Eastern Lake Ontario Area Charter Services

If you are looking for a memorable fishing trip on Lake Ontario or one of the beautiful bays along its shore you’ve come to the right place. New York offers the most diverse fishery in the northeast with king salmon, cohos, lake trout, brown trout, steelhead and the occasional Atlantic salmon. Also, Eastern Lake Ontario is one of the best spots in the country for trophy walleye.  Don’t forget about our great smallmouth fishing!

We compiled a list of some of the best Charter Captains in NY. If you are interested in a memorable fishing trip and want to sample the most diverse fishery in the northeast give one of these Captains a call.  All of the charters services listed are fully insured and US Coast Guard Licensed.

All customers 16 years of age or older must have a valid NYS fishing license.  Also, in most cases clients are asked to bring the following:

• Appropriate clothing
• soft sole shoes-preferably white soles
• food and drink
• Large cooler to take home your catch
• motion sickness meds if necessary
• Camera
• desire to catch fish

Do us a favor, take the time and let our Captains know where you got their information.

We are very proud to have the following Pro-Staffers on the Great Lakes Planers Team

        Pro Charters                              Lots A Limits                     Moby Dick Charters

Captain "George" Kogut              Captain Tim Meador                Captain Bob Dick

    Mit-She Charters                          Ed Monette                         Harold Polley

  Captain Mitch Franz              "Cannon Ball Runner"                "Annie P"

     Kings Around Charters                 Rob Crowe                         Taymo Charters

     Captain Chris Redding                 Crowe's Nest                     Captain Jay Wilson

  XSTREAMFISHINGTEAM       Papa Smurf Sportfishing

    Captain Paul Marshall                Captain Roger Young

Don't forget to check out the new New York State record Sheepshead on our fishing info page

A great source for Lake Ontario fishing info-subscribe today.  Call Troy or Shelley @ 315-298-2410

Lake Ontario Charters & Guides

Pro Charters

Captain George is one of the best Captains on the eastern end of Lake Ontario and has produced many derby winning trips for his clients. Offering half day or full day trips for Walleye, Salmon, Lake Trout or Brown trout from April to September. Captain George stages out of Henderson Harbor and fishes Chaumont Bay, Black River Bay and most of the Northeastern end of Lake Ontario. Book early, his calendar fills fast! Call 315-778-8986

Lots-A-Limits Charters & Guide Service  When it comes to knowledge of the fishery and hard work you won't find a better charter captain in the fleet.  Captain Tim Meader of Lots-A-Limits Charters is well established in the area and continually produces memorable fishing trips for his clients.  Starting in the Rochester area in April and then moving to gorgeous Henderson harbor around the start of walleye season you can fish for brown trout, salmon, lake trout, steelhead, cohos and walleye in comfort in his 29' Baha.  You can also book a drift trip in the spring and fall for salmon and steelhead.  Give Tim a call at 315-938-5518 or 800-469-3065 or e-mail him at  tim@lotsalimits.com  or check out his web site at www.lotsalimits.com

Moby Dick Charters Escape to Lake Ontario for sport fishing at its finest with Captain Bob Dick. Captain Bob Dick stages out of the Henderson and Sackets Harbor area of  Eastern Lake Ontario and has a reputation for consistently producing memorable trips for his clients. Fish comfortably off his 26’ Penn Yan Pro Hunter boat fully equipped for client comfort and safety. His record is second to none with catches like a 17 lb brown, 21 lb coho, 13 pound walleye, and 37+ lb King. Give him a call at 315-938-5871 or 888-232-2827.You can also e-mail him at captain@mobydickcharters.com or vist their web site at www.mobydickcharters.com

Mit-She Fishing Charters Try “Mit-She” Fishing Charters for Bass, Walleye, Pike, Trout and Salmon. With years of experience on the east end of Lake Ontario, Chaumont Bay and Black River Bay Captain Mitch has developed an knowledge of our Walleye fishery that is unsurpassed among Charter Captains and is “the” choice for your Walleye Fishing experience. Fish comfortably off a 28’ Trophy Fisherman boat or try one of his drift boat trips. Give Sheila & Mitch a call at 315-938-5865

