Lake Erie, Cleveland Fishing Report Today

Lake Erie anglers, Artificial Lure here, bringing you your August 13, 2025, fishing report for the Cleveland area. Sunrise hit at 6:32am, and we can expect sunset around 8:30pm today. Conditions are classic late-summer Erie, with lake temps right off Cleveland hanging steady at 72 degrees according to the National Weather Service. Winds are gentle out of the southwest at 5 to 10 knots this morning, and waves are a smooth 1 foot or less. A cold front is sliding through later today, so keep an eye out for patchy showers and maybe a thunderstorm or two—nothing major, but winds and waves could ramp up around any passing storm cells.

Fishing action has been outstanding in the Central Basin. If you’re after **walleye**, the big schools have settled into that classic August pattern: deep water, 65 to 75 feet, straight out from Cleveland, Fairport Harbor, and Conneaut. The Beacon reports limits are common if you stay on the move and dial in your trolling speed and depth. Most fish are coming off the boards using deep-diving crankbaits, and on calmer mornings, don’t overlook classic crawler harnesses run low and slow.

Steelhead are starting to mix in a bit, especially in those deeper haunts, so there’s a real mixed-bag potential. Several charters reported nice bonus fish on silver spoons and smaller stickbaits trolled 30–40 feet down. Don’t sleep on a Riplin’ Redfin—CEM Custom Lures on Instagram says it’s been one of Lake Erie’s can't-miss producers for over 20 years, and reports this week back that up.

Yellow perch action is picking up, but you need to stay mobile. Look for boats working the 45 to 55-foot contour east of the mouth of the Cuyahoga River and off Euclid. Spreads with live emerald shiners on perch rigs are the go-to, though salted shiners will fill the gaps if bait supply is slim.

For bass fans, shoreline structure and rocky points east and west of downtown are holding good numbers. Early mornings are best, especially with topwaters or jerkbaits like the Megabass Vision 110. Later in the day, switch to Ned rigs, tubes, or hover-strolling a soft minnow along the drop-offs; Omnia Fishing lists these as hot setups and the Three Rivers Tackle shop has plenty of Jerk Minnow options in stock.

Today’s **hot spots** to try:

- The 70-foot line off Wildwood Park for walleye and steelhead

- The breakwalls near Edgewater Park for smallmouth and bonus catfish

- For perch, drift the deeper water off Gordon Park pier

Quick tip: If a storm pops up, head in close and work those breakwalls for a mixed catch while the squall passes—the water churn will turn on the predators.

Remember, keep an eye to the sky, especially with that cold front marching in. Winds look to stay under 10 knots, but updrafts around thunderstorms can make things change fast. As always, pack rain gear just in case.

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This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Erie Cleveland fishing report for August 10, 2025.

It’s a classic late summer morning on the North Coast—sunrise was gorgeous at 6:23 AM and we’ll see sunset tonight at 8:34 PM. The weather is prime for anglers: clear skies, temps topping out in the upper 70s, light winds shifting south to southeast at around 5 to 10 knots, and wave heights across the lake holding at a gentle 1 foot or less, according to the National Weather Service Cleveland Marine Forecast. High pressure is dominating, and we’ve got stable conditions through the weekend.

There’s no true tidal action on Lake Erie, but water movements are mild with the light breeze—perfect for both casting and trolling. Water clarity is good in most nearshore areas, though a little algae bloom is lingering deeper and west around the reefs.

Let’s talk fish activity. The walleye bite is still king here in August. Reports from the last 24 hours show steady—though not frantic—catches in 40 to 44 feet of water, especially from Eastlake’s CEI stack east past Shoregate Towers. One local on OhioGameFishing.com fishing that zone yesterday pulled a short, but said the pickings were slow but present on Erie Dearies in chartreuse and white. For trollers, folks running deep-diving crankbaits and worm harnesses from Gordon Park eastward out of Wildwood and E55 have been boating better numbers, with several catches reported in the 18”–24” range. Summer trolling techniques—running bandits, flicker minnows and worm harnesses at 1.7–2.1 MPH—are still producing, especially in the cooler morning hours and late evening as the sun drops.

Yellow perch reports remain spotty near Cleveland itself, but those poking out to the 38–42 foot flats off Bratenahl and out towards Rocky River are getting a few solid pulls, mainly using emerald shiners on spreaders, especially near the bottom as the water’s still holding a chill below the thermocline.

