5-Hour Walleye Jigging Trip on Lake Erie $175

Lake Erie Walleye Jigging with Captain Kenny

There's nothing quite like feeling that telltale thump of a Lake Erie walleye hitting your jig on the bottom. Captain Kenny Lewis has been putting anglers on these golden beauties for years, and his 5-hour shared walleye jigging trips are where serious fish stories are born. At $175 per person, you're getting a full day on his 28-foot Duck Water boat, complete with lunch and all the local knowledge you need to fill your cooler with some of the best-eating fish in the Great Lakes.

What to Expect on the Water

This isn't your typical trolling trip – we're talking pure, hands-on jigging action that keeps you connected to every bite. Captain Kenny runs these shared trips with 3 to 6 anglers, so you'll have plenty of room to work without bumping elbows. The 28-foot Duck Water is built for Lake Erie's conditions, with all the electronics and safety gear you'd expect from a top-rated operation. When the lake cools down and those trophy walleye start moving shallow, Kenny knows exactly where to find them feeding aggressively along the bottom structure. You'll spend your five hours working proven hotspots where the fish stack up, using techniques that have been putting walleye in the boat for decades. The social vibe makes it perfect whether you're flying solo or bringing a buddy – there's always good conversation between the action, and watching other anglers work their jigs teaches you something new every trip.

Jigging Techniques & Hotspots

Walleye jigging on Lake Erie is all about reading the bottom and feeling what your jig is doing down there. Captain Kenny will get you set up with the right weight and jig head for the conditions, usually working in 15 to 35 feet of water over rocky reefs and drop-offs where walleye love to hunt. The technique is straightforward but takes some finesse – you're lifting and dropping that jig just off the bottom, watching your line for any twitch or tap that signals a fish. Kenny's got the electronics to mark the schools, but it's your rod tip that tells the real story. We'll work areas like the Vermilion reef system and other proven structures where baitfish gather and walleye follow. The Duck Water's trolling motor keeps us positioned perfectly over the structure, so you can focus on working your jig through the strike zone. When the bite is on, you might have fish hitting on every drop – and when it slows down, Kenny knows how to adjust depths and locations to keep the action going.

Species You'll Want to Hook

Lake Erie walleye are the stuff of legend, and for good reason. These golden-sided fighters average 2 to 4 pounds, but don't let that fool you – a big walleye on a jig rod feels twice its size, especially when it's bulldogging toward the bottom in 30 feet of water. What makes Erie walleye special is their incredible numbers and the fact that they feed actively almost year-round. Fall and early winter are prime time because the cooling water pushes baitfish shallow, and the walleye follow in massive schools. These fish are notorious for their light bite – sometimes it feels like you just picked up a piece of weed, then suddenly your rod is bent over with a 6-pounder. The eating quality is world-class too, with firm white fillets that are perfect for the frying pan or your favorite fish recipe. Erie walleye have that perfect balance of fight and flavor that keeps anglers coming back trip after trip. When you hook into a slot fish – those 15 to 20-inchers that are just hitting their prime – you'll understand why walleye fishing is such an addiction around here.

Time to Book Your Spot

Captain Kenny's walleye jigging trips book up fast, especially during peak season when the fish are stacked up and biting. At $175 per person with lunch included, you're getting tremendous value for a full day on Lake Erie with one of the area's most experienced guides. The shared trip format means you'll meet other passionate anglers while keeping costs reasonable, and Kenny's policy of running with a minimum of three ensures you'll never be stuck on a half-empty boat. Remember to plan for a customary tip of 15 to 25 percent – when Kenny puts you on a limit of fat walleye, it's money well spent. Whether you're new to jigging or looking to improve your technique, this trip delivers the hands-on experience and local knowledge that turns good days into great ones. Book now and get ready to feel that distinctive walleye bite that keeps anglers coming back to Lake Erie year after year.