 People From $625
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Nearshore, Lake Fishing Charter near Oak Harbor

Trophy Lake Erie Walleye

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21 ft 1 - 8 People From $400
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Lake Fishing Trip near Oak Harbor

Late Erie Walleye And Perch

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30 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
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Lake Fishing Trip near Oak Harbor

Cleveland /Lorain Trophy Walleye

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21 ft 1 - 3 People From $500
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Nearshore, Lake Fishing Charter near Oak Harbor

Big Walleye (troll Jig Or Cast)

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21 ft 1 - 8 People From $400
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Lake Fishing Trip near Oak Harbor

Am Walleye Charter

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30 ft 1 - 12 People From $720
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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in Oak Harbor

What are the best live bait fishing trips in Oak Harbor?

Why should I book a live bait fishing trip in Oak Harbor with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 13 live bait fishing trips in Oak Harbor, and the most popular trips in the area are Lake Erie Trophy Walleye Trip guided by Dustin, Lake Erie Yellow Perch Charter guided by Dustin, and Short day trip perch or walleye guided by Dustin.

Our guides in Oak Harbor are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3818 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Oak Harbor? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Oak Harbor.

What types of live bait fishing trips are common in Oak Harbor?

Lake fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Oak Harbor as well as river fishing and nearshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Oak Harbor are: 1. walleye, 2. perch, 3. steelhead, 4. smallmouth bass, and 5. flathead catfish.

How much does an Oak Harbor live bait fishing fishing trip cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Oak Harbor can range anywhere from about $515 to $1,527, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Oak Harbor is $839. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Oak Harbor is $1,152.

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 live bait fishing trip in Oak Harbor?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing trip in Oak Harbor is fall, and most anglers book their trips 36 days in advance.

Do I need a Oak Harbor fishing license and what are the bag limits in Oak Harbor?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Oak Harbor, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Oak Harbor. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Oak Harbor.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Ron was a great guide! He was super funny, did the best he could to make sure we caught fish, & overall gave us a great experience. 10/10 would recommend, would totally book again!

    Emily B. | July 30, 2024

    Trip: Half-Day Lake Erie Hook-Up

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent trip

    Kyle W. | June 19, 2024

    Trip: Lake Erie Smallies, Walleye, Perch

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