Private Lake Erie Smallmouth Bass Fishing Charters
Overview
Experience bucket-list smallmouth bass fishing on Lake Erie, one of North America's most celebrated destinations for hard-fighting trophy smallmouth. Departing from Erie, Pennsylvania, this private charter combines exceptional bass fishing with the spectacular scenery surrounding Presque Isle State Park and the open waters of a Great Lake.
Your licensed local captain will customize the trip around seasonal patterns and current conditions, guiding you to productive structure where Lake Erie's smallmouth feed and congregate. Whether you're pursuing your personal-best bass or experiencing Great Lakes fishing for the first time, the charter is tailored to your goals and skill level.
Enjoy cool Great Lakes breezes, expansive water views, and the natural beauty of Presque Isle while experiencing a destination that belongs on every serious bass angler's bucket list. This private charter combines trophy potential, professional guidance, and an authentic Lake Erie fishing experience.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private Tour (Your Group Only)
- All Fishing and Safety equipment
- Professional Guide and Boat
- Gratuities (optional but customary)
- Food and drinks
- Local Fishing Licenses
Meeting Location
261 West Bayfront Parkway
Erie, PA 16507, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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261 W Bayfront Pkwy
6 hours Admission Ticket Free
Presque Isle State Park (pass by)
Rum Runners (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Private Lake Erie Smallmouth Bass Fishing Charters?
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Activity code: C-38075P116
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Bottled water.
- Private Tour (Your Group Only).
- All Fishing and Safety equipment.
- Professional Guide and Boat.
- Gratuities (optional but customary).
- Food and drinks.
- Local Fishing Licenses.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Lake Erie Smallmouth Bass Fishing Charters is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Lake Erie Smallmouth Bass Fishing Charters will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private Tour (Your Group Only)
- All Fishing and Safety equipment
- Professional Guide and Boat
- Gratuities (optional but customary)
- Food and drinks
- Local Fishing Licenses
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
