This is Artificial Lure, your local fishing expert coming at you with the Lake St. Clair, Michigan narrative fishing report for Wednesday, November 26th, 2025.

We’re kicking off the day with crisp late autumn air — forecast highs right around 42°F, lows near 33°F, and a sunrise at 7:36 AM with sunset at 5:06 PM. The skies are mostly clear early but clouding up by afternoon, so pack layers and expect a chilly bite. Winds out of the west have been aggressive the past few days, still pushing 12-18 mph; as seen in recent Major League Fishing coverage, these conditions can push baitfish and smallmouth bass into tighter groups along protected edges.

Lake St. Clair does not have real tides but does get wind-driven current and occasional seiche action, especially on big blow days. According to local solunar tables, the hottest bite windows today fall between 8:30–10:30 AM and 2:15–3:45 PM — prime times for targeting bass and perch near structure and grass lines. Water temps running about 43-46°F, which means fish are still actively feeding but beginning to stage deeper.

Fish activity has been on the upswing, especially for **smallmouth bass**. Major League Fishing’s recent Stage Six event saw pros hauling strings of 40-plus pounds, with the best catches coming off drop-shot rigs in 15-18 feet, near transition spots between cabbage grass and sand, particularly on the north Canadian side and the American “Mile Roads” area. Berkley PowerBait MaxScent baits in green pumpkin and watermelon-red magic made a huge splash; don’t overlook the Flatnose Minnow or Lil’ General. Ned rigs in goby and natural shad tones are also pulling solid numbers. Fluke-style soft plastics like Strike King Z-Too in “Arkansas shiner” have been hot, especially where large perch schools roam.

For the musky chasers, footage from last weekend showed big fish moving on large trolling lures like Bondys and rubber swim baits. The wicked winds made boat control tough, but those sticking close to Banana Island or the mouth of Anchor Bay had luck in 12–15 feet, focusing on inside turns and steep drops.

Walleye and perch are both making a good showing right now according to local guides and the latest Lake St. Clair Fishing Report Today podcast — jigging with minnows and Gulp soft plastics near Metro Beach and the 400 Club has put limits in the boat, especially early and late in the day. The areas around the mouth of the Clinton River and up toward Grassy Island are also holding fish.

For panfish and perch, small jigs tipped with waxworms or spikes have been the ticket. Look to the slightly deeper weed beds — especially off the “Grosse Pointe Shores” and near the St. Clair Light. Live minnows are setting the bar for bigger perch.

A couple of local hot spots to put on your radar:
- **The Mile Roads** (between 12 and 15 Mile on the American side): Consistent bass and perch action, especially just outside the weed edge in 14–16 feet.
- **Anchor Bay (Banana Island area)**: Musky, walleye, and some bonus big perch. Troll or drift for best coverage, focus on transitions.

Top lures and bait for today:
- Drop-shot rigs with MaxScent Flat Worm, Jackall Cross Tail Shad, and Geecrack Revival Shad
- Ned rigs in natural colors
- Large swimbaits for musky, especially if the wind lays down
- Live minnows for perch and walleye
- Waxworms, spikes, or small plastics for panfish

Remember, water clarity is good and fish are moving, so long casts and stealthy approaches are key. Electronics help, but cover water and hit those transition zones for the best bite.

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Good morning, anglers—Artificial Lure here with your boots-on-the-dock, up-to-the-minute Lake St. Clair fishing report for Wednesday, November 26, 2025.

Let’s kick off with the weather: a chilly start on the water today, waking up to brisk, late-November air temps dipping into the upper 30s. Winds are forecasted steady out of the west at 11 to 14 knots, gusty enough to push some good drift but not enough to keep a die-hard off the lake. Skies are expected mostly clear, giving us a nice sunrise at 7:33 a.m. and sunset at 5:02 p.m. No tidal swings on Lake St. Clair, but pay attention to wind-driven current, which has been shifting bait balls and fish activity this week.

According to the Lake St. Clair, Michigan Fishing Report Today, the water clarity remains excellent, and cold weather has fired up the walleye, perch, and—no surprise—smallmouth bass. Local charter reports from the past several days show steady bags of eater-sized walleye from 15–20 inches, yellow perch up to 13 inches, and a solid showing of smallies, with plenty of 3 to 4-pounders in the mix. Anglers also report a few bonus largemouths tucked in among decaying weeds, especially near protected canals and marinas.

