Lake Erie, Detroit Fishing Report

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Erie and Detroit fishing report for Friday, June 20, 2025.

Sunrise this morning hit at 5:56 a.m., with sunset coming up around 9:13 p.m. Skies started out clear with a light haze, temps sitting in the upper 60s early, climbing toward the low 80s by afternoon. A gentle westerly breeze is making for comfortable drifts, and water conditions remain clear to a slight green tint in most locations. No tides to report here on the Great Lakes, but changing wind can impact currents and fish movement, so keep your eyes on the breeze.

Walleye action is still red hot from Detroit down through Bolles Harbor and out into the Ohio Dumping Grounds. Net Dreams Fishing reports plenty of four-man limits this week, especially fishing 24 to 26 feet of water where clean to lightly stained water is holding active schools. Best tactic has been trolling Hangry Brand spoons in green, gold, and pink at 2.3 to 2.4 mph, setting your leads 50 to 70 feet back off big boards or mini discs to get to those deeper marks. Spooks and small crankbaits are working if you’re handlining up in the river itself.

A few white bass, northern pike, and rock bass are showing up in good numbers near the mouths and inside shallow bays, according to the Michigan DNR’s June 11 report. Perch are still spotty but should pick up as weed growth thickens and water hits the 70s. Anglers targeting smallmouth are finding them along rocky shorelines and breakwalls in 3 to 10 feet of water—try swimbaits or tube jigs for steady action. For lake trout, head east toward Port Huron or the deeper shipping lanes and bounce bottom with spoons or spin-n-glos.

Hotspots for today include the Detroit River mouth—especially near the Belle Isle Bridge and along Grosse Ile—where hungry post-spawn walleye are still stacked up. Another winner: Bolles Harbor out to 26 feet, where big schools of eaters are being boxed daily. If you want a little variety, try Erie Metropark’s boating access for mixed bags of walleye, bass, and the occasional surprise pike.

Bait of choice remains emerald shiners for perch and minnows or leeches for bass. Trolling spoons, particularly Hangry Brand, continue to outfish harnesses right now for walleye, especially in that clean-to-slightly-green water.

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Lake Erie and the Detroit River are living up to their June reputation, and the bite is still hot for those getting out early. Sunrise today is at 5:56 AM, and sunset clocks in at 9:14 PM—plenty of daylight for anglers to put in work on the water. While there’s no meaningful tidal swing here, keep an eye on the wind out of the west at 10–15 mph today, with mild chop expected on open water. Morning temps are coming in cool in the lower 60s, climbing into the upper 70s by mid-afternoon with mostly sunny skies.

Walleye action remains excellent, especially on the Detroit River and the western basin of Lake Erie. The Detroit River is putting out eater-sized walleye, with a good mix of larger fish still hanging around. Most are being caught on spinners tipped with nightcrawlers, but harness rigs and brightly colored blades are also working wonders. Trollers are finding success in 18–26 feet of water, especially around the mouth of the river and out from Bolles Harbor, where reports of four-man limits on walleye have been common the past week, courtesy of Captain Experiences and Bigwater Fishing.

Lake Erie’s perch bite is picking up as water temps rise. Look for them to move inshore to weed lines and rocky breaks. Dropping emerald shiners on spreaders right on the bottom remains the go-to technique. The occasional jumbo perch is being hauled in off the piers and marinas east of the Detroit River mouth.

Smallmouth bass are hot in the rocky shallows and around the islands, especially near Grosse Ile and the edge of the shipping lanes. Tubes and drop-shot rigs with goby-imitating plastics are taking the most fish, but don’t overlook jerkbaits or spinnerbaits when there’s a little wind puttin’ a chop on the water.

Musky anglers are reporting some solid action upriver and along weed edges, especially for those casting large bulldawgs or trolling 8–10 inch crankbaits. The best results have come at sunrise and just after sunset.

For the most bites right now, here are a couple of reliable hotspots:

- The Trenton Channel off Elizabeth Park for walleye and smallmouth early and late in the day.

- The area just east of the Detroit River mouth out from Bolles Harbor, where the walleye have been stacked up.

Just remember, water clarity can fluctuate after storms, so if visibility drops, go for brighter colors and increase your lure vibration. Whether you’re trolling, jigging, or soaking bait, Lake Erie and the Detroit River are putting on a show for anglers willing to adjust their tactics.

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# Lake Erie, Detroit Fishing Report: June 6, 2025

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Friday morning fishing report for Lake Erie and the Detroit area.

