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About us

Professionals on the water

Niagara Chrome Sportfishing Inc. started the way most good fishing stories do — two buddies and a small boat on Lake Ontario before sunrise. What began as a weekend pastime grew into a full-time charter business built on one simple idea: treat every guest like they're part of the crew.

Between us we chase salmon, trout, bass, walleye and musky across Lake Ontario, the Niagara River and Lake Erie — and we run trips for everyone, from first-timers feeling the thrill of a screaming reel to seasoned tournament anglers looking to up their game.

We fish top-of-the-line equipment, fillet your catch for the table, and run early-morning or afternoon trips to suit you. Poor weather? We'll reschedule or refund in full — your experience always comes first.

For every level

Trips for every angler

Whether you're chasing your very first fish or your next trophy, we tailor the day to you. Early-morning or afternoon trips, and your catch filleted for the table.

New to fishing

A comfortable, exciting introduction to one of the hardest-fighting fish in the Great Lakes. No experience needed — we'll teach you everything you need to know.

  • Relaxed, hands-on coaching from the first cast
  • Feel the thrill of being hooked up to a Great Lakes fighter
  • All gear and know-how provided — just show up and fish

Experienced anglers

Looking to up your game? We'll share the trolling techniques and tournament tactics we use to put big fish in the boat.

  • Trolling Lake Ontario & Lake Erie — downriggers, dipsys, copper & leadcore
  • How we prep and decide where to fish each day
  • Tournament tactics for targeting big fish, and the critical adjustments that make the difference

The fleet

Two boats, rigged to fish

The 17.5' G3 trolling boat on the water

The Troller — 17.5' G3 V172 Angler

Our trolling rig for Lake Ontario and Lake Erie salmon, trout and walleye. Small-group trips for 2 adults, with an optional Bimini top to keep you out of the sun.

Make
17.5' G3 V172 Angler
Capacity
2 anglers
Setup
Downriggers, dipsys, copper & leadcore
Comfort
Optional Bimini sun top
  • Top-of-the-line trolling equipment
  • Rigged for salmon, trout & walleye
  • Optional Bimini top for shade
  • Catch filleted for you to take home
The 17' G3 bass boat rigged with electronics

The Bass Boat — 17' G3 HP170

A fully equipped bass boat with a 90HP Yamaha, built to conquer lower-Niagara trout, upper-Niagara bass and Lake Erie bass.

Make
17' G3 HP170
Capacity
2 anglers
Power
90 HP Yamaha outboard
Electronics
Garmin LiveScope system
  • Top-of-the-line bottom-bouncing, drop-shot & jigging gear
  • State-of-the-art Garmin electronics
  • Garmin LiveScope for real-time fish finding
  • Rigged for river trout and Lake Erie bass

Your captains

The people taking you out

You'll spend the whole day on the water with proven local anglers. Meet the crew and see their tournament record.

Every trip includes

More reasons to fish with us

$270,000 in derby prizes

Every trip between July 2 and August 25 is automatically eligible for a chance at landing a $50,000 salmon as part of the Great Ontario Salmon Derby — $270,000 in total prizes.

Weather-protected booking

If poor weather affects your trip, you'll get a full refund or a reschedule. We make the call early so your day on the water is the best it can be.

Comfort & safety first

New Mustang inflatable PFDs on board to maximize comfort and safety, so you can focus on the fishing.

Tournament terms: any cash winnings are split 50/50 between the guest and Niagara Chrome Sportfishing Inc., and any tackle, gear, equipment, or apparel won through a tournament remains the property of Niagara Chrome Sportfishing Inc.

When to fish

What's biting & when

Target species by water and time of year. Not sure what to chase? We'll help you pick the right trip.

Lake Ontario — Grimsby · Port Dalhousie · Niagara Bar · Bronte

March–April
Brown trout & Atlantic salmon
April–May
Shallow-water spring Chinook & lake trout
May–September
Chinook, Coho, lake trout & rainbow trout

Lake Erie — Dunnville · Port Colborne · Fort Erie · Nanticoke

June–September
Walleye
October–November
Musky
June–November
Bass

Lower Niagara River

October–May
Brown trout, lake trout & rainbow trout