Saiff  Charters  Without question Saiff Charters is the most recognized charter service on Lake Ontario.  For years Bill Saiff Jr and Bill Saiff III have set the standard on the Lake Ontario and have a national reputation for success that is second to none!  Staging out of Henderson Harbor with a 7 boat fleet the Saiff team can book both small and large groups.  Fish for salmon, brown trout, steelhead, lake trout, smallmouth, northern pike and walleye starting in April and running through September.  Call 315-782-4665 or Check out their web site at billsaiffoutdoors.com

 High Adventure Sportfishing Charters

Milky Way Charter Service  Give Scott and Cindy Durant a call for that special fishing experience.  Captain Scott has gain a wealth of knowledge over the years and consistently produces results that are second to none.  Staging out of Henderson Harbor you can fish for Walleye, Salmon, Brown trout, lake trout, and steelhead from April to September. E-mail Scott & Cindy at:  scdurant@frontiernet.net

Trophy Angler Fishing Charters  Fishing the Golden Crescent on Lake Ontario, Captain Bob Gregory offers Trout, Salmon, Walleye and Bass trips from April to September. Need lodging? Its free with the Charter. A well established Captain and the man to turn to for your fishing charter. Give Captain Bob a call at 315-649-5856

My Time Charters  Offering half day or full day trips for walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass and perch starting in May and staging out of Henderson Harbor.  My Time Charters can also accommodate some short notice trips.  Fish in comfort and safety off a 27' Intimidator pontoon power by a Mercury 115 HP 4 stroke outboard.  If its a sunset cruise your looking for, you have to try My Time Charters.  Captain Adrian Englert has over 20 years of experience in the area. You can check out their web site at www.mytimecharters.com,  or call 315-778-8868

Bullseye Charter Service Fish in comfort off a roomy 30' Baha with Captain Len Brozak Jr. Staging out of the Rochester area Captain Len fishes for Salmon, Steelhead, Brown trout, Lake Trout and Bass.  If your looking for a memorable experience give Captain Len a call at 585-703-4704

ONACONA CHARTERS Looking to book a trip near Rochester? Give Captain Joe Kyle a call. Captain Joe is dedicated to client satisfaction and is one of the hardest working Captains in the area when it comes to providing the best trip possible. His trips are guaranteed or you return for free. Offering king salmon, cohos, atlantics, steelhead, browns and lakers from April to September. Call him at 585-586-2948 or visit his web site at www.onacona.com

Y-KNOT CHARTERS  Staging out of Pt Breeze Y-KNOT CHARTERS offers trips from April to September from a roomy and comfortable 31’ Baha. Call them for a great fishing trip at 585-964-9447 or e-mail them at charters@rochester.rr.com

Billy V Sportfishing-You can't beat knowledge when it comes to sport fishing! As a 25 year veteran on the waters of Lake Ontario Captain Bill Ruth is the Charter Captain to turn to for a great fishing experience.  Clients will enjoy the comfort and safety of a 30' Penn Yan Prowler with all the latest electronics and tackle.  Captain Bill stages out of Fair Haven, NY and offers trips for Salmon and trout from April to September. Call 607-592-9012 or visit the web site at ww

Papa Smurf Sportfishing-For a great fishing trip at super prices contact Captain Roger Young @ 1-860-480-3395.  Captain Roger stages out of Wilson Harbor, NY by the Niagara Bar from April through June and out of Wright Landing, Oswego from July through Labor Day.  Fish for trout salmon and trout aboard his 31' Silverton Twin Screw.  Other packages also available include lodging and breakfast. 

