If you want steelhead action try the Conneaut shipping channel and in and around the breakwall this fall. Call Jack at Snug Harbor for the latest info.
(440) 593-3755. We drag Cleo and K O spoons 80'-100' back at 0.6-0.8 mph. When the action heats up, for fun we put noodle rods on the downriggers and use whatever lure is working. It is worth the drive from wherever when you can get over 20 hookups and only have to burn a couple of gallons of gas.