I do not clean fish! Start times are flexible. Pulling Meat Fishing Charters is your ticket to the stunning waters of Cayuga Lake. Your guide for the day is Captain Mike, so you’ll benefit from years of angling experience.
"We had an amazing day out on the Lake with Captain Mike! Everything about this trip was great!" — Tiffany,
ONLY DATES AVAILABLE FOR THE BEST MONTH OF THE YEAR Ethan Carr Guiding delivers premier guided fishing experiences on Cayuga Lake, one of New York’s most renowned Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass fisheries.
"Trip was great.. would definitely recommend" — Shawn,
Make some memories on Cayuga Lake and go fishing with Zack Eggleston Guide Service. Having logged many hours on New York lakes Captain Zack is prepared to put you on fish.
If you want to experience world class trout fishing in the Finger Lakes region, look no further than All About Trout. With Captain Ryan at the helm, you'll be in knowledgeable and experienced hands.
"We had a great time with Ryan today! Both boys (10 & 13) caught large trout — a rainbow and a lake trout." — Christine,
Locked with Lorensen is owned and operated by a local family man, Captain Ryan Lorensen, from the Oswego County area. He offers trips for any NYS freshwater species that you would like to target.
"We had a very successful trip catching lake trout for the first time thanks to Ryan… we would absolutely book with him again!" — Eric,
Red Beard's Finger Lakes Charters invites you to experience the stunning waters of Cayuga Lake. Having logged many hours on this lake, Captain Stan can tell you all about the local fishery.
"Stan was a most pleasant personality. Explained to those of my crew who have not fished much what to do, answered our questions and provided all the needed help with booking up bait when I was wimpy in the early morning cold air to get my hands wet to grab a minnow." — Lisa,
Looking for a reasonably priced trip for 3 or less people in the finger lakes region to Jig lake trout on light tackle and catch yellow perch? Then book a date or send me a message to get out on the water.
"55 years old been fishing for at least 50 of them. l’ve had a lot of experiences but this was different." — Brad,
Cast for rods into Lake Ontario for epic freshwater fishing aboard “Blackjaw Bandit Sportfishing”! Whether you're a novice or a pro, Captain Jim Dennis gets you on top of Brown Trout, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, and Rainbow Trout! Your
"we spent an afternoon trolling and had a great trip. Captain was engaging and we caught King Salmon, a Steelhead, and Lake Trout." — Roger,
Experience the Finger Lakes differently with Captain Mike and FLX Fish. We specialize in vertical jigging for Lake Trout and Rainbow Trout on Cayuga and Owasco Lakes.
"We have chartered in Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, South Carolina and New York yet these folks are hands down the best!" — Jacqueline, Pennsylvania
Experience world-class angling on Cayuga Lake, the crown jewel of New York's Finger Lakes region. This legendary destination boasts some of the most robust lake trout populations in the northeastern United States, with fish averaging 6–10 pounds and thrilling battles guaranteed. Beyond lakers, Cayuga's diverse waters teem with trophy smallmouth bass fueled by round goby populations, hard-fighting landlocked Atlantic salmon, prolific rainbow trout, and aggressive brown trout.
Seasonal dynamics create year-round opportunities: target lake trout in northern sections during spring, while southern waters heat up with salmon and rainbow action. Summer brings explosive topwater bass strikes and unique fly-fishing challenges for longnose gar. Come fall, tributaries pulse with spawning salmon, and northern bays offer prime ice fishing for panfish and chain pickerel once winter sets in.
Your ideal Cayuga Fishing Charter combines local expertise with access to prime zones. Private charters navigate prime honey holes without crowded launches, leveraging decades of local knowledge. Modern boats equipped with advanced sonar and specialized trolling or jigging gear maximize your catch rates across Cayuga's 40-mile expanse. From battling 8-pound rainbows to landing bass that anchor professional tournaments, every trip promises sore arms and bragging rights.
After reeling in your limit of trout or salmon, savor Finger Lakes scenery as your crew expertly cleans the day's bounty. Whether you seek heart-pounding trophy pursuits or family-friendly panfish action, Cayuga Lake delivers unforgettable angling against a backdrop of rolling hills and pristine waters – no other destination matches its consistent world-class fishery.