Western Lake Ontario Charter Services

Taymo Charters-Fishing North Western Lake Ontario Taymo Charters out of Western Ontario Canada.  Contact Captain Jay Wilson.  579-837-8585

UnReel Sport Fishing  Call Captain Rob Crowe at 519-767-9733 for Western Lake Ontario salmon and trout fishing

XSTREAMFISHINGTEAM CHARTERS  Staging out of Port Credit on Western Lake Ontario, Call Captain Paul Marshall at 519-820-0847 or check out their web site at www.xstreamfishingteam.ca

Great Lakes Planers Retailers

Fat Nancy's Pulaski NY  315-298-6357

Screwy Louie's  Fair Haven, NY 315-947-6348

Larry's Oswego Salmon Shop  Oswego< NY  315-342-2778

B & E Tackle Ontario, NY  585-265-2134

Chaumont Hardware Chaumont, NY  315-649-2959

AREA BUSINESSES & INFORMATION

HENCHEN MARINA & FISHING CAMP  For the most updated fishing information and the hottest tackle choices on this end of the Lake Ontario give John Kilius a call at Henchen Marina. Henchen Marina is the serious anglers choice for all the latest tackle and fishing information as well as the biggest Charter Captain staging Marina in the area. Well established in the Henderson Harbor area Henchen Marina offers lodging, live bait, tackle, gas and diesel fuel, licenses, charters, cold beer, groceries and a gift shop. Phone 315-938-5313 or 888-848-3821. You can also e-mail them at henchen@imcnet.net or visit their web site at w

Westview Lodge and Marina  Westview Lodge and Marina, owned by Bill Saiff III offers lodging, dining and boat dockage. The double occupancy rooms overlook beautiful Henderson Harbor with a great restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.  Many of Bill Saiff's Charter clients enjoy an early morning breakfast before heading out for a days fishing.  Both permanent and transient dockage is available and guests are provided free dockage during their stay at the lodge.  For a great dining and lodging experience give the folks at Westview Lodge and Marina at 315-938-5285

The "WILLOWS" On the Lake  For some of the most scenic camping and lodging spots in the area try The Willows RV Park and Resort.  Overlooking beautiful Henderson Harbor and Lake Ontario the Willows offers Lake front cabins, RV and tent sites. Give Chuck and Suzanne a call for your accommodations at  315-938-5977.  You can also visit their web site-www.thewillowsonthelake.com

Chaumont Hardware  See Greg Netto or Reg Schweitzer at the Chaumont Hardware for all your hardware needs.  Chaumont hardware also has live bait and tackle on hand for anglers.  Stop in or call 315-649-2959

Cannon Ball Runner  Watch for Ed Monette along the Lake Ontario Pro-Am circuit.  Ed is veteran salmon and trout fisherman and one of our Pro-Staffers.  Look for the latest salmon and trout action on Lake Ontario on his web site-www.cannonballrunner.com

Bills Auto Marine  For All auto & marine needs give Bill Nygard a call at 783-1086 or visit his web site at www.lubedealer.com/billsautomarine/

Maine Charter Fishing Services

Reel Affair  Come to beautiful Moosehead Lake in Lily Bay, Maine for a memorable fishing trip with Captain Steve Cole.  Captain Steve has fished Moosehead Lake all of his life-you won't find a more experienced charter captain in the area. Enjoy the comfort of his fully equipped 25' Wellcraft for salmon and trout.  How about a shore lunch-its part of the package and there's nothing better than a shore lunch.   Phone Steve at 207-695-2540 or e-mail him at reelaffr@gwi.net

Michigan Charter Services

Kings Around Charters  If your looking to fish Lake Michigan give Captain Chris Redding a call.  Fish off a comfortable 27' Searay with all the latest gear and electronics for consistently finding the fish.  Captain Chris stages out of Muskegon for brown trout, steelhead, lakers, cohos, and kings from late April to the end of september.  Give him a call at 231-834-5982 or 231-343-1521.  For more info visit his web site at www.kingsaroundcharters.com