Fishing Places

Lake Erie, Ohio

As Smallmouth Bass go, this fishery is the fastest growing for size and numbers anywhere in North or South America. This 870 mile shoreline provides the greatest habitat and forage base that a smallmouth angler could hope to find. The current state record is 9 lbs. with many 6 to 7 lb. fish caught every year.
From early April, Smallmouth begin their journey towards the shallows as water temperature reaches the 42 to 44 degree range.

Lake Erie, Ohio:

Through the better part of June, large numbers of smallies will continue to hit jigs, tubes and crank baits. As mid to late summer approaches, the schools begin to scatter off deeper structures and vertical jig fishing generally is the best presentation. By late September and all through October, these voracious fish move ever so closer to rocky structure and shelves and can be taken on live bait or Carolina Rigs.

Lake Erie, Ohio:

Recommended fishing rods are those in the spinning combination which will accommodate 6# line and with a light action. Generally, 6′ rods and spinning reels rated from 4 to 8# line is preferred. Tube jigs or Fuzzy Grubs are a great presentation tipped with Shiners in the spring and 1/4 to 1/2 ounce Carolina Rigs are the ticket in the fall.

Lake Erie, Ohio:

Cleaver Charters out of Marblehead, Ohio, are one of the most reliable and successful charter captains on “Erie”. As a father and son team, they each charter their boats with a professional attitude and intensity to keep their clients o active and productive fish. Interested parties can call (419) 734-4767 for reservations and at the same time can make lodging accommodations in their condominiums.

Lake Erie, Ohio:

A full day of fishing is approximately $100.00 including lodging, beverages, bait and fish cleaning (based on a party of 6). Boats are aptly equipped with marine radios and are 27′ sport fishing crafts. Ohio fishing licenses are $10.00 (for 3 days) and the only extra costs are breakfast and dinner (kitchen facilities are available in condos). Authentic reproductions of your Smallmouth Bass can be provided by Superior Sport Fishing to capture your trophy and your memories by just providing length and girth with a $100.00 deposit and a good photo or call (312) 545-4044 for further details.

Tags: Carolina Rigs, Fuzzy Grubs, Lake Erie, Smallmouth Bass