Cleveland, OH Fishing Trip — February

Your Cleveland, OH Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 34°F / Low 25°F3.3" rain · 12 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in February

9 species
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Yellow PerchGood
Yellow Perch
Various
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Northern PikeFair
Northern Pike
Various
PerchFair
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
CatfishFair
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
WalleyeFair
Walleye
Various
Smallmouth BassLow
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
MuskieLow
Muskie
Casting · Trolling

February Weather in Cleveland

34°F
Avg High
25°F
Avg Low
3.3"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

4 Guides Matched

$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Ohio Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Lake Erie permit additional for Lake Erie fishing.

Buy License Online — Ohio

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum (varies by water)

Some lakes and reservoirs have special regulations; consult the Ohio Fishing Regulations for specific locations.

Yellow Perch
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:30 per day on Lake Erie; varies on other bodies of water
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific regulations for inland waters as bag limits may differ from Lake Erie.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:30 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

There are some bodies of water with special regulations, so check local regulations before fishing.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum
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