Major League Fishing’s latest tournament coverage highlights drop-shot rigs as the absolute ticket for big smallmouth right now. Top sticks recommend the Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Flat Worm or Flatnose Minnow in green pumpkin or goby colors, threaded on a #1 to 1/0 straight-shank hook with 1/4–3/8 ounce tungsten weight. If the sun pops out, experiment with lighter shades. For walleye and perch, don’t overlook jigging Rapalas or a classic minnow under a slip bobber on the deeper flats and shipping channels.

Crankbaits in bluegill or ghost shad patterns and deep-diving jerkbaits remain hot on the outer weedlines and along the Mile Roads. When the wind kicks up, switch to a Rapala DT10 or 14 in perch colors, and don’t sleep on the spinnerbait bite if you see baitfish or diving birds. For largemouth chasers, punching thick matted grass with a Zoom Z-Craw Jr. in black/blue, weighted heavy, has turned up some chunky fish on the Detroit River and canal edges.

Peak fishing times today, per Fishing Reminder, are 3:37–5:37 a.m. and again 3:51–5:51 p.m. Late afternoon till dusk has brought the best walleye bite, especially along the shipping channel near Anchor Bay and up toward the St. Clair Light. For a sure bet, try drifting the "Mile Roads" for smallies or posting up on the weed edges at Metro Beach. The mouth of the Detroit River, where it dumps into Lake Erie, is also stacking with shad and bass right now—boat traffic is light, and the bite is steady.

A couple hot spots for today:
- The Mile Roads (9–14 Mile) on the U.S. side—working long drifts with a drop-shot or Ned rig.
- The mouth of the Detroit River—follow the birds and fish tight to subtle bottom transitions for mixed bags of smallies and late-run walleye.

A quick word to the wise: with duck season in full swing and the DNR reminding all waterfowlers to take biosecurity precautions, keep an eye out for decoys and hunters near emergent vegetation and marsh lanes.

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# Lake St. Clair Fishing Report - Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Hey everyone, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake St. Clair fishing report for today, Tuesday, November 25th.

We're looking at some solid conditions out on the water this morning. Sunrise came in around 5:58 AM and we've got until about 9:12 PM tonight, so you've got a full day to work with. The major bite windows are looking strong between 9:32 and 11:32 AM, and again from 10 PM to midnight if you're feeling ambitious. That waning crescent moon at 12 percent is giving us good fishing conditions overall.

The fishing action on St. Clair has been exceptional lately. We're seeing excellent populations of walleye, perch, and panfish throughout the lake. This lake really transforms in the colder months, and right now we're in prime season. For those of you targeting walleye, drop-shot techniques are working fantastic. Downsize your baits as the water temperatures drop—fish are getting pickier. Strike King Half Shell in natural and translucent colors have been absolute killers.

If you're throwing hardware, grab yourself a spinnerbait in the 3/4 ounce range with chartreuse painted blades. Don't overlook vibrating jigs either—a Green Pumpkin Strike King Thunder Cricket is dynamite for smallmouth in these clear waters. The erratic action mimics the perch that these fish absolutely hammer.

For hot spots, head out to the areas with structure and drop-offs. The lake straddles the Michigan-Ontario border, so you've got plenty of territory to explore. Focus on deeper holes where walleye congregate as we head deeper into winter.

We're seeing good panfish action too—bluegill and crappie are active, making this a great time for family outings or if you want some consistent action without overthinking it.

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Good morning, folks. This is Artificial Lure, and I’m here with your Lake St. Clair fishing report for Monday, November 25th, 2025. The sun came up at 7:34 AM and will set at 5:02 PM, so you’ve got a solid day ahead. The weather’s crisp, with a high near 45 degrees and a light breeze out of the northwest—perfect for bundling up and hitting the water. The moon’s in a waning crescent phase, and the best bite windows are between 8:38 AM and 10:38 AM, and again from 9:05 PM to 11:05 PM. The minor windows are early morning and late afternoon, so plan your trip around those if you want to maximize your chances.

Lake St. Clair’s water is clear and steady, with ice starting to form in the shallower bays, but most of the main lake is still open. The fish are active, especially around the early morning and late evening hours. Anglers have been reporting steady action on yellow perch, walleye, and smallmouth bass. The perch are biting well in the deeper holes, while the walleye are scattered, with some nice ones caught near the flats and drop-offs. Smallmouth bass are holding tight to the rocky structure, and there’s been a good number of keepers landed.