The walleye bite continues to be strong this week with different patterns emerging based on time of day. Daytime anglers are finding success in deeper waters, about 18-30 feet, while the night bite has been improving closer to shore in the 7-15 foot range. With water temperatures climbing steadily into the mid-60s, those walleye are becoming increasingly active.

Speaking of active fish, reports from the Michigan DNR confirm that Lake Erie walleye have moved to deeper, cooler water as air temperatures rise. If you're heading out today, get an early start – sunrise was at 5:54 AM, and you'll have plenty of daylight until sunset at 9:06 PM.

Over on the Detroit River, anglers are reporting decent success using jigs. Veterans Park has been productive for shore anglers, while boat anglers are finding better action trolling with crankbaits in the 17-25 foot range. Linwood Marina and areas near Callahan Reef have been particularly hot spots this past week.

For those targeting other species, northern pike fishing has been excellent in Little Bay de Noc, with aggressive pike cruising in 8-10 foot depths hitting almost any presentation. The panfish bite remains strong in shallow waters, especially for jumbo bluegills, which might be the best action right now.

Bait-wise, live bait is still outproducing artificials, with crawler harnesses working well for walleye in the 17-20 foot range. If you're jigging, don't forget to add stinger hooks – they've been making a real difference for short-striking fish. Small tube jigs under bobbers are producing crappie around marina docks in Bay City.

For those willing to cross the border, Erieau on the Canadian side has been delivering excellent walleye, pike, bass, and perch catches. It's an easy trip from Detroit and worth considering for a change of scenery.

Local hot spots this week include Port Clinton (walleye and yellow perch central), Lakeside Marblehead (try between Cedar Point, Catawba, and Kelleys Island), and for Detroit River regulars, focusing around Belle Isle bridge as we move into summer patterns.

Weather for today looks fair with moderate winds, so conditions should be stable for a productive day on the water. Just remember to bring appropriate gear as morning temperatures can still be a bit chilly even in June.

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Artificial Lure here with your June 4th, 2025 fishing report for Lake Erie and Detroit’s surrounding waters.

Today, sunrise was at 5:57 AM with sunset coming in at 9:07 PM, offering plenty of daylight for a full day on the water. The National Weather Service outlook shows we're looking at above-normal June temperatures around Detroit, with the day starting mild and climbing into the low 80s by midday. Winds are expected to stay light from the southwest, which means most spots should remain fishable and the lake calm—an excellent setup after a blustery weekend, as reported by FishUSA.

Recent rain and wind did churn up the lake, making walleye fishing tough over the weekend, but things settled down Sunday night, with anglers reporting solid bass action—both smallmouth and largemouth—in the bays and creeks. If the current calm spell holds, expect the walleye bite to bounce back, especially during twilight hours. Reports suggest daytime success for walleye in 18 to 30 feet of water, while the night bite improves closer to shore, around 7 to 15 feet deep.

Perch are starting to move inshore, and captainexperiences.com notes that the bass fishing remains solid in the Detroit River and along the Lake Erie shoreline. The 2024 Lake Erie Coldwater Task Group reported excellent steelhead stocking last year, and while we’re still a bit early for peak steelhead, catch rates have been strong in tributaries.

As for what's being caught: Walleye are the top target, with good numbers showing up now that post-spawn fish are feeding up before heading deeper. Perch action is steady, though best in early morning. Smallmouth bass remain aggressive, especially where rocky structure transitions to sandy breaks. If you’re looking for something different, a few lucky anglers have reported incidental burbot, as the recent coldwater survey showed their numbers holding steady.

On the lure and bait front, husky jerks and deep-diving crankbaits in chrome or firetiger patterns are convincing walleye right now, especially trolled slow at dusk or dawn. Try drop-shotting soft plastics for smallmouth in the river, or live minnows and nightcrawlers for perch along the weed lines. Don’t forget blade baits for aggressive fish—silver or chartreuse are solid bets.

For hot spots, head to the mouth of the Detroit River, especially near Wyandotte and Grosse Ile, where the current mixes with warm lake water—always a walleye magnet. In Lake Erie, the Michigan waters near Brest Bay and off Stony Point have produced mixed bags, with perch and walleye reported. The east side of the river mouth around the Trenton Channel is another perennial favorite for both bass and walleye.

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Good morning from Lake Erie and the Detroit River—Artificial Lure here with your June 1st, 2025 fishing report.