Smallmouth bass anglers are quietly stacking some good fish out by the breakwalls and harbor mouths at Edgewater and E72, with topwater walkers and tube jigs pulling in plenty during dawn and dusk. Two-pounders are not uncommon! For the bite, try a chrome or bone Spook or a green pumpkin tube.

If you’re gearing up for a weekend bash, Mohican Hardware in Cleveland is carrying specialized Lake Erie walleye equipment and top-quality baits from Berkley and Shimano right now.

Best lures for today:

- For walleye: chartreuse or white Erie Dearie spinners, deep-diving crankbaits like the Bandit Walleye Deep or Flicker Minnows, and harnesses dressed with nightcrawlers.

- For perch: live or salted emerald shiners on crappie rigs or spreaders.

- For smallmouth: topwater stickbaits in the morning, tubes and drop-shot rigs mid-day.

Your **hot spots** for this weekend:

- The 44-foot contour between Eastlake CEI and Shoregate Towers for walleye—just off the city’s east edge.

- The flats off Bratenahl for those hungry perch.

- Edgewater breakwall and E72

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Artificial Lure here with your Lake Erie report for Saturday, August 9, 2025, coming to you from Cleveland! Anglers are waking to prime conditions: mostly sunny skies, air temps climbing to the high 70s by midday, and gentle south winds at 5–10 knots switching southeast late morning. The lake’s serene, with wave heights mostly a foot or less, maybe touching 2 feet if you drift a little farther out, so today’s shaping up to be classic summer fishing weather, perfect for anyone looking to get lines wet. The water off Cleveland is holding at about 66 degrees according to the National Weather Service Marine Forecast, and that cooler temp has the fish active in the early hours and again in the evening.

First light broke at 6:27 A.M. and you’ll get another shot just before 8:36 P.M. as the sunset colors Cleveland’s skyline. Get out early or plan on that prime time bite just before dusk—especially after a sunny day when the baitfish move in closer to shore.

Now, onto the action! Local charters report a blazing-hot walleye bite this week. The word on the docks—and check your favorite social media for the pics—is "quick limits.” Crews targeting that 40 to 50-foot range between Rocky River and Gordon Park have filled coolers fast, many catching their limits by mid-morning. Most are trolling with worm harnesses, crankbaits, or Bandits at 2 mph, but don’t overlook snap weight setups for suspended fish. For a hands-on approach, casting weight-forward spinners and jigging with blade baits are also producing, particularly near drop-offs and classic structure.

Alongside walleye, the white bass are pushing deeper—Zimmer Tackle reported they’re schoolin’ mostly off points and in deeper open water, with some moving into 30–35 foot zones as those temps nudge downward. Perch bite is spotty but picking up, especially out by the Cleveland Harbor breakwall and just east past the Edgewater piers; best bet is anchoring up with shiners on spreaders.

For bass chasers, artificial lures like the 5-inch pencil popper “Jowler” in shad or perch colors are drawing up aggressive smallmouth in the rocky shoals around the western end of the Cleveland Harbor. Fellow locals’ favorite—the floating soft-plastic Stealth Worm rigged for drop shot or shaky heads—has nabbed several solid largemouths and bronzebacks in weed edges and pockets near E. 72nd Street and around Whiskey Island. Glide baits and swimbaits, fished slow near rock piles or docks, have produced some exciting topwater explosions just after sunrise; don’t forget to pack both finesse and reaction baits to match the changing mood.

Top hot spots this morning:

- The stretch from Edgewater Park to Gordon Park—trolling at 38–45 FOW for walleye, perch on the bottom near rocky structure.

- E. 72nd Street marina mouth and north toward the crib—solid catch rates for smallmouth and mixed white bass, especially using jigging spoons or blade baits when fish are holding mid-column.

- Cleveland Harbor breakwall—best for target

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Good morning from the north shore—Artificial Lure here with your August 8th Lake Erie and Cleveland metro fishing report. We’re sliding deeper into August, and the summer bite is still rolling, though the patterns are shifting as fish respond to the season’s warmth and recent weather.

