Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 26, 2025.

First off, let's talk weather and conditions. We're looking at partly cloudy skies with temperatures hovering in the mid-30s Fahrenheit. There's a light west wind around 10 to 15 knots. Sunrise was at 6:40 AM, and we're expecting sunset around 7:10 PM. The lake level is holding steady at about 95 feet.

Now, onto the tides. We've got a low tide at 5:36 AM, high tide at 9:39 AM, another low at 4:26 PM, and the final high tide at 9:34 PM. Remember, folks, these tides can affect fish movement, especially in the northern and southern parts of the lake.

The fishing action is starting to heat up as we move into spring. We're seeing some decent catches despite the cooler temps. Anglers have been having good luck with lake trout and landlocked salmon in the deeper parts of the main lake. I've heard reports of some nice catches near Valcour Island and off the shores of Burlington.

Bass fishing has been a bit slow, but a few anglers are still pulling in some decent smallmouth using drop shots and jerkbaits in 15 to 25 feet of water. The Inland Sea area has been producing some nice catches.

For you pike enthusiasts, the shallow bays are starting to warm up, and we're seeing some early season action. Try throwing some large spoons or swimbaits in areas like Missisquoi Bay or the Larabee's Point area.

Lure-wise, I'd recommend having a mix of jerkbaits, drop shot rigs, and some larger swimbaits for the pike. The Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Flat Worm on a drop shot has been a killer for smallmouth. For lake trout and salmon, try trolling with spoons like the Sutton 71 in copper or silver.

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd suggest checking out Malletts Bay for a mix of species, or head up to the Inland Sea area for some good smallmouth action. The Champlain Bridge area has also been producing some nice lake trout.

Remember, folks, the key to success this time of year is to fish slow and deep. Don't be afraid to switch up your presentations if you're not getting any bites.

That's all for now, anglers. Stay safe out there, and tight lines!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 24, 2025.

Sunrise today was at 6:50 AM, and we're looking at a sunset around 7:05 PM. Weather-wise, it's a bit chilly with temperatures in the mid-40s Fahrenheit. We've got partly cloudy skies and a light breeze coming from the southwest at about 5-10 mph.

Now, onto the fishing! The lake level is sitting pretty steady, and we're seeing some decent action as the ice has finally melted off most of the lake. Water temps are hovering around 38°F, which means we're seeing some good activity, especially for cold-water species.

Tides aren't a huge factor on Champlain, but there is a slight fluctuation. We've got a low tide at 10:43 AM and a high at 3:03 PM today.

Lake trout and landlocked salmon have been the stars of the show lately. Anglers are reporting good success trolling with spoons in 40-60 feet of water. The Sutton 71 in copper or silver has been a hot lure. For you salmon chasers, try working the mouths of tributaries with stick baits or small spoons.

Bass fishing is starting to pick up, especially for smallmouth. They're hanging out on deep drop-offs and near rocky structure. Jerkbaits and hair jigs have been producing well. A few anglers have been catching some nice largemouth in the shallower bays using chatterbaits or slow-rolling spinnerbaits.

Pike fishing has been excellent in the shallow bays. Big spoons and swimbaits are the ticket here. We've seen some real monsters come in from Missisquoi Bay and the Larabee's Point area.

For you panfish enthusiasts, yellow perch are biting well in 15-20 feet of water. Small jigs tipped with minnows or worms are working great.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend checking out Mallets Bay for a mix of species. The Inland Sea area has been producing some nice lakers and smallmouth. If you're after salmon, try trolling near the mouth of the Boquet River.

Remember, folks, the key to success this time of year is to fish slow and deep. Don't be afraid to switch up your presentations if you're not getting any bites.

That's all for now, anglers. Stay safe out there, and tight lines!

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 23, 2025.

First off, let's talk weather. We're looking at partly cloudy skies with temperatures in the mid-30s Fahrenheit. There's a light west wind around 10 to 15 knots. Sunrise was at 6:44 AM, and we're expecting sunset around 7:07 PM.

Now, onto the fishing! The lake level is holding steady at about 95 feet. We've got some decent action despite the cooler temps. Anglers have been having good luck with lake trout and landlocked salmon in the deeper parts of the main lake. I've heard reports of some nice catches near Valcour Island and off the shores of Burlington.

