Lake Ontario Fishing Reports

Your Lake Ontario Fishing Experience

Step into the world of fishing with Captain Bruce Mattison through his insightful fishing reports! Follow along as Captain Bruce shares his expertise and recounts the highlights of each trip on Lake Ontario. Get valuable insights into the best fishing spots, techniques, and bait for a successful day on the water. Captain Bruce's detailed reports provide a firsthand account of the excitement and challenges of fishing on Lake Ontario. Stay updated on the latest fishing conditions and trends, helping you plan your own fishing adventure with confidence. Whether you're a seasoned angler or new to the sport, Captain Bruce's reports offer valuable tips and information to enhance your fishing experience. Immerse yourself in the world of fishing with Captain Bruce Mattison's fishing reports and start planning your next fishing trip today!

We got these questions a lot Is there good fishing in Lake Ontario? Is it allowed to fish in Lake Ontario? Can you catch salmon in Lake Ontario? Eagle Charters Sport Fishing offers premier fishing experiences on Lake Ontario, known for its excellent salmon and trout fishing. Fishing is allowed on Lake Ontario, with Eagle Charters operating within regulations. Their expert guides ensure a memorable and responsible fishing trip, specializing in thrilling salmon excursions.

Eagle Charters offers two different packages. Choose from a 6-hour trip or an 8 hour adhere to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation laws. If you catch the limit of salmon or brown trout prior to your 6 or 8-hour trip mark, then we will return to the marina. Costs are $625 for the 6-hour trip and $725 for the 8-hour trip. We can accommodate up to 1-4 people in a group for the $600 and $700 trips. Each additional person is $100 extra with a cap of 6 people. We are equipped to take credit cards for payment. We are well networked with other captains and can help you plan an outing for larger groups with other area fishermen and boats. Give us a call if you are looking to book a large group.

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June 18, 2025

Lake Ontario - Monroe, NY Lake Report on 18th Jun, 2025

Fishing on Lake Ontario out of Oswego has been productive this week, with anglers finding consistent bites both inshore and offshore. The lake is warming up nicely, drawing in a mix of salmon, trout, and smallmouth bass. Whether you're trolling the deeper waters or working the shoreline, there's solid opportunity for a successful day on the water. Offshore anglers are seeing strong king salmon activity in 150 to 300 feet of water. Most are hitting on flasher/fly combos and spoons, especially in green and UV patterns. Early mornings have been most productive, with fish holding in the top 60 feet. A few steelhead are also mixed in, cruising higher in the water column and hitting bright orange spoons. Downriggers and divers are both producing well. Closer to shore, brown trout are still hanging around in 20 to 60 feet of water. Trolling stickbaits and spoons along the drop-offs and contour breaks near the harbor has been the ticket. Water clarity and temperature breaks have played a big role—if you find slightly stained water or a temp shift, you’ll likely find fish. Smallmouth bass action has picked up along the rocky shorelines and breakwalls. Anglers casting tubes, ned rigs, and jerkbaits are reporting steady catches, especially during early morning and late afternoon. The Oswego River mouth is also holding bass, and a few bonus walleyes are still showing up. Conditions are shaping up for a strong summer season, so now’s a great time to gear up and get on the water. Stay safe, check the wind forecast, and tight lines from Oswego!

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March 4, 2024

Lake Ontario - Monroe, NY Lake Report on 4th Mar, 2024

Had a fantastic day fishing on Lake Ontario! Everyone had a great time and learned something new. Book your Lake Ontario fishing charter now for an unforgettable experience!