Erie PA fishing charters
Walleye, smallmouth bass and yellow perch charters on Lake Erie out of Erie, Pennsylvania.
Book a Lake Erie fishing charter out of Erie, PA. Lake Erie is known for walleye, smallmouth bass and yellow perch, and Presque Isle Bay sits right off the city. Call and we'll match you with a local captain for your dates.
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Walleye, smallmouth bass and yellow perch trips on Lake Erie out of Erie, PA. Call and we'll match you with a local captain and confirm the trip length, price and meeting spot.
Call (407) 392-4593- Free cancellation up to 72 hours before
- Full refund or free reschedule if the guide cancels for weather
Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm. Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you before the trip.
What's included and what's not
- Local fishing captain
- Boat and fuel
- Rods, reels and tackle
- Safety equipment
- Pennsylvania fishing license with Lake Erie permit (most anglers 16 and older)
- Captain tip (10–20% is customary)
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to the marina
What to bring
Lake Erie off Erie, PA
Erie sits on the shore of Lake Erie, the shallowest of the Great Lakes, with Presque Isle Bay right off the city. Your captain picks the water for the day: the open lake with its reefs and rocks, or the sheltered bay when the wind picks up.
Fish you can catch on Lake Erie
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Smallmouth bassLearn moreReviews from Erie PA trips
5.0676 reviews
It was our 1st trip to Lake Erie fishing.We had a great day fishing with Capt Mark. It was windy with 3 and 4ft waves but his Ranger cut through the waves. We caught a few fish but we understood how fishing could be with the weather conditions. Mark is a seasoned fisherman and guide and we would…
Paul Hanner · October 2026 · Google
Got us in short notice. Put us on fish during a nice front
Luke Vankeuren · September 2026 · Google
Capt. Mark is top notch! Beautiful clean boat, knew how to get us on the fish fast! Absolutely will be booking with him again!
Marlay Shollenberger · September 2026 · Google
I had an amazing experience on Lake Erie for the first time and caught some nice smallmouth! Jonathan is that dude to make you have a great day, have fun and catch nice fish! Summertime smallie fishing was so badas$ and also a nice challenge but we got a lot of bites for a hot summer and hooked…
Pete Chilimindris · August 2026 · Google
Excellent trip, beautiful weather and lots of fish
John McWhirter · August 2026 · Google
We went out with mark rose bass fishing and he put us on the fish!!
Matt Moore · August 2026 · Google
Had a quick trip got put on the fish extremely fast.
Otis Davis · August 2026 · Google
June 21 2026 Great, amazing and so much fun fishing with Captain John. He immediately put me on the fish. Friendly and very knowledgeable. From the beginning until the end of the trip, he done it all. Including filleting all of the fish. Thank you for a wonderful Father’s Day. Definitely recommend…
Edwin Rosado · August 2026 · Google
Great guide and mate. They provided great assistance and good conversation. Highly recommend and we get to eat some fish for dinner.
Annette Wilson · August 2026 · Google
My husband fished with Captain Mark, he had a wonderful time. Captain Mark was very knowledgeable about the lake and was able to locate Walleye and Small Mouth Bass quickly.
Angela Backley · July 2026 · Google
Captain Jonathon was amazing! This was the first time my husband and I ever did a charter fishing trip. And the whole experience exceeded our expectations. We had some laughs, learned so much about boating, fishing and the area. He went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. We will…
Christina Wood · July 2026 · Google
What an awesome experience! Captain Jonathon was so friendly and experienced. My wife and I had such a wonderful time on the water, catching walleye with him. We had some laughs, learned so much on lots of different subjects, from the winds, local landmarks, different types of boats, and the fish…
James Wood · July 2026 · Google
Erie PA fishing charters: what you can catch
Erie PA fishing charters on Lake Erie target walleye, smallmouth bass and yellow perch, with steelhead in the creeks in the cooler months. Smallmouth bass are strong on the rocks and reefs, walleye roam the open lake, and perch school up in the fall. Your captain picks the species and spot for your dates.
What's biting by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Limited open-water fishing; call to ask about dates
- Steelhead in the creeks
Spring Mar–May
- Smallmouth bass and walleye pick up as the water warms
Summer Jun–Aug
- Walleye on the main lake
- Smallmouth bass on rocks and reefs
Fall Sep–Nov
- Yellow perch school up
- Walleye and smallmouth feed before winter
- Every angler 16 or older needs a Pennsylvania fishing license, plus a Lake Erie permit for Lake Erie and its tributaries.
- Lake Erie has its own size and creel limits for walleye, bass and perch; your captain has the current rules.
Source: Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. Limits change; your captain has the current rules.
How do you book an Erie PA fishing charter?
Call iOutdoors at (407) 392-4593 to book a Lake Erie fishing charter out of Erie, PA. We match you with a local captain for walleye, smallmouth bass or yellow perch and confirm the trip length, price and meeting spot. Each angler 16 or older needs a Pennsylvania fishing license with a Lake Erie permit.
Erie PA fishing guide
Erie sits on the shore of Lake Erie, the shallowest of the Great Lakes, with Presque Isle Bay right off the city. The lake is famous for walleye and smallmouth bass.
Where you'll fish
Lake Erie off Erie, PA, and Presque Isle Bay when the wind picks up. Your captain picks the water for the day and confirms the meeting spot before the trip.
What you'll catch
Walleye, smallmouth bass and yellow perch are the main targets, with steelhead in the creeks in the cooler months. Tell us what you want to catch when you call.
Best time to go
Spring brings smallmouth bass and walleye as the water warms, summer is prime walleye time on the main lake, and fall brings yellow perch. Winter open-water trips are limited.
Tips for planning your trip
- Get your license first. Buy a Pennsylvania fishing license and Lake Erie permit online before the trip.
- Dress in layers. It can be cool on the lake, even in summer.
- Book early for summer weekends.
Questions about Erie PA fishing charters
How do I book an Erie PA fishing charter?
Call (407) 392-4593. We match you with a local captain and confirm the trip length, price and meeting spot.
How much does a Lake Erie fishing charter cost?
The price depends on the trip length and group size. We give you the price when you call.
What fish can we catch?
Walleye, smallmouth bass and yellow perch, with steelhead in the creeks in the cooler months.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Each angler 16 or older needs a Pennsylvania fishing license plus a Lake Erie permit. You can buy them online before the trip.
What is included?
Your captain, the boat and fuel, rods, reels and tackle, and safety equipment. Your license, the tip, and food and drinks are not included.
Where do we meet?
Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you before the trip.
What should I bring?
Your fishing license, layers and a rain jacket, polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, water and snacks.
What if the weather is bad?
If the captain cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
Is it good for kids?
Yes. Perch and smallmouth bass give steady action that kids enjoy. Tell us your group when you call.
When is the best time to fish Lake Erie?
Spring and summer for walleye and smallmouth bass, and fall for yellow perch.