Today's tide forecast shows a low tide at 3:06 AM, high tide at 9:02 AM, another low at 2:07 PM, and the final high tide at 7:57 PM. Remember, folks, these tides can affect fish movement, especially in the northern and southern parts of the lake.

Bass fishing has been a bit slow, but a few anglers are still pulling in some decent smallmouth using drop shots and jerkbaits in 15 to 25 feet of water. The Inland Sea area has been producing some nice catches.

For you pike enthusiasts, the shallow bays are starting to warm up, and we're seeing some early season action. Try throwing some large spoons or swimbaits in areas like Missisquoi Bay or the Larabee's Point area.

Lure-wise, I'd recommend having a mix of jerkbaits, drop shot rigs, and some larger swimbaits for the pike. The Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Flat Worm on a drop shot has been a killer for smallmouth. For lake trout and salmon, try trolling with spoons like the Sutton 71 in copper or silver.

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd suggest checking out Malletts Bay for a mix of species, or head up to the Inland Sea area for some good smallmouth action. The Champlain Bridge area has also been producing some nice lake trout.

Remember, folks, the key to success this time of year is to fish slow and deep. Don't be afraid to switch up your presentations if you're not getting any bites.

That's all for now, anglers. Stay safe out there, and tight lines!

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 22, 2025.

First off, let's talk weather. We're looking at partly cloudy skies today with a high of 48°F and light winds out of the northwest. Sunrise was at 6:47 AM, and we'll see sunset at 7:05 PM. Water temps are still chilly, hovering around 37°F.

Now, onto the fishing! The ice is finally off the main lake, but we've still got some solid ice in the bays and sheltered areas. Ice anglers are still pulling in nice catches of perch and crappie, with some bonus pike mixed in.

For open water fishing, the salmon bite has been heating up near the mouths of tributaries. Trolling with spoons or stick baits has been productive. Lake trout are starting to move shallower as the water warms up. Jigging with blade baits or tubes in 40-60 feet of water has been the ticket.

Bass fishing is still a bit slow, but a few anglers are catching smallmouth on deep drop-offs with jerkbaits or hair jigs. For bait, live minnows are always a good bet this time of year.

As for hot spots, I'd check out Mallets Bay for some good perch action through the ice. For open water, try trolling near the mouth of the Boquet River for salmon. The Inland Sea area has been producing some nice lakers too.

Remember, folks, we've got a low tide at 1:31 AM and a high at 5:35 AM. Another low comes in at 1:05 PM, with the last high at 6:20 PM. While tides aren't a huge factor on Champlain, it's still worth keeping in mind.

Lure-wise, I'd suggest having a mix of jerkbaits, blade baits, and some larger swimbaits for pike. The Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Flat Worm on a drop shot has been killer for smallmouth.

That's all for now, anglers. Stay safe out there, and tight lines!

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 21, 2025.

The sun's peeking over the horizon at 6:50 AM today, and we'll see it dip back down around 7:05 PM. Weather-wise, we're looking at partly cloudy skies with temperatures in the mid-40s Fahrenheit. There's a light breeze coming from the southwest at about 5-10 mph.

Now, onto the fishing! The ice is finally off most of the lake, and the fish are starting to get active. Water temps are hovering around 38°F, which means we're seeing some good action, especially for cold-water species.

Tides aren't a huge factor on Champlain, but there is a slight fluctuation. We've got a low tide at 10:43 AM and a high at 3:03 PM.

Lake trout and landlocked salmon have been the stars of the show lately. Anglers are reporting good success trolling with spoons in 40-60 feet of water. The Sutton 71 in copper or silver has been a hot lure. For you salmon chasers, try working the mouths of tributaries with stick baits or small spoons.

Bass fishing is starting to pick up, especially for smallmouth. They're hanging out on deep drop-offs and near rocky structure. Jerkbaits and hair jigs have been producing well. A few anglers have been catching some nice largemouth in the shallower bays using chatterbaits or slow-rolling spinnerbaits.

Pike fishing has been excellent in the shallow bays. Big spoons and swimbaits are the ticket here. We've seen some real monsters come in from Missisquoi Bay and the Larabee's Point area.

