Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 29, 2025. Let's dive right in!

First off, we're looking at a partly cloudy day with temperatures in the mid-30s Fahrenheit. There's a light west wind around 10 to 15 knots. Sunrise was at 6:34 AM, and we're expecting sunset around 7:14 PM. As for tides, we've got a low tide at 7:43 AM, high tide at 11:09 AM, another low at 8:02 PM, and the final high tide at 11:29 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.

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 28, 2025. Let's dive right in!

First off, sunrise today was at 6:36 AM, and we're looking at sunset around 7:13 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 holding steady at about 95 feet. 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.

Today's tide forecast shows a low tide at 7:04 AM, high tide at 10:33 AM, another low at 7:12 PM, and the final high tide at 10:51 PM. Remember, folks, these tides can affect fish movement, especially in the northern and southern parts of the lake.

Bass fishing has been picking up lately. A few anglers are 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 26, 2025. Let's dive right in!

First off, we're looking at a partly cloudy day 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 baats 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, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 24, 2025. The sun's peeking out at 6:44 AM today, and we'll be saying goodbye to it around 7:07 PM. Weather's been a bit chilly, with temps hovering in the mid-30s, but don't let that stop you from getting out on the water!

Now, let's talk tides. We've got a low tide at 3:06 AM, followed by a high at 9:02 AM. Another low comes in at 2:07 PM, with the final high tide at 7:57 PM. Keep these in mind when planning your fishing spots for the day.

Folks, the fishing's been heating up nicely as we push into spring. Lake trout and landlocked salmon have been the stars of the show lately. Anglers are having good luck trolling in deeper waters, especially near Valcour Island and off the Burlington shores. I've heard reports of some nice catches in the 20 to 25-foot range.

For you bass enthusiasts, while it's still a bit early, some anglers are starting to pull in decent smallmouth using drop shots and jerkbaits in 15 to 25 feet of water. The Inland Sea area has been producing some nice catches.

Pike fishing is starting to pick up in the shallow bays. Missisquoi Bay and Larabee's Point are showing promise as the waters warm. Large spoons and swimbaits have been effective in enticing these aggressive predators.

When it comes to bait and lures, the Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Flat Worm on a drop shot has been killer for smallmouth. For lake trout and salmon, try trolling with spoons like the Sutton 71 in copper or silver. Don't forget to have a mix of jerkbaits and larger swimbaits for those pike.

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd suggest checking out Malletts Bay for a mix of species. The Inland Sea area is also a good bet for some smallmouth action. And if you're after lake trout, the Champlain Bridge area has been producing some nice catches.

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. And always keep an eye on those water temps - a good stream thermometer can be your best friend out there.

That's all for now, anglers. Stay safe, have fun, 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. It's a chilly morning with temperatures around 40°F, but we're expecting it to warm up to the mid-50s by afternoon. Winds are light from the southwest at 5-10 mph. Sunrise was at 6:45 AM, and sunset will be at 7:06 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to wet our lines.

Now, onto the fishing action. The ice is finally out, and the early spring bite is heating up. Anglers have been reporting good success with landlocked salmon in the 2-4 pound range, especially near the mouths of tributaries. Lake trout are also active, with some nice catches coming from deeper water around 50-75 feet.

For you bass enthusiasts, smallmouth are starting to move into shallower water. They're not quite in full pre-spawn mode yet, but we're seeing some action in 10-15 feet of water around rocky points and drop-offs.

Walleye fishing has been steady, with reports of fish in the 3-5 pound range being caught in the Inland Sea and Malletts Bay. Yellow perch are also biting well, especially in the southern part of the lake.

As for tides, we've got a low tide at 1:05 PM at 3.58 feet, followed by a high tide at 6:20 PM at 5.11 feet. Remember, these tidal changes can affect fish movement, especially in the northern part of the lake.

For lures, I'd recommend starting with spoons or stick baits for salmon and lake trout. For bass, try soft plastics like tube jigs or drop shot rigs. Walleye are hitting on jigs tipped with nightcrawlers or minnows.

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd suggest trying the area around Valcour Island for salmon and lake trout. For bass, the rocky shorelines near Charlotte or Shelburne Point have been productive. Walleye anglers might want to check out the deeper channels in the Inland Sea.