For lures, keep it simple and effective. A Strike King Half Shell on a drop-shot rig is working wonders for smallmouth, especially in the clear water. For walleye, try a chartreuse spinnerbait with painted blades—long casts and a steady retrieve seem to be the ticket. If you’re after perch, a small jig tipped with a minnow or wax worm is hard to beat. And don’t forget the wakebait—DeFoe and Suggs swear by it for triggering strikes from bass guarding fry or cruising the shallows. A medium-action rod with monofilament line is the way to go for that slow, steady wake.

Hot spots to check out today include the flats near the St. Clair Flats and the rocky areas around the southern end of the lake. The flats are producing some nice walleye and smallmouth, while the rocks are holding perch and bass. If you’re feeling adventurous, head out to the deeper holes for a shot at some trophy perch.

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Artificial Lure coming to you with today’s fishing report for Lake St. Clair and the surrounding Michigan waters, Monday, November 24, 2025.

First off, let’s talk about the conditions out there this morning. Sunrise hit at 7:34 AM, and sunset will close things out at 5:03 PM, so plan accordingly for short daylight windows. NOAA’s Station 45147 is showing a brisk east wind, right around 15 knots, with water temps cooling off to 53 degrees and the air hovering around 46 this morning. Waves are moderate, about 2 feet, thanks to that steady wind. With the pressure at 30.15 and slowly dropping, fish are likely to be active early before any weather moves in.

Now for today’s solunar bite window and best fishing times—FishingReminder is calling prime activity for late morning through early afternoon. With the moon waxing gibbous, expect extra feeding around midday and a smaller window again just before sunset.

Recent catches have been strong for late November. The edges of Lake St. Clair have been giving up good numbers of **walleye**. There’s been reports of limits caught just outside the channels, including a recent haul of 16 solid ‘eyes, several pike, a few perch, and the odd smallmouth—biggest walleye pushing 7 pounds, according to local tournament chatter. Northern pike and perch are still holding in the weedy bays, while smallmouth action is slowing but not dead—look for the occasional football on deep transitions.

Best baits right now are definitely **jigs tipped with minnows** for walleye—three-eighths ounce hair jigs in chartreuse or white, with a live emerald shiner or fathead, are producing. Anglers are also getting bit on blade baits near drop-offs, especially when the wind churns things up. Trolling stickbaits like Reef Runners, Flicker Minnows, and original Rapalas has been solid in 8-12 feet along stained edges; purple and silver have been lights-out in the overcast.

For pike and perch, a simple slip bobber rig with a small shiner or fathead is pulling strikes around the Metropark and up near Harley Ensign. Bass guys, if you’re still grinding, Ned rigs and drop shots with natural goby patterns will find the last active bronzebacks near the Mile Roads or Huron Pointe.

As for hot spots, a couple locations standing out this week are:

- **Mile Roads:** Especially between 9 and 11 Mile, the deep edges are holding mixed bags of walleye, perch, and the last smallmouth. Fish these with jigs or blade baits on windblown breaks.

- **The Shipping Channel near St. Clair Light:** Still giving up good walleyes on trolled crankbaits, especially at dawn and dusk. Follow contour changes and watch for bait balls on sonar.

If you’re shorebound, Metro Beach and the mouth of the Clinton River are worth a look—locals are still pulling perch and a few decent pike on live bait.

Season’s winding down, folks, but the fish are feeding ahead of ice-up. Remember, temps are dropping fast—dress warm, watch for icy ramps, and keep those hands dry.

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Artificial Lure here with your Lake St. Clair fishing report for Monday, November 24th, 2025. It’s a chilly start this morning around 46°F, with east winds cranking at about 15 knots, giving the lake some two-foot chop according to NOAA’s buoy station. Water temps are hanging near 53°F, and with wind chill down around 40°F, you’ll want to layer up before heading out.

Sunrise hit at 7:29 AM, and sunset’s at 5:07 PM today—it’s late fall light now, so plan your trips accordingly. No tides on the lake, but these east winds are pushing bait up on the Michigan shoreline and stirring things up in the shallows, which has fish prowling.

Recent reports from local anglers and GreatLakesBass.com show smallmouth bass activity picking up again, especially in the southern bays and around the Metropark area. Folks are also working hard for walleye—with a recent tournament group landing 16 “eyes,” several pike, and some bonus perch and even a smallie just under 7 pounds. There’s scattered chatter about muskie, but most have turned their attention back to bass and walleye. Perch are trickling in, mostly out deeper or near weedlines.

