Weekday Fishing: Lake Erie

NEW Dunkirk, NY 1 - 6 People 5 - 7 Hours From $550 Trip #11881
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About Your Trip

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Spend a weekday on the legendary waters of Lake Erie with Captain Matthew for a high-action trip targeting some of the lake’s most sought-after species. These 5- and 7-hour weekday trips are perfect for friends, families, and small groups (up to 4 adults & 2 kids) looking for steady bites and a fun day on big water.

Depending on the season, you’ll target Walleye, Lake Trout, Steelhead, Smallmouth Bass, and Yellow Perch using a mix...

About Your Trip

Spend a weekday on the legendary waters of Lake Erie with Captain Matthew for a high-action trip targeting some of the lake’s most sought-after species. These 5- and 7-hour weekday trips are perfect for friends, families, and small groups (up to 4 adults & 2 kids) looking for steady bites and a fun day on big water.

Depending on the season, you’ll target Walleye, Lake Trout, Steelhead, Smallmouth Bass, and Yellow Perch using a mix of trolling, jigging, drifting, and light or heavy tackle. Techniques and locations are adjusted throughout the trip to match conditions and keep rods bending.

Trip Options

5-Hour Trip: Fast-paced action and a great introduction to Lake Erie fishing

7-Hour Trip: More time on the water and more opportunities to reach deeper, productive areas

Your Boat

You’ll fish from a 26’ Crevalle center console equipped with downriggers, GPS, fishfinder, live well, ice box, and a private compartment with a portable marine toilet for comfort.

What’s Included

- Rods, reels, tackle, and proven artificial lures
- A relaxed, kid-friendly environment with hands-on guidance

What to Bring

A valid fishing license for everyone, sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, drinks, and snacks.

If Lake Erie fishing is on your bucket list, this weekday trip is a productive and enjoyable way to experience it with a captain who knows these waters inside and out.
Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

5 hours 7 hours
1 Person
$550.00
$700.00
2 People
$550.00
$700.00
3 People
$550.00
$700.00
4 People
$550.00
$700.00
5 People
$550.00
$700.00
6 People
$550.00
$700.00
Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Matt S.

Independent Guide
Capt. Matt is experienced in navigating the waters of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario and is ready to take you on a thrilling fishing excursion. Join him on a memorable fishing trip where you can focus on reeling Walleye, Yellow Perch, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lake Trout, or Smallmouth Bass on Lake Erie. Or take a exciting trolling trip on Lake Ontario and find Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Brown Trout, or Lake Trout....

About Your Guide

Matt S.

Independent Guide
Capt. Matt is experienced in navigating the waters of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario and is ready to take you on a thrilling fishing excursion. Join him on a memorable fishing trip where you can focus on reeling Walleye, Yellow Perch, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lake Trout, or Smallmouth Bass on Lake Erie. Or take a exciting trolling trip on Lake Ontario and find Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Brown Trout, or Lake Trout. Your trip can be customized to whatever you want!
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Start Location & Lodging Options

Dunkirk, New York
Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Weekday Fishing: Lake Erie
Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Crevalle
Year Built
2017
Boat Length
26'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Crevalle
Year Built
2017
Boat Length
26'
Boat Restroom
Yes
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha
Total Horsepower
300
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Live bait well, Ice box
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
View Full Species Seasonality Chart »
  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

  • Artificial Lure Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Jigging
  • Light Tackle Fishing
  • Trolling

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.
You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 7 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.
In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!
In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.
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