Remember to check your local regulations, as some seasons may not be open yet. And as always, practice catch and release when you can to help maintain our fantastic fishery.

That's all for now, folks. This is Artificial Lure, signing off and wishing you tight lines and bent rods on Lake Champlain!

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

Sunrise today was at 6:47 AM, and we're looking at a sunset around 7:05 PM. Weather-wise, it's a chilly morning with temperatures in the mid-30s Fahrenheit, but we're expecting it to warm up to the mid-40s by afternoon. We've got partly cloudy skies and a light west wind at about 5 to 10 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!

Alright folks, here's your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 21, 2025. It's a chilly morning out there with temperatures hovering around 38°F, but we're expecting it to warm up to the mid-50s by afternoon. Skies are partly cloudy with a light breeze from the northwest. Sunrise was at 6:53 AM, and we're looking at sunset around 7:04 PM.

Tides are minimal on the big lake, but we're seeing a slight rise of about 4 inches between low and high tide. Current water temp is sitting at a brisk 42°F.

Now, onto the fishing. The bite has been picking up as we transition into spring. Lake trout and landlocked salmon are still the main targets in the deeper parts of the lake. Anglers have been having good luck trolling with downriggers in 80 to 120 feet of water. Spoons like the Sutton 71 in copper or silver have been hot.

Bass fishing is starting to wake up, especially on warmer afternoons. A few nice smallmouth have been caught on drop shot rigs and jerkbaits in 15 to 25 feet of water. The Inland Sea area has been producing some decent catches.

Pike fishing has been stellar in the shallower bays. Missisquoi Bay and the area around Larabee's Point have been particularly productive. Large spoons and swimbaits are your best bet for these toothy critters.

As for recent catches, we've seen a few lake trout in the 8-10 pound range, some nice 3-4 pound smallmouth, and even a 42-inch pike was reported last weekend.

For you perch jerkers out there, the yellow perch bite has been steady. Tiny jigs tipped with small minnows or worms are doing the trick.

Hot spots to check out include Malletts Bay for a mix of species, the Inland Sea for smallmouth, and the Champlain Bridge area for lake trout. If you're after pike, don't overlook Kelley Bay or Keeler Bay.

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. Tight lines and good luck out there!

Hello anglers! Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for Lake Champlain on this fine day, March 19, 2025.

Today, sunrise greeted us at 6:53 AM, and by 7:01 PM, the sun will set, allowing for a full day on the water. The weather feels brisk, with temperatures hovering in the mid-30s, but as spring pushes forward, fishing is heating up nicely.

The tides present an interesting dynamic today, with high tides at 2:11 AM and 2:21 PM, and low tides at 10:07 AM and 11:06 PM. These changes can influence fish behavior, especially around shallow bays where many species are beginning to stir.

Recently, anglers have reported good activity, particularly with lake trout and landlocked salmon. Trolling in deeper waters, especially near Valcour Island and the Burlington shores, has proven fruitful. Fishermen are also catching some nice smallmouth bass in the Inland Sea area, targeting depths between 15 to 25 feet using drop shots and jerkbaits.

For northern pike enthusiasts, the shallow bays like Missisquoi Bay and Larabee's Point are starting to show promise as waters warm. Anglers are finding success with large spoons and swimbaits, which have been effective in enticing these aggressive predators.

When it comes to bait, the Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Flat Worm has been a standout for smallmouth, particularly on drop shots. For lake trout and salmon, spoons like the Sutton 71 in copper or silver are recommended for trolling.

If you're hunting for hot spots, consider Malletts Bay for a mix of species, or head to the Inland Sea for reliable smallmouth action. The Champlain Bridge area continues to be productive for lake trout, making it another must-visit location.

As always, patience and adaptability are key. Fish slow and deep, and don't hesitate to switch up your presentation if the bites aren't happening. With current conditions, today could yield some solid catches. Tight lines out there, folks!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for March 17, 2025. Let's dive right in!

First off, sunrise today was at 7:03 AM, and we're looking at a sunset around 7:04 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 knots.

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 a few anglers 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 16, 2025. Sunrise today was at 7:03 AM, and we're looking at a sunset around 6:54 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 knots.

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 a few anglers 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!