Let’s kick off with the basics: sunrise today was at 6:25 a.m., and sunset comes at 8:36 p.m. The weather is shaping up beautifully—expect mild lake breezes, mostly sunny skies, and temps climbing from the mid-60s toward the upper 70s by afternoon, classic conditions for August action. According to the National Weather Service, east winds at 5 to 10 knots are bringing calm waters; waves stay minimal at 1–2 feet or less. That’s ideal for nearshore casting and small boaters.

As we transition into late summer, the highlight species in and around Cleveland are walleye, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, panfish, channel catfish, and carp. Walleye, as always, headline the talk. Out in deeper water, anglers are reporting pockets of big fish—tournament boats yesterday out of Dunkirk pulled in more than 26 pounds in a single bag, and locals are still hitting 40-pound, five-fish limits on their best days. Still, the movement of bait and a slight thermal shift means the walleye schools are spread out, so the key is to track bait balls and the thermocline with sonar. Trolling with deep-running crankbaits, dipsy divers with crawler harnesses, and purple Michigan Stinger spoons has been highly effective. Jigging Rapalas and heavy jigs vertically with plastics or live bait are also producing when you find fish suspending mid-column.

Closer to the harbors and sheltered coves, smallmouth bass are lurking in the deeper, rocky holes. Dawn and dusk are prime, as the smallies move up to feed. Tube jigs in dark olive or brown, ned rigs, and dropshot setups are solid choices—anything mimicking crayfish or baitfish gets hammered. Wallace Lake harbors largemouth bass, and they're chasing topwater lures early or flipping plastics near docks and weeds as the sun comes up. According to the Cleveland Metroparks, a simple waxworm under a small bobber remains the old standby for panfish—especially if you’re entertaining kids or newcomers.

Catfish remain a story all their own. Bluegill, crappie, and pumpkinseed are always available around shorelines, but the night bite for channel catfish is legendary this time of year. Big bags of cats are coming out of Sandusky Bay, with a new local bait called Trout Tales drawing in the big ones—check Bay's Edge Bait & Tackle for those. Classic baits like nightcrawlers, raw shrimp, chicken liver, and processed dough baits are scoring channel cats everywhere from the Cuyahoga River to the stocked ponds at Shadow Lake and Ledge Lake. Not to be outdone, a rare 18-pound flathead catfish was pulled from Sandusky Bay last week, reminding us all that giants lurk nearby.

If you’re itching for hot spots, get out early and work the Cleveland harbor walls, Edgewater

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Artificial Lure here with the Lake Erie Cleveland fishing report for August 6th, 2025.

It’s been a picture-perfect stretch on the North Coast. The lake’s rolled out a red carpet of calm—waves holding at 1 foot or less, clear skies overhead after a mix of sun and a few pop-up clouds earlier, and that light southeast breeze making it just about ideal for both shore anglers and boaters. Water off Cleveland sits at 66 degrees, a touch cool for midsummer but prime for that famous late summer bite, especially as we move toward evening. Sunrise hit at 6:22 am and sunset’s at 8:38 pm, giving us a long window for dragging lines and working structure.

The bite’s been strong all week, particularly for walleye. Locals are reporting steady limits coming from 30 to 40 feet of water east and west of the city, especially near Gordon Park and the Cleveland Crib, with another hot pocket around the 72nd Street boat launch and out toward the Euclid Wall. Most success has come trolling stickbaits—those in perch or clown pattern are out-fishing the rest, especially Fulks’ custom cranks and classic Bandits. If you’re after live bait action, nightcrawlers on harnesses remain a hefty producer when drifted across the drop-offs and shale humps. For those preferring a hands-on approach, jiggers are picking up fish off the points in the morning—try bright blade baits or a half-ounce jig tipped with a minnow.

Perch packs are building, though still scattered. The best hauls are coming off the bottom near Edgewater as well as off Wildwood. Emerald shiners on spreaders did the trick for one party boat bringing in a three-man limit before noon. Keep your baits close to the lakebed and stay on the move if you’re not getting pecks within ten minutes.

Smallmouth bass are cruising the rocky edges, with reports of 2- to 4-pounders released from breakwalls and harbors. Ned rigs in green pumpkin or simple tubes over riprap have been consistent. Early morning and late evening surface biter—popper or walking baits in shad color—brought out some real bruisers for the topwater crowd.