Fish are biting best during solunar windows, which today run strongest mid-morning around 9:15 and again late afternoon near 3:50 PM, based on FishingReminder’s forecast. The combination of cooler water and active wind has kept bait moving and hungry predators in pursuit.

If you’re wondering what’s working: the top producers this week have been
- **Brown and olive tube jigs (3–4”)** for smallmouth
- **Chartreuse and silver blade baits** for walleye
- **Live shiners or fathead minnows** if you want easy strikes

Don’t overlook soft-swim baits in goby or perch patterns—these mimic local forage and work wonders along rock piles and break walls.

Best bets for hot spots right now:
- **St. Clair Metropark seawall and adjacent drop-offs**—bass have been staged here, especially during wind-driven afternoons.
- **Mile Roads near Grosse Pointe Shores**—walleye and perch have been showing in 8–15 feet, with occasional smallies mixed in.

If you’re braving the main lake, the Canadian side along Peche Island usually heats up in late November, though check your license and border rules before crossing.

With fishing pressure dropping off for the season and boat traffic minimal, there’s plenty of room to find your pattern. Rig up with lighter leader—fluoro helps in clear water—and keep an eye on changing conditions, as fall weather can shift quick.

For those shore fishing, focus on places where the wind piles up baitfish—riprap, marina mouths, or creek inflows. Nightcrawlers still get it done for mixed bag catches.

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Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake St. Clair fishing report for Friday, November 21, 2025. If you’re tuning in with a thermos of hot coffee, you’re already doing it right.

We’re looking at a chilly late fall morning, with temps hovering in the low 40s at dawn and expected to inch toward 49 by late afternoon. A stiff westerly breeze around 10-15 mph is stirring up a pretty good chop out on the main lake. Sunrise was at 7:25am and sunset’s coming in at 5:08pm, giving us just under ten hours of casting light today. According to the NOAA buoy at 42.43N 82.68W, water temps are dropping—now in the mid-40s—and clarity is moderate, though that wind’ll keep things a little stained in open water.

Tide isn’t much of a player on Lake St. Clair, but the FishingReminder service says best bite times are lining up nicely: major feeding window’s right now, from about 6:45 to 8:45am and again this evening from 6:57 to 8:57pm. If you’re running late, try to hit the afternoon minor from about 2 to 4pm.

Fishing pressure has eased but the late fall bite is still worth chasing. Michigan Outdoor News reports that perch numbers picked up in the channels last week, and you can reliably find decent hauls on the Metropark side and around the mile roads. Jumbos are showing, with plenty of 10–12 inch fish mixed in. Anglers are running crappie rigs tipped with emerald shiners, but small spoons and tungsten ice jigs are getting hit too.

The real local glamour continues to be smallmouth bass. While the masses have put away bass gear, those who stay are cashing in; Major League Fishing’s last round here saw pros like Michael Neal load up over 160 pounds of bronzebacks in a single day. Tubes in green pumpkin and goby patterns, drop-shotting finesse plastics like the Strike King Dream Shot, and small swimbaits around 3 inches are the ticket. Focus on flats near breaklines where deep water meets shallow—these spots are prime staging areas around Harley Ensign and Anchor Bay. Don’t overlook current seams; Jonathon VanDam of Major League Fishing stresses that subtle lake current and wind lanes concentrate bait and hold fish tight.

Walleye are still ticking over for folks trolling the shipping channel edges, especially early and late. According to Joe Bauer Fishing, slow-trolling crankbaits behind in-line planer boards is working, with Flicker Shads and Rapala Husky Jerks in clown or purple descent colorways getting the most attention. Hang by the Grosse Pointe area or the mouth of the Thames for your best shots.

For perch and panfish, best bet is live minnows on perch rigs or under slip bobbers around the weed edges in the marinas. St. John’s Marsh and the Metropark piers are lively, and a few slab crappies have been caught out of Huron Point.

A quick note to bass hunters: recent Michigan State University and DNR studies show smallmouth on St. Clair can carry Largemouth Bass Virus. While there’s no major outbreak now, it’s smart to keep livewells clean and use disinfectant between waters.

As for hot spots, put your time into Harley Ensign Boat Launch and the mile roads between 9 and 12 Mile on the US side. On calm days, Anchor Bay and the Thames River mouth are delivering mixed bag action.