For you panfish enthusiasts, yellow perch are biting well in 15-20 feet of water. Small jigs tipped with minnows or worms are working great.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend checking out Mallets Bay for a mix of species. The Inland Sea area has been producing some nice lakers and smallmouth. If you're after salmon, try trolling near the mouth of the Boquet River.

Remember, folks, the key to success this time of year is to fish slow and deep. Don't be afraid to switch up your presentations if you're not getting any bites.

That's all for now, anglers. Stay safe out there, and tight lines!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 19, 2025.

First off, let's talk weather. We're looking at partly cloudy skies today with temperatures in the mid-40s. There's a light breeze from the northwest at about 5-10 mph. Sunrise was at 6:58 AM, and we'll see the sun dip below the horizon at 7:06 PM. As for tides, Lake Champlain doesn't have significant tidal activity, but water levels are currently sitting at about 95 feet above sea level, which is pretty typical for this time of year.

Now, onto the fishing! The bite has been picking up as we transition into spring. We're seeing some good action with lake trout and landlocked salmon in the deeper parts of the main lake. Anglers have been having luck trolling with spoons like the Sutton 71 in copper or silver. For you bass enthusiasts, the smallmouth bite is starting to heat up. They're still holding in deeper water, around 20-30 feet, but are starting to move shallower. Drop shots with a Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Flat Worm have been killer.

Pike fishing has been on fire in the shallower bays. Missisquoi Bay and the Inland Sea have been producing some nice catches. Large spoons and swimbaits are your best bet for these toothy critters.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend checking out Mallets Bay for a mix of species. The Inland Sea area has been producing some nice smallmouth, and the Champlain Bridge area is always a good bet for lake trout.

Bait-wise, live minnows are always a solid choice this time of year. For artificial lures, make sure you've got a mix of jerkbaits, drop shot rigs, and some larger swimbaits for the pike.

Remember, folks, the key to success right now is to fish slow and be patient. The fish are there, but they might need a little coaxing in these transitional waters.

That's all for now, anglers. Stay safe out there, and tight lines!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 17, 2025.

Sunrise today was at 7:03 AM, and we're looking at a sunset around 7:01 PM. Weather-wise, it's a bit chilly with temperatures hovering in the low 40s Fahrenheit. We've got partly cloudy skies and a light northwest wind at about 5 to 10 mph.

Now, onto the fishing! The lake level is sitting at about 96 feet, which is pretty typical for this time of year. We're seeing some decent action despite the cooler temps. Anglers have been having good luck with lake trout and landlocked salmon in the deeper parts of the main lake. I've heard reports of some nice catches near Valcour Island and off the shores of Burlington.

Bass fishing has been picking up, with smallmouth starting to move into shallower water. Anglers are pulling in some decent smallies using drop shots and jerkbaits in 10 to 20 feet of water. The Inland Sea area has been producing some nice catches.

For you pike enthusiasts, the shallow bays are warming up, and we're seeing some good early season action. Try throwing some large spoons or swimbaits in areas like Missisquoi Bay or the Larabee's Point area.

Perch fishing has been steady, with good numbers being caught in the shallower bays. Minnows and small jigs tipped with worms have been the ticket.

Lure-wise, I'd recommend having a mix of jerkbaits, drop shot rigs, and some larger swimbaits for the pike. The Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Flat Worm on a drop shot has been a killer for smallmouth. For lake trout and salmon, try trolling with spoons like the Sutton 71 in copper or silver.

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd suggest checking out Malletts Bay for a mix of species, or head up to the Inland Sea area for some good smallmouth action. The Champlain Bridge area has also been producing some nice lake trout.

Remember, folks, the key to success this time of year is to fish slow and deep. Don't be afraid to switch up your presentations if you're not getting any bites.

That's all for now, anglers. Stay safe out there, and tight lines!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 16, 2025.

We're looking at a partly cloudy day with highs around 42°F and light winds out of the southwest. Sunrise was at 6:59 AM and sunset will be at 6:57 PM. As for tides, we've got a high tide at 12:37 PM and a low tide at 9:30 PM, but remember, tidal changes are pretty minimal on Champlain.