Catfish, as per usual, have been active around the river mouths, especially after sunset. Cut bait—like sucker or shad—cast near drop-offs put several 10-pound-plus channels on the bank, and one lucky kayaker near Whiskey Island reported wrestling in a flathead that nearly busted his net.

Weather for the remainder of the week is stable, with a ridge of high pressure holding over the lake—winds should stay under 10 knots, and waves won’t top 2 feet through Friday. Visibility’s excellent, so get those planer boards out or work the piers if you can’t launch. For tides, Lake Erie’s range is minor, just a few inches, but pay attention to wind direction—east winds can pile water and affect the bite, but tonight’s calm is your friend.

Best bets for lures today are anything natural: stickbaits in perch, shad, or firetiger; spinner harnesses with chartreuse or copper blades; and for the bass and cats, don’t ignor

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This is Artificial Lure checking in with your July 7th Cleveland and Lake Erie fishing report, serving up the straight reel for all my fellow anglers looking to hit the water this week.

Let’s start with the big news on the lake: a cold front pushed through this morning and is now stalling south of us, keeping weather patterns a little stubborn through the next few days. Cleveland saw a mix of early morning showers, and with that front wobbling around, scattered rain and a passing thunderstorm can’t be ruled out into tonight. Winds today swung north at 5 to 10 knots, turning a bit northeast later, but nothing too wild—waves are laying right around 1 foot, so conditions are plenty fishable if you keep an eye on the radar. Night winds will be similar, and water temps off Cleveland are an even 62 degrees according to the National Weather Service.

Sunrise today hit at 5:55 AM and sunset will wrap up at 9:05 PM, giving us long daylight to chase that evening bite. These slightly cooled waters have the fish sliding a touch deeper but still suspending off structure—classic post-front pattern.

Now for the nitty gritty: the bite around Cleveland and up towards Geneva has stayed steady, with walleye as the star attraction. Charter captains, including the always dependable AA Charters, report limits coming in with quality fish averaging 2-4 pounds, and several boats seeing “box full” action by midday. Most successful crews have been trolling deep diving crankbaits in chrome or clown patterns and harnesses with purple and chartreuse blades. Worm harnesses tipped with nightcrawlers are still the most reliable bait, especially off 35-42 feet of water just northeast of Cleveland and out around the Cleveland Crib and 72nd Street access.

Smallmouth bass are active along rocky reefs and breakwalls, especially in the morning. Anglers targeting them are working Ned rigs, drop-shotting 3-inch shad-imitators, or throwing marabou hair jigs—these finesse baits have been the ticket as the fish get a little shy in the clear, post-front water. For those chasing perch, schools have been scattered but improving—Emerald shiners on dropper rigs around the old Euclid dump and near the mouth of the Rocky River are pulling in decent numbers, but you’ll need to do some searching with your electronics.

Hot spots today and through the week:

• The Cleveland Crib and the edge of the 40-foot contour off Edgewater remain walleye magnets, especially for trollers running harnesses 30-40 feet down.

• The breakwalls off Gordon Park and around the East 72nd St. marina are holding smallmouth early and late. Don’t sleep on the stretch from Wildwood Park east to Euclid—multiple species and less pressure.

With this frontal weather, the most consistent plan is to follow the wind shifts—north and northeast breezes will push bait and fish up along the southern shore. Start shallow early, then work your way out deeper as the sun climbs and the water warms.

That’s your Lake Erie scoop for Ju

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Lake Erie out of Cleveland was sizzling today—both on and off the water. Locals woke up to another muggy July scorcher as Cleveland highs flirted with the low 90s under mostly sunny skies, while a humid, southwest breeze kept things interesting. The sunrise at 5:58 AM painted the downtown horizon, and sunset tonight will wrap up at 9:08 PM. Anglers smartly hit the water early to beat the heat and the approaching cold front, which is due to spark thunderstorms later tonight according to the National Weather Service marine forecast.

Water temps were classic July: off Cleveland, the big lake read about 62 degrees, which means nearshore fish are more active at dawn and dusk. Winds ran 10 to 15 knots out of the southwest, keeping waves two feet or less for most of the day—a perfect recipe for both trolling and drifting. If you’re heading out tonight or tomorrow, keep an eye out for pop-up storms, which could make conditions dicey and ramp up wave action quickly.

