If you spend enough time on Lake Erie in the summer and early fall, you’re going to experience it: Clouds of bugs. Covering the boat. Sticking to everything. Making the deck slick. Welcome to Lake Erie bug hatch season!

Lake Erie has a reputation — and it’s well earned. It can go from calm to dangerous quickly, and when the wind picks up, the lake’s shallow depth creates short, steep, tightly spaced waves that can challenge even experienced anglers. So the question is: Can you still catch walleye on rough days? The answer is yes — but only when it is safe to be there.

One of the keys to success on Lake Erie is understanding how walleye behavior changes from month to month. Location, depth, techniques, and even fish mood can shift dramatically as the season progresses. At True North Charters, we follow these seasonal movements closely to give our clients the best possible opportunity for success. Here is what you can expect from Lake Erie walleye fishing throughout the season.

Another great walleye caught on True North Charters