We’re rolling into the first weekend of June with that classic Metro Detroit summer feel: sunrise at 5:58 AM and sunset at 9:06 PM gives us a long day on the water. According to the National Weather Service, we’re expecting a warm, mostly sunny day with above-normal temperatures and only a slim shot of afternoon showers. Winds are light, mostly out of the northwest shifting west, sitting around 5 to 10 knots. Waves on Erie and the lower Detroit River will stay under a foot—perfect for small boats and wading[National Weather Service].

Let’s talk fish. The big walleye run up the Detroit River wrapped up a few weeks ago, but there are still plenty hanging around, especially in the lower stretches near Lake Erie. The Walleye Task Group reported last season’s anglers averaging about one walleye per hour, with Detroit River regulars often filling their daily six-fish limit in as little as an hour during the peak run. While the mad spring dash has tapered, post-spawn walleyes are still feeding up and plenty aggressive. Don’t be afraid to work those current seams and deeper holes near Fighting Island and Grassy Island—those spots keep producing numbers[Walleye Task Group Report, Michigan Sportsman Forum].

Yellow perch action is picking up, particularly along the western Erie shoreline. Good numbers are being taken near Bolles Harbor and the mouth of the Huron. Lake Erie Monroe and the waters off Point Mouillee are hot, with mixed bags of jumbo perch, white bass, and the odd smallmouth. The Michigan DNR notes the fishing has been steady with this weather[State of Michigan DNR].

Best bets for lures and bait: On the River, a 5'6" to 6' jigging rod loaded with a ½ oz. hair jig or a chartreuse Wyandotte worm tipped with emerald shiner is still the go-to for walleye. Don’t skimp on those stinger hooks—they’ve been sealing the deal, especially with the short strikers. For trolling in Erie, Walleye Nation Reapers and flicker shads in fire tiger or purple have been solid. If you’re targeting perch, drop-shot rigs with live minnows or leeches are hard to beat, fished right on the bottom near the weed edges[Fisherman's Digest].

A couple of hot spots:

- For walleye, don’t miss the deep holes off the Belle Isle bridge area and the shipping channel near Grassy Island.

- For perch, try drifting 12-15 feet off Bolles Harbor and the mouth of the River Raisin. Early morning and just before sunset have been prime bites.

No tides to talk about on Erie, but wind shifts can move fish around, so check current lines and don’t be afraid to move if you’re not getting bit.

That’s your Lake Erie and Detroit River fishing rundown for June 1st, 2025. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe for more reports and local tips. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.

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This is Artificial Lure bringing you your Lake Erie and Detroit fishing report for Saturday, May 31, 2025.

Weather’s setting up nicely for a solid weekend on the water. According to AccuWeather, we’re looking at a high today of 67°, dipping to a cool 47° tonight—so pack that hoodie for the morning run. Winds on the lake are coming out of the northwest at 15-20 knots. The National Weather Service notes we might see waves building up to 2 to 4 feet by midday, with the slight chance of a stray shower but mostly clear as the day goes on. Sunrise was at 5:58 AM and sunset rolls in at 9:03 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to chase those big ones.

Fish activity is red hot right now. The Detroit River is putting out eater-sized walleye, and you can still find some larger fish mixed in. Most of the action has been on spinners tipped with crawlers—classic stuff for this time of year. Over on Lake Erie itself, walleye are holding in 14 to 24 feet of water. The ticket has been brighter crankbaits and crawler harnesses, trolled slow and steady between 1.2 and 1.8 mph. Local charter captains and the Angling Edge Buzz report folks coming off the water with limits in the cooler, especially in the early mornings and late afternoons.

Perch are starting to slide closer to shore. If you’re targeting them, try minnows on drop shot rigs near the weed lines. Over on the bass side, smallmouths are on fire across Lake Erie and the river. Work those rocky flats in 2 to 8 feet—some fish are spawning, so they’re aggressive. Drop-shots, jerkbaits, swimbaits, and hair jigs are all producing. Use natural colors for hair jigs and ned rigs, but don’t be afraid to toss flashy orange or clown-colored swimbaits if the water’s a little stained.

For bait, you can’t go wrong with nightcrawlers for walleye and minnows for perch. Artificial guys are cleaning up with chartreuse and firetiger patterns.

A couple of hot spots to put on your list: first, head to the mouth of the Detroit River by Peche Island—always a spring producer for both walleye and smallmouth. Second, the Michigan waters east of Stony Point have been consistent for perch and are starting to give up some nice walleye as well.