On the catch front, the summer walleye bite is at its peak. AA Charters, led by Captain Allen Weaver out of Vermilion, has put clients on steady limits of walleye, with typical fish running 18 to 24 inches. Slow-trolling harnesses in purple and chartreuse, as well as trolling spoons like Beaver’s Lures’ “bloody nose” and “pinky” patterns, have consistently produced fish. According to reviews from Beaver’s Lures regulars, these spoons have landed everything from walleye to lake trout and steelhead in similar Great Lakes conditions this season. Steelhead, although hit or miss day to day, have been coming out of 40- to 70-foot depths, particularly on Wonder Bread and Alien Breath spoons run on downriggers. A few anglers have reported bonus smallmouth bass and the occasional chunky perch when drifting with live emerald shiners around submerged structure.

The 2025 Big Fish Friday “Summer Slam” up in Erie, PA, just east of us, recorded solid catches in both the walleye and “silverfish” divisions—proof that the central basin is firing on all cylinders for walleye, steelhead, and even the odd salmon. Local guides still recommend a mixed spread if you’re targeting a limit or looking for a trophy. Early mornings and late evenings remain the golden hours.

If you’re looking for hotspots, try heading out of Gordon Park, especially the 50- to 60-foot contour between Cleveland Harbor and Euclid—the classic drift-and-cast walleye territory. Another reliable zone: the nearshore reefs off Wildwood, where both walleye and smallmouth are prowling, especially just after first light. Charter captains like Weaver recommend moving east toward Geneva for both consistency and bigger fish in July, but don’t overlook the Cleveland breakwalls for a quick after-work bite as sunset cools things down.

Best lures today:

- Silver, purple, or chartreuse crawler harnesses for walleye

- Standard trolling spoons, especially Wonder Bread, Alien Breath, and Pinky patterns for steelhead and bonus trout

- Crankbaits in shad and

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Good morning from the north coast—Artificial Lure here with your Lake Erie fishing report for Cleveland and the surrounding shoreline on June 22, 2025.

We’re in the sweet spot of late June and fish activity is solid. According to the Lake Erie, Cleveland Daily Fishing Report and recent updates from Bigwater Fishing, walleye action is red-hot right now. Trollers have been putting up numbers from the breakwalls downtown out to the nearshore reefs and west toward the islands. Average walleye are coming in at about 5 pounds, and stickbaits and spoons are the ticket—don’t leave the dock without chartreuse, purple, or firetiger patterns in your box. Early risers have been seeing the best bite with fish moving into shallower water before sunrise and sliding deeper as the sun gets higher.

Conditions are classic mid-June. Weather and Climate reports show comfortable temps today, sitting in the upper 60s before daybreak and heading toward a high around 75°F. You might dodge some showers as extended forecasts call for scattered thunderstorms and intermittent rain, so pack rain gear just in case. Sunrise is at 5:53 AM and sunset rolls in at 9:04 PM, giving you all-day opportunity to track down a limit.

The yellow perch bite has started to pick up in harbors and nearshore areas around Cleveland. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is recommending emerald shiners on perch spreaders or crappie rigs. Don’t forget—the daily limit for perch is 10 in this central section of the lake. Some jumbos over 12 inches have come in from the E. 72nd Street harbor and the breakwall at Edgewater.

Steelhead trout and the odd lake trout are also being caught at tributary mouths—try trolling stickbaits or spoons near the Rocky and Chagrin rivers. For those fishing bass, remember the special regulation: black bass possession is limited to one fish over 18 inches until tomorrow, June 21st, but expect smallmouths to still be caught and released around rocky points and breakwalls using tube jigs and soft plastics.

If you want a couple local hot spots, Edgewater Park pier and the Cleveland Harbor East 55th Marina are always reliable this time of year for both boat and shore anglers. Out deeper, the 50- to 60-foot contour between Cleveland and Rocky River remains a solid walleye zone, especially at first light.

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Artificial Lure here with your Lake Erie and Cleveland area fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

We’re looking at a prime early summer day on the big lake. Sunrise kicked off at 5:52 a.m. and you’ll have all the way till 9:03 p.m. to soak up those long daylight hours, perfect for squeezing in an evening bite. Weather today is classic northeast Ohio—partly cloudy, highs pushing up toward the mid-to-upper 70s, and a light southwest wind, keeping things comfortable for both the boaters and those casting from shore, according to the latest National Weather Service marine forecast. The water off Cleveland’s sitting at a brisk 55 degrees, so watch for pockets of warmer water to hold active fish.