Today’s best baits:
- For smallmouth: drop-shot rigs with finesse worms, tubes in goby hues, and paddle-tail swimbaits.
- For perch and panfish: emerald shiners or small fathead minnows on perch rigs, downsized spoons for those chasing a late-season jig bite.
- For walleye: deep-diving crankbaits; try trolling with slow, steady retrieves.

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Artificial Lure here with your Lake St. Clair fishing report, bright and early on November 21, 2025.

It’s a genuine November crisp out there, with air temps just about 46°F at dawn, and the water’s holding at 53°F, ideal for hungry late fall walleye and some surprisingly feisty bass. A steady east wind is rolling over the lake at about 15 knots, so dress warm and expect a light chop with two-foot swells, making for those classic St. Clair roller conditions. If you’re planning a full day, sunrise arrived at 7:24 AM and sunset will be at 5:05 PM, leaving plenty of daylight, but be ready for that quick afternoon chill. According to the NOAA buoy on the lake, barometric pressure has been slowly falling, hinting at a changing weather front—often a precursor to a hot bite window.

We’re under a first quarter moon, and FishingReminder marks the major feeding times today as 6:43 to 8:43 a.m. and 6:57 to 8:57 p.m., with a minor uptick just after 2 in the afternoon. Local solunar tables suggest the fish should be active around those low-light bites, so aim to be on your spot or drifting well before then.

This week, anglers have reported the fall run for **walleye** remains steady, best targeted with slow-trolled crankbaits or crawler harnesses just off Metro Beach and up near the channel mouths. Joe Bauer Fishing on YouTube showed winter trolling is seeing solid hookups along the dropoffs, with deep-diving Bandits and Flicker Minnows in blues and chromes getting bit. Try 15-20 feet of water along the south shore—Boat ramp at Harley Ensign is ice-free and busy at first light.

**Smallmouth bass** are still on the chew, especially around the Belle River Hump and Anchor Bay. A few late-season bronzebacks were caught this week by folks dropping blade baits like the Silver Buddy and working finesse dropshots with shad-pattern baits. According to the most recent Major League Fishing event, top pros hammered smallies right on the flats with Yamamoto Shad Shape Worms and white blade baits, especially when fish are pushed by wind into 10-18 feet of water.

**Largemouth bass** action lingers in the canals and marina mouths. Swim jigs in bluegill patterns, slow-rolled chatterbaits, and black buzzbaits pulled over last of the weed lines are taking fish. Ott DeFoe recommends frog baits in the skinny residential cuts if there’s any leftover surface scum—you’ll find a few kickers hiding there, even this late.

**Yellow perch** are showing up heavy along the Mile Roads, especially near the 9 Mile launch and up in Fairhaven. Anglers with minnows are catching nice keepers using basic perch rigs in 12-15 feet—don’t skip on emerald shiners if you can get 'em at the bait shop.

**Hot Spots:**
- Metro Beach Dropoff: Reliable for walleye and mixed bag jig bites at dawn.
- Belle River Hump: For smallmouth—watch for bait flicking and drift with blades or dropshot.
- Fairhaven Launch Area: For perch, anchor up and dabble with live minnows.
- Harley Ensign Ramp Channels: Trolling for late fall walleye.

**Best Baits & Lures:**
- For walleye: Deep-diving crankbaits (Bandit, Flicker Minnow), and crawler harnesses.
- For bass: Dropshots (shad-color, goby), vibrating jigs, and topwater frogs near cover.
- For perch: Live emerald shiners, redworms, classic perch pounders.

Bait shops like Lakeside Fishing and Hook One in Marine City are well-stocked, but go early—live bait sells fast on chilly days.

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Good morning, anglers. This is Artificial Lure with your Thursday, November 20th fishing report for Lake St. Clair, Michigan.

We're looking at solid conditions out there today. Sunrise was at 7:27 this morning, and we're heading toward a 5:09 PM sunset, so you've got a decent window to work with. Water temperature is holding steady around 53 degrees with air temps closer to 46. We've got southwest winds pushing 15 knots with 2-foot rollers, so bundle up out there. No tidal swings to worry about on the lake, but water levels are still running a touch high from last week's rains. Visibility is hanging in at about 3 feet outside the main channel, which is solid for this time of year.

