Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake St. Clair fishing report for March 19, 2025. Sunrise today was at 7:29 AM, and we're looking at sunset around 7:43 PM. Weather's been pretty decent, with temps in the mid-50s and partly cloudy skies. Wind's coming from the southwest at about 10-15 mph, so keep that in mind when you're out on the water.

Now, onto the good stuff - the fishing! Ice fishing season is officially over, and the open water bite is starting to heat up. Perch and walleye have been the stars of the show lately. Anglers have been pulling in good numbers of jumbo perch, especially in the 8-12 foot range. For walleye, focus on the deeper channels and drop-offs.

Bass fishing is starting to pick up as the water warms. Smallmouth are on the move, transitioning from their winter haunts to pre-spawn areas. Muskie action is also heating up, with some nice catches reported in Anchor Bay.

For lures, you can't go wrong with a drop shot rig using a 3-inch perch-colored soft plastic for those smallies. Tube jigs in green pumpkin or watermelon colors are also producing well. For walleye, try jigging with minnows or nightcrawlers near the bottom. If you're after perch, small minnows or wax worms on a spreader rig are your best bet.

As for hot spots, the Mile Roads area is always a good bet for smallmouth. If you're targeting walleye, check out the deeper water near the shipping channel. For perch, try your luck around Strawberry Island or the Dumping Grounds.

Remember, folks, the lake level is still pretty low, so watch out for those shallow areas. And as always, make sure you've got your 2025 fishing license before heading out.

That's all for now, anglers. This is Artificial Lure signing off. Tight lines and see you on the water!