That’s the rundown for today, May 31. If you’re hitting the water, keep safety in mind—the wind can get up quick. Thanks for tuning in and don’t forget to subscribe for more local fishing updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.

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This is Artificial Lure with your Friday, May 30th, Lake Erie and Detroit area fishing report.

We’ve slid into late spring prime time, and I’m happy to say the fishing is matching the season. Weather-wise, anglers are enjoying nearly perfect conditions today—partly cloudy skies, temps topping out at 72, and a southwest breeze around 5-10 mph. That’ll set you up for a pleasant day on the water and help drive active feeding from the morning into dusk. Sunrise was at 5:57 AM, sunset’s 8:53 PM, so you’ve got plenty of daylight to chase a limit.

Walleye action is staying hot. According to recent Lake Erie charters and reports, most fish are running a solid 3–5 pounds, with the occasional 24–27-inch trophy popping up in coolers. The Detroit River mouth is loaded with hungry post-spawn walleye, and the western basin islands—think Grosse Ile and the Celeron Island flats—are producing steady catches. Trolling crawler harnesses with copper, chartreuse, or purple blades has been the ticket, but don’t overlook Z-man plastics when things slow down. For folks vertical jigging or drifting, a jig tipped with a nightcrawler or minnow will keep rods bending. Mornings and evenings deliver the best bite, as the fish are up and feeding around the weed edges and moving water.

Yellow perch fishing continues to improve by the week. The bite is on in 15–25 feet, and anglers are seeing quality with schoolies in the 9 to 11-inch range. Minnows on spreaders, especially around the Detroit River mouth and the humps of the central basin, are doing the most damage. If you want a mess of perch for the table, this is your moment.

Smallmouth bass are straight-up fired up right now. Hit the rocky points along the west shoreline or the weedy bays for largemouth. Plastics in natural colors, tubes, and crankbaits are all working—just keep your presentation close to bottom structure. The warm water and steady weather have them in chase mode.

And don’t forget, steelhead and trout have been turning heads with a few exceptional catches. Just last week, one group landed a monster 14-pound steelhead while trolling for walleye—a true Lake Erie surprise and a reminder to keep your gear ready for anything.

For hot spots, circle the Detroit River mouth and western basin islands for mixed bags. Out deeper, target the central basin humps at 30–35 feet for steady action. Port Clinton and Erieau are also top picks if you’re looking to stretch your run or fish the Canadian side.

Grab your license, check your weather apps, and swing by your local bait shop—supplies are stocked and the local reports are fresh. Thanks for tuning in and be sure to subscribe for daily updates and tips. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Erie and Detroit area fishing report for Wednesday, May 28, 2025. The past week has seen the fishing action pick up nicely as we push into late May, with water temperatures holding steady in the mid-50s. Sunrise hit at 5:59 AM this morning, and sunset will be around 8:59 PM, giving us long daylight hours to work the water. Tides are not a major factor here, but wind and current continue to play their usual tricks, so keep an eye out for changing conditions during the day.

The walleye bite is still going strong throughout Lake Erie and the Detroit River. Most fish are running in the three to five pound range, but a few trophies have been landed—there was even a recent 14-pound steelhead caught just outside the Detroit River mouth last week. Walleye are holding from 14 to 24 feet of water, with the best action coming on brighter colored crankbaits and crawler harnesses. Trolling speeds of 1.2 to 1.8 mph have been producing the most consistent catches. Early morning and dusk have seen the hottest bite windows.

Perch schools are starting to bunch up closer to shore. If you are targeting perch, look for them near rocky structure and breakwalls in 12 to 18 feet of water. A simple drop-shot rig with live minnows or soft plastics tipped with a bit of worm has been the top producer. There’s also an uptick in smallmouth bass activity, especially around Grosse Ile and the mouth of the river, with fish going for tube jigs and jerkbaits.

Trout and salmon anglers are finding some action in deeper basins of the lake, with silver spoons and larger crankbaits turning heads. While numbers aren’t as high as earlier in May, a few big ones are still around.

For those looking for a couple of hot spots, try fishing the mouth of the Detroit River, especially along the edges of the shipping channel or just offshore from Wyandotte. Another proven spot is the dumping grounds off Stony Point—walleye and perch are both stacking up here right now.

The best lures this week have been chartreuse or purple deep-diving crankbaits, natural-color jigs, and crawler harnesses with blades in firetiger or gold. For bait, you can’t go wrong with nightcrawlers for walleye or live emerald shiners for perch.

