The following is the Lake Erie Fishing Report filed by the ODNR-Division of Wildlife on 07/11/2025.
Walleye anglers are doing well drifting or casting worm harnesses around F can of the Camp Perry firing range, Clinton Reef, and between Catawba and Marblehead in 18-26’ of water near or 4-8’ off the bottom. In the Central Basin, drifting or casting in 45-55’ of water out of Cleveland and 30-45’ of water out of Fairport Harbor near or 20’ off the bottom has been successful. Trollers are also seeing limits running deep crankbaits unassisted or spoons with divers or 4 oz. weights near or 8-20’ off the bottom at 1.5-2.5 mph. Successful trolling locations include 22-28’ of water around the Western Basin reef complex, 23-24’ of water out of Cooley Canal, 45-55’ of water out of Vermillion near the sandbar, and 45-55’ of water out of Cleveland. About half of total catches have been undersized and released (<15’’). The majority of kept walleye are 15-22’’ long, with occasional 24’’+ fish. Remember the daily limit is 6 fish, with a minimum size of 15 inches.
The water temperature off Toledo is 79 degrees, off Cleveland 65 degrees, and off Erie 77 degrees.
- The daily limit for walleye in Ohio waters of Lake Erie is 6 fish per angler. The minimum size limit for walleye is 15 inches.
- The daily limit for yellow perch is 30 in the West Zone, 10 in the Central Zone, and 20 in the East Zone of Ohio waters of Lake Erie.
- The trout and salmon daily limit is 5 fish per angler until August 31st. The minimum size limit is 12 inches.
- Black bass (largemouth and smallmouth bass): The daily limit is 5 fish per angler with a 14-inch minimum size limit.
Anglers are encouraged to always wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device while on the water.
Local Information
Marblehead Lighthouse
The Marblehead Lighthouse is the second smallest, but one of the most popular state parks in Ohio. It is said that the lighthouse is the most frequently photographed building in the state. About 25,000 visitors climb the tower each summer, but it's estimated that over 1 million visit the park each year.
On Site Dining
Crabby Joe's
Just steps away from the Chelsea Dock offering Indoor and outdoor seating. Fun seafood dining with local favorites and regionally famous crab leg buckets. Crabby Joe’s is sure to have the coldest drinks and hottest plates along the shoreline.
A great place to have them cook your catch!
Crows nest
Also walking distance from the Chelsea Docks Savor our appealing menu start with Captain Jo's favorite loaded tots and move on to there entrees, like the the lobster tails or Captain Josh's favorite the smoked Meatloaf. Enjoy the Patio, the food, and the amazing cocktails! Crows nest offers Live entertainment on the weekends.
A great place to have them cook your catch!
The Purple Parrot
The Purple Parrot
Stop in for a Treat! We serve Toft's Soft Serve and Hand Dipped Ice Cream, Dole Whip, Milkshakes, Malts, Sundaes and Unique Specialty Sundaes. Check us out for lunch, dinner or a snack, we have Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Sandwiches, French Fries and more!