The bite is hot right now—classic late-fall transition. Smallmouth bass are absolutely leading the charge. Metro Beach breaklines and the mouth of the Clinton River are packed with solid numbers. Anglers are reporting plenty of 3 to 4-pound smallies, and easy limits for those dialed into the pattern. Tubes in goby and natural shades are dominating, with jerkbaits in ghost minnow and flashy finishes producing especially well under these overcast skies. Swimbaits in the 3.5-inch class and Berkley soft glide baits are also getting crushed. Fish slow and steady—that's the ticket right now.

Muskie hunters, don't hang up those rods yet. Anchor Bay's north weed edge has been firing. One crew just netted seven muskie in a single outing with the largest pushing 46 inches. Most came on rubber paddle tails and big jerkbaits in perch and shad patterns. As water temps slide, focus on slow trolling along weed beds between 10 and 15 feet deep. Bull Dawgs and fire tiger crankbaits are working best.

Walleye and perch are reliable fallbacks. The vertical jig bite around Strawberry Island and the main shipping channel is picking up. Chartreuse blade baits and chrome jigs tipped with emerald shiners are getting solid action for keeper walleyes.

Your best lures right now: tubes and jerkbaits in goby shades for smallmouth, medium paddle baits and big soft plastics for muskie, and metallic blade baits for walleye. Live emerald shiners are your top bait choice.

Solunar charts show peak activity between 8:30 and 10:30 AM and again near sunset, so time your trip accordingly.

Two hot spots this week: Metro Beach breaklines for smallmouth, and Anchor Bay's north weed edge for muskie. The Clinton River mouth at dawn or dusk is lights-out for walleye on vertical jigs.

Get out early, dress warm, and keep those baits moving slow. Late-fall in Michigan is short, but it's some of the best action you'll see all year.

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Artificial Lure here, boots damp and spirit high, calling in the Thursday, November 20th Lake St. Clair fishing report, straight from the Michigan shoreline. Morning's greeted us at a brisk 35°F, low wind pressing from the southwest, and the forecast calls for cloudy skies with sporadic light rain, so layer up. Sunrise cracked at 7:27 AM, with sunset headed for 5:08 PM—ideal windows for dawn and dusk hits.

While Lake St. Clair doesn’t see traditional tides, late November brings subtle flow shifts from the St. Clair and Detroit rivers. The fall drawdown continues, making back bays and drop-offs prime holding zones as baitfish push out. Water clarity’s typical Michigan—clear on the main lake, slightly stained near river mouths after yesterday's drizzle.

Angler chatter and this week's reports say the **smallmouth bass bite is still strong**, especially in short bursts around midday. Lots of action near the Mile Roads and Anchor Bay—boats have been hauling limits of smallies topping 5 pounds. Over at Metro Beach, groups worked jerkbaits and landed a mix of smallies and the odd largemouth. Muskie chasers continue to find big fish, especially trolling deep breaklines close to the South Channel; one angler wrestled and released a 48-incher Tuesday afternoon according to the Detroit River Muskie Network.

Perch are running thick in the canals and marinas—try Harley Ensign or the canals off Clinton River, where a crew boated several dozen keepers yesterday by midday. Reports from local guides say you’ll find aggressive schools in 12-18 feet, so drop a tungsten Gem-N-Eye jig in Firetiger or chartreuse, tipped with a white plastic or minnow—works like magic.

Best baits for **bass** have been finesse plastics: try a drop-shot rig with a 3.5-inch Baby Z-Too (smoke or goby), or nose-hooked Dream Shot for deeper fish. Kevin VanDam swears by the drop-shot around St. Clair this time of year, especially with a half-ounce tungsten weight on those 18-30 foot breaks off grass edges. When fish move shallower, switch to a 3.25” Strike King Rage Swimmer or a Berkley Chop Block glide bait—natural shad and perch colors shine.

Jerkbaits—especially the Rapala DT06 in Hot Mustard—have put plenty of bass in the net lately. For muskie, big Bondy Baits and paddle-tail swimbaits trolled slow on deep edges are the top ticket.

Perch and walleye folks have been vertical jigging with small spoons and plastics in the morning, switching to minnows as the clouds thicken. Pike are popping up on spoons near marsh inlets, particularly around Strawberry Island.

As for **hot spots**:
- Anchor Bay (especially west of the Fair Haven ramps): consistent smallmouth and perch
- South Channel drop-offs: muskie and walleye, best on deep trolling runs

Bassmaster Elite pro Trey McKinney's St. Clair win this fall showed how the best finesse and swimbait combos trigger cold-water bites—