Water temps are still chilly, hovering around 34-36°F. The ice is breaking up in most areas, but be careful if you're heading out - some bays still have patchy ice.

Despite the cold, fishing's been picking up lately. Anglers have been having good luck with lake trout and landlocked salmon in deeper waters. A few reports of some nice smallmouth bass coming in too, though they're still sluggish.

For lakers and salmon, try jigging with blade baits or tubes in 40-60 feet of water. The Berkeley Powerbait MaxScent Flat Worm in black has been a hot bait lately. If you're after smallies, slow down your presentation - hair jigs or drop shots with small plastics have been producing.

Pike fishing has been decent in the shallower bays where the water's warming up fastest. Large spoons or jerkbaits like the Rapala Husky Jerk have been getting attention.

Hot spots to check out: Malletts Bay for perch through the ice (be careful!), and the Inland Sea area for some good lake trout action. If you're after salmon, try trolling near the mouth of the Boquet River.

Remember to dress warm and be safe out there. The bite's only going to improve as we head into spring. Tight lines, everyone!

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 15, 2025.

First off, let's talk weather. We're looking at partly cloudy skies today with a high of 45°F and light winds out of the southwest. Sunrise was at 7:03 AM, and we'll see sunset at 6:55 PM. Water temps are still chilly, hovering around 35°F.

Now, onto the fishing! The ice is finally breaking up on the main lake, but we've still got some solid ice in the bays and sheltered areas. Ice anglers are still pulling in nice catches of perch and crappie, with some bonus pike mixed in.

For open water fishing, the salmon bite has been heating up near the mouths of tributaries. Trolling with spoons or stick baits has been productive. Lake trout are starting to move shallower as the water warms up. Jigging with blade baits or tubes in 40-60 feet of water has been the ticket.

Bass fishing is still a bit slow, but a few anglers are catching smallmouth on deep drop-offs with jerkbaits or hair jigs. For bait, live minnows are always a good bet this time of year.

As for hot spots, I'd check out Mallets Bay for some good perch action through the ice. For open water, try trolling near the mouth of the Boquet River for salmon. The Inland Sea area has been producing some nice lakers too.

Remember, folks, we've got a low tide at 7:33 AM and a high at 10:57 AM. Another low comes in at 7:33 PM. While tides aren't a huge factor on Champlain, it's still worth keeping in mind.

Lure-wise, I'd suggest having a mix of jerkbaits, blade baits, and some larger swimbaits for pike. The Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Flat Worm on a drop shot has been killer for smallmouth.

That's all for now, anglers. Stay safe out there, and tight lines!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 14, 2025. Sunrise today was at 7:09 AM, and we're looking at a sunset around 6:50 PM. Weather-wise, it's a bit chilly with temperatures hovering in the mid-30s Fahrenheit. We've got partly cloudy skies and a light west wind at about 10 to 15 knots.

Now, onto the fishing! The lake level is sitting at about 95 feet, which is pretty typical for this time of year. We're seeing some decent action despite the cooler temps. Anglers have been having good luck with lake trout and landlocked salmon in the deeper parts of the main lake. I've heard reports of some nice catches near Valcour Island and off the shores of Burlington.

Bass fishing has been a bit slow, but a few anglers are still pulling in some decent smallmouth using drop shots and jerkbaits in 15 to 25 feet of water. The Inland Sea area has been producing some nice catches.

For you pike enthusiasts, the shallow bays are starting to warm up, and we're seeing some early season action. Try throwing some large spoons or swimbaits in areas like Missisquoi Bay or the Larabee's Point area.

Lure-wise, I'd recommend having a mix of jerkbaits, drop shot rigs, and some larger swimbaits for the pike. The Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Flat Worm on a drop shot has been a killer for smallmouth. For lake trout and salmon, try trolling with spoons like the Sutton 71 in copper or silver.

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd suggest checking out Malletts Bay for a mix of species, or head up to the Inland Sea area for some good smallmouth action. The Champlain Bridge area has also been producing some nice lake trout.

Remember, folks, the key to success this time of year is to fish slow and deep. Don't be afraid to switch up your presentations if you're not getting any bites.

That's all for now, anglers. Stay safe out there, and tight lines!