Weather today is partly cloudy with light winds out of the southwest, staying mild all day—perfect for a long session on the water. As always, keep safety in mind, check your local regulations, and good luck out there. Tight lines from Artificial Lure!

Recent catch reports: Walleye limits are coming easy most mornings and evenings, perch numbers are solid with good size, and the occasional trophy steelhead or smallmouth is in the mix. That’s your local Lake Erie and Detroit River report for today.

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Hey there, folks! Artificial Lure coming at you with your Lake Erie and Detroit waterways fishing report for Monday, May 26th, 2025.

We're looking at a real beauty of a day out there with water temps continuing to climb since last week. The walleye action has been absolutely on fire these past couple weeks! Just this weekend, anglers were pulling in consistent 3-5 pounders, with some lucky folks even landing some real monsters.

The walleye migration from the Detroit River back toward Lake Erie is in full swing now. Those fish have been hitting crawler harnesses and deep-diving cranks in about 15-25 feet of water. Best colors have been purple and chartreuse for the artificials, but don't discount a good old nightcrawler if you're looking for a sure thing.

Perch fishing has really picked up along the shorelines as they've been moving in closer. Typical minnow rigs are producing decent numbers, but folks are telling me the size has been running a bit small. If you're after the bigger ones, try pushing out a bit deeper.

Bass action is heating up too with the warmer temps. Some real nice smallmouth being caught around rocky points using tube jigs and drop shots.

The surprise catch last week was a monster 14-pound steelhead that someone pulled in! That's not something you see every day in these parts.

For hot spots, I'd recommend trying around the islands for walleye - especially around Kelleys Island and the Bass Islands. For those staying closer to Detroit, the mouth of the river where it meets Lake St. Clair has been producing consistently.

Sunrise today was at 5:57 AM and sunset will be at 8:53 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to get your lines wet. The morning bite has been strongest, so get out early if you can.

Weather looks stable for the next few days, but we're watching for a front coming through midweek that might mix things up a bit.

Water clarity is much improved since that rain and wind we had earlier in the month. Those of you who were waiting after that dirty water we had around May 5th will be pleased to know things have cleared up nicely.

That's your Lake Erie, Detroit daily fishing report for today, May 26th. Don't forget to swing by your local bait shop for the freshest live bait and latest local intel. Tight lines, everyone! This is Artificial Lure signing off until tomorrow.

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This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Erie and Detroit area fishing report for Sunday, May 25, 2025.

We kicked off this morning with a classic Great Lakes sunrise at 5:59 am, and anglers are already out taking advantage of the glassy surface before the winds pick up. Forecast for today calls for mostly sunny conditions and temps in the low to mid-70s. Light to moderate southwest winds are expected this afternoon. No tidal swings to worry about, but watch for changing wind patterns since that’s what really moves the bait and fish around our part of Lake Erie.

The water temperatures have climbed nicely into the low 60s, which has turned up the fish activity across the system. Walleye action continues to heat up. Last week saw solid limits coming in, especially from packs working the Michigan waters east of the Detroit River and around Brest Bay. Most fish are running 3 to 5 pounds, but there was a surprise 14-pound steelhead landed near Bolles Harbor just a few days ago. Perch are starting to slide closer to shore, and if you’re patient, you can find some decent buckets in the weed edges near Pointe Mouillee. There’s also been some bonus white bass and an occasional pike mixed in, especially when working the river mouths.

Best baits right now for walleye are deep-diving crankbaits in bright chartreuse, firetiger, and purple patterns, trolled slow and steady at 1.2 to 1.5 mph. If you’re jigging, use 3/8 to 1/2 ounce jigs tipped with emerald shiners or soft plastics. Early risers have been rewarded, as the bite tapers after mid-morning once the sun gets higher. For perch, try live minnows or small drop-shot rigs with natural color plastics just off bottom in 8 to 12 feet.

Hot spots to check out today are the waters off Fermi Power Plant for walleye and the weed beds and channel edges near Sugar Island for perch and white bass. The Detroit River has been a bit muddy following last week’s rain, but clarity is improving and the fish will move back in thick as it clears up.

Sunset is at 8:59 pm, so there’s plenty of time to get your limit and enjoy a little evening action. Remember, conditions can turn quick if the wind shifts, so keep an eye to the west and don’t be shy about moving with the schools.

That’s your Lake Erie, Detroit local report from Artificial Lure. Tight lines, and I’ll see you on the water.

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