Lake Erie Fishing Reports

Lake Erie Fishing Reports – Networthy Charters

Latest Walleye Fishing Updates and Conditions

Stay updated with the most accurate Lake Erie fishing reports provided by Networthy Charters. Our regularly updated reports give you real-time insight into current conditions, walleye activity, water temperature, and trolling depths. Whether you're planning a trip or just following the bite, these updates are your go-to source for Lake Erie fishing trends. Captain Garett Kohlrieser shares firsthand details from the boat, ensuring you're always in the know.

Our Lake Erie fishing reports cover everything from seasonal patterns to bait recommendations and productive trolling strategies. With years of experience on the lake, Captain Kohlrieser provides valuable tips on locations, lure selections, and wind/wave conditions that impact the bite. These reports are ideal for both recreational anglers and those booking a guided charter, helping you maximize your chances of success on the water.

Networthy Charters is dedicated to helping anglers of all levels make informed decisions before launching. Our detailed Lake Erie walleye reports take the guesswork out of planning and prepare you for what's working now—whether you're fishing from a boat, the shoreline, or booking a full-service guided trip. We focus on providing practical and actionable information backed by real on-the-water experience.

Check back often as our Lake Erie fishing reports are frequently updated during peak walleye fishing seasons. By following along, you’ll gain insight into migration patterns, prime fishing windows, and Captain Garett’s proven trolling techniques. For the most accurate and up-to-date fishing conditions on Lake Erie, trust Networthy Charters to guide your next successful day on the water.

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Prime Fishing Conditions Await at Lakeside Marblehead fishing report coverpicture

May 1, 2025

Lake Erie - Lake, OH Lake Report on 1st May, 2025

Fishing conditions around Lakeside Marblehead have been dynamic as we transition into late spring. Recent reports indicate that walleye fishing is strong, with anglers experiencing solid catches. One group managed to land nine walleye despite challenging north winds around 20 mph, highlighting the resilience of both the fish and the fishermen. Yellow perch fishing remains productive, particularly around the islands. Anglers are having success using spreaders tipped with shiners, with many reporting catches over 12 inches. This bodes well for those looking to fill their freezers with quality fish. Looking ahead, the weather forecast for the coming week includes a mix of warmer temperatures and potential thunderstorms. These conditions could affect fishing patterns, so it's advisable to stay updated on the latest forecasts and adjust plans accordingly. Overall, Lakeside Marblehead offers promising fishing opportunities as we move deeper into spring. Whether targeting walleye or perch, anglers can expect rewarding experiences on the water.

Crew from WV and FL fishing report coverpicture

May 4, 2024

Lake Erie Lake Report on 4th May, 2024 - 1

Now that the water has warmed and the spawn is mostly over with, it is becoming more difficult to find areas that are loaded with fish that aren't loaded with competing boats. I really prefer to fish areas where I'm not constantly having to pan 360° to make sure that I won't run across another boats path. And on this morning, I was able to find such a spot. We set up in an area where the closest boat was miles away and there we active fish. This area wan't loaded with fish but there were enough fish to us busy for the next 5 hours. Most of the fish were caught on Bandits but a few were caught on worm harnesses, 80' and 35' back respectively.

April 26, 2024

Lake Erie Lake Report on 26th Apr, 2024 - 2

Unfortunately, no pics from this outting. We started our trip out of a nearby port and headed east. Part of the reason for choosing this area was to salvage a day that would have otherwise been cancelled due to high winds and unfishable conditions. We were part of a 3 boat crew. We set up in 13' of water and I pointed my bow on a line that would put us in 15-20 fow. 10 lines were set back 35' with bandits in mostly blue and chrome patterns. It wasn't long before the first line went back, and with it 4 others followed immediately. It wasn't until we had 21 fish that we finally got all 10 of our lines in the water. About 5 minutes later, I had the crew pull the lines in and we ran back up where we had started. After only an hour and a half, we had the customers limit and my 6. Since we were part of a multi boat trip, we decided to continue to fish and see if we could upgrade a few of our smaller fish.

20+ mile move from day 1 to day 2 fishing report coverpicture

April 22, 2024

Lake Erie Lake Report on 22nd Apr, 2024

3 boat trip(9 guys+captains). On day 1 of this multi day multi boat trip, we focused on keeping our baits in muddy water. We ran Bandits 100'-65' behind Offshore Tackle planer boards. Speeds were 1.6-1.9mph. On day 2, strong SW winds forced us to launch our boats 40 miles by land away from where we launched on the previous day. Bandits were set at 65', 60 and 55' for best results. Immediately, the bite was on, we were catching while setting lines, and it was close to 40 minutes before we finally got all of the lines in without catching a fish.

Mid-April recap fishing report coverpicture

April 19, 2024

Lake Erie Lake Report on 19th Apr, 2024

Just a short recap of the past few weeks into early March. Fishing has ranged from being outstanding to grindy. Weather and high winds have made it difficult at times to repeat previous days success, by stirring up and muddying the water, or just plain unaccessible.

Typical spring time tactics of short leads on long body crankbaits continue to be productive. We are now about a week or two into changing to post spawn tactics which include longer leads on Bandit crankbaits and a mix of Husky Jerks and Scatter Raps and as the water warms we will be transitioning to nightcrawler harnesses.

Western basin pre spawn walleye fishing report coverpicture

March 30, 2024

Lake Erie Lake Report on 30th Mar, 2024

Group from Minnesota, Day 1 of 4. Bandits in chrome based colors, high in the water column. Todays water temp 40-42°, speed 1.3-1.6 water stained.

Winter time prep fishing report coverpicture

January 20, 2024

Lake Cascade Lake Report on 20th Jan, 2024

It is at this time of year that I am able to focus on family and my equipment. I have already had the Skeeter in for preventative maintenance, in order to ensure that I am ready to go as soon as it is safe to get back out on the water. New rods and reels have been purchased for the 2024 season! I am also using this time to catch up on a lot of items that have been neglected at home over the past year(honey dos per se.) I am also using this time to gear up for a trip to Cascade Lake in Idaho. This is one of my bucket list locations, and I am excited to potentially catch multiple perch over 14" and over 2 pounds.

Well after 4 days of fun fishing for myself, I was able to accomplish what i set out for. Lake Cascade was a bucket list trip and it did not dissapoint. On day one, my first fish was a 1.82#, 15 1/2" perch. Day 2 I caught a 2.24#, 16 1/4" monster and another 15+"er.