Lake Erie doesn’t have true tides, but we are seeing those typical summer fluctuations—just enough movement nearshore to draw bait and keep the predators close. Boat anglers are finding fair-to-moderate lake conditions, with a slight chop in the morning that should settle as the day goes on. Always keep an eye out for sudden weather changes—Erie’s mood can shift quick, so check your marine radio before heading out.

Fishing action is running hot this week. Walleye continue to dominate the headlines, especially with limits being reached by many boats trolling in 40-45 feet of water during the day. Best results are coming to those running crankbaits and spoons off divers, with top picks being Bandit Walleye Deep, Perfect 10s, and smaller spoons in blue and chrome patterns. The nighttime bite is still on fire along the Cleveland shoreline, especially from Edgewater east to the E72nd Street breakwall. Shallow plugs trolled in 7-15 feet between sundown and midnight are producing big numbers—don’t forget your headlamp and a net with a long handle.

Yellow perch action is picking up near the harbor mouths. Anglers are catching quality jumbos with spreaders and crappie rigs baited with emerald shiners; mornings seem to be the most productive. Remember, the daily limit for perch in the Central Zone—which covers Cleveland—is 10 fish per angler, so keep it selective.

Bass fishing is solid both in the harbor and near rocky structures along the shore. Largemouth and smallmouth are hitting swimbaits, jigs, and finesse drop shot rigs. Focus around the marina rock piles or the river mouths, especially early and late in the day.

For a couple of hot spots:

- E72nd Street breakwall is a walleye magnet at night.

- Rocky River mouth and Edgewater Park are producing nice mixed bags of smallmouth and perch.

Reports from the Cleveland Metroparks and FishUSA highlight that a few bonus steelhead and even some channel catfish are still being caught around tributary mouths and harbors.

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Good morning from the Lake Erie shoreline—this is Artificial Lure with your Cleveland fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

We kicked off the day with sunrise at 5:52 a.m. and anglers were already out, rods in hand, taking advantage of a long window before sunset at 9:03 p.m. Weather’s cooperating nicely—it’s partly cloudy, sitting in the mid-70s, and there’s just a light northwest breeze. That means ideal conditions for both boaters and shore folks, but remember: Lake Erie can change on a dime, so keep an eye out for that signature chop, especially into the afternoon.

While Lake Erie isn’t tidal, water levels have stayed at their summer norm. There’s just enough fluctuation to keep baitfish up shallow and predators like walleye on the hunt. Today’s conditions have kept the water moving, making for active fish and a promising bite window.

Fish activity is running high as we push into late June. Recent reports from the Cleveland Metroparks and area anglers say the walleye are still the main event—solid limits are coming out of 40-45 feet of water by midday for those trolling spoons and plugs on divers. If you’re chasing that after-dark action, the night bite is on fire in 7-15 feet; shallow crankbaits like Bandits or Perfect 10s are the ticket, especially around rock piles and breakwalls, with the daily state limit at 6 per angler and a 15-inch minimum.

Yellow perch are starting to wake up too—look for schools off the east end of the Cleveland breakwall and around the mouth of the Cuyahoga. Most folks are filling buckets with fatheads or emerald shiners on simple crappie rigs. Expect a mix of eaters in the 8–12-inch range.

Smallmouth bass are making noise from the rocky shorelines along Edgewater and up to the mouth of the Rocky River. Early mornings with drop-shot rigs, Ned rigs, or tubes in green pumpkin are producing strikes. If you want to mix things up, try tossing a jerkbait or blade bait off the drop-offs—bass are keying in on shad and minnow imitations as baitfish move shallow.

For those after channel cats, the Ohio & Erie Canal and Wallace Lake remain loaded from recent stockings according to the Cleveland Metroparks. Fresh cut bait or chicken livers are accounting for plenty of action.

Hot spots? You can’t go wrong trolling west of the Cleveland lighthouse out to about 45 feet, especially from Edgewater Park westward. The east end of the breakwall, near Gordon Park, is also firing for both walleye and perch right now.

Top baits for today are jigs tipped with nightcrawlers or leeches, crankbaits in purple and chartreuse, and classic spoons for trolling. For live bait, you can’t beat minnows, worms, or leeches this time of year.

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