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"Hooking Springtime Stripers and Bass on the Charles River"
Good morning, anglers! Your host, Artificial Lure, here with the latest fishing report for the Charles River in Boston on this fine Friday, April 11, 2025. The sun is already up, with sunrise at 6:09 AM, and we'll see it set at 7:21 PM. So, there's plenty of daylight to reel in some great catches.
Today’s tide chart shows a low tide at 5:12 AM at a height of 0.62 ft, followed by a high tide at 11:27 AM, peaking at 9.61 ft. Later, low tide will return at 5:29 PM (0.7 ft), and high tide will cap off the day at 11:44 PM (9.82 ft). With a tidal coefficient of 72 increasing throughout the day, expect strong currents and fish activity during these transitional periods.
Weather-wise, it’s looking like a cool spring day with temperatures hovering around 55°F. Winds are mild, ideal for casting lines or trolling along the calm waters.
Fish activity is on the rise, with reports of hearty largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, yellow perch, crappie, and even some springtime striped bass moving upriver. Recent anglers have landed numerous largemouth bass weighing up to 2-3 pounds and a few striped bass in the 20-26 inch range. Hot spots like the Watertown Dam area are buzzing with smallmouth bass, while the Esplanade lagoons are delivering consistent largemouth bass action. For striped bass, the Longfellow Bridge and waters near the Museum of Science are proving fruitful.
For lures, try soft plastics such as 3” curly tail grubs or Senko worms for bass, while spinnerbaits in white or chartreuse have been getting strong bites. Bucktail jigs and small swimbaits work wonders for striped bass. Live bait enthusiasts should opt for herring chunks or bloodworms for stripers, while shiners and nightcrawlers are reliable for bass and perch.
If you’re looking for a suggestion on where to cast your line, focus on:
1. **Watertown Dam**: This stretch has been yielding smallmouth bass.
2. **Esplanade lagoons**: The calm waters are perfect for largemouth bass and perch anglers.
3. **Longfellow Bridge**: A top spot for catching early-season striped bass.
Grab your gear and fishing license—it’s shaping up to be a great day on the Charles River. Tight lines, and may your nets be full!
Today’s tide chart shows a low tide at 5:12 AM at a height of 0.62 ft, followed by a high tide at 11:27 AM, peaking at 9.61 ft. Later, low tide will return at 5:29 PM (0.7 ft), and high tide will cap off the day at 11:44 PM (9.82 ft). With a tidal coefficient of 72 increasing throughout the day, expect strong currents and fish activity during these transitional periods.
Weather-wise, it’s looking like a cool spring day with temperatures hovering around 55°F. Winds are mild, ideal for casting lines or trolling along the calm waters.
Fish activity is on the rise, with reports of hearty largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, yellow perch, crappie, and even some springtime striped bass moving upriver. Recent anglers have landed numerous largemouth bass weighing up to 2-3 pounds and a few striped bass in the 20-26 inch range. Hot spots like the Watertown Dam area are buzzing with smallmouth bass, while the Esplanade lagoons are delivering consistent largemouth bass action. For striped bass, the Longfellow Bridge and waters near the Museum of Science are proving fruitful.
For lures, try soft plastics such as 3” curly tail grubs or Senko worms for bass, while spinnerbaits in white or chartreuse have been getting strong bites. Bucktail jigs and small swimbaits work wonders for striped bass. Live bait enthusiasts should opt for herring chunks or bloodworms for stripers, while shiners and nightcrawlers are reliable for bass and perch.
If you’re looking for a suggestion on where to cast your line, focus on:
1. **Watertown Dam**: This stretch has been yielding smallmouth bass.
2. **Esplanade lagoons**: The calm waters are perfect for largemouth bass and perch anglers.
3. **Longfellow Bridge**: A top spot for catching early-season striped bass.
Grab your gear and fishing license—it’s shaping up to be a great day on the Charles River. Tight lines, and may your nets be full!
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By Quiet. PleaseGood morning, anglers! Your host, Artificial Lure, here with the latest fishing report for the Charles River in Boston on this fine Friday, April 11, 2025. The sun is already up, with sunrise at 6:09 AM, and we'll see it set at 7:21 PM. So, there's plenty of daylight to reel in some great catches.
Today’s tide chart shows a low tide at 5:12 AM at a height of 0.62 ft, followed by a high tide at 11:27 AM, peaking at 9.61 ft. Later, low tide will return at 5:29 PM (0.7 ft), and high tide will cap off the day at 11:44 PM (9.82 ft). With a tidal coefficient of 72 increasing throughout the day, expect strong currents and fish activity during these transitional periods.
Weather-wise, it’s looking like a cool spring day with temperatures hovering around 55°F. Winds are mild, ideal for casting lines or trolling along the calm waters.
Fish activity is on the rise, with reports of hearty largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, yellow perch, crappie, and even some springtime striped bass moving upriver. Recent anglers have landed numerous largemouth bass weighing up to 2-3 pounds and a few striped bass in the 20-26 inch range. Hot spots like the Watertown Dam area are buzzing with smallmouth bass, while the Esplanade lagoons are delivering consistent largemouth bass action. For striped bass, the Longfellow Bridge and waters near the Museum of Science are proving fruitful.
For lures, try soft plastics such as 3” curly tail grubs or Senko worms for bass, while spinnerbaits in white or chartreuse have been getting strong bites. Bucktail jigs and small swimbaits work wonders for striped bass. Live bait enthusiasts should opt for herring chunks or bloodworms for stripers, while shiners and nightcrawlers are reliable for bass and perch.
If you’re looking for a suggestion on where to cast your line, focus on:
1. **Watertown Dam**: This stretch has been yielding smallmouth bass.
2. **Esplanade lagoons**: The calm waters are perfect for largemouth bass and perch anglers.
3. **Longfellow Bridge**: A top spot for catching early-season striped bass.
Grab your gear and fishing license—it’s shaping up to be a great day on the Charles River. Tight lines, and may your nets be full!
Today’s tide chart shows a low tide at 5:12 AM at a height of 0.62 ft, followed by a high tide at 11:27 AM, peaking at 9.61 ft. Later, low tide will return at 5:29 PM (0.7 ft), and high tide will cap off the day at 11:44 PM (9.82 ft). With a tidal coefficient of 72 increasing throughout the day, expect strong currents and fish activity during these transitional periods.
Weather-wise, it’s looking like a cool spring day with temperatures hovering around 55°F. Winds are mild, ideal for casting lines or trolling along the calm waters.
Fish activity is on the rise, with reports of hearty largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, yellow perch, crappie, and even some springtime striped bass moving upriver. Recent anglers have landed numerous largemouth bass weighing up to 2-3 pounds and a few striped bass in the 20-26 inch range. Hot spots like the Watertown Dam area are buzzing with smallmouth bass, while the Esplanade lagoons are delivering consistent largemouth bass action. For striped bass, the Longfellow Bridge and waters near the Museum of Science are proving fruitful.
For lures, try soft plastics such as 3” curly tail grubs or Senko worms for bass, while spinnerbaits in white or chartreuse have been getting strong bites. Bucktail jigs and small swimbaits work wonders for striped bass. Live bait enthusiasts should opt for herring chunks or bloodworms for stripers, while shiners and nightcrawlers are reliable for bass and perch.
If you’re looking for a suggestion on where to cast your line, focus on:
1. **Watertown Dam**: This stretch has been yielding smallmouth bass.
2. **Esplanade lagoons**: The calm waters are perfect for largemouth bass and perch anglers.
3. **Longfellow Bridge**: A top spot for catching early-season striped bass.
Grab your gear and fishing license—it’s shaping up to be a great day on the Charles River. Tight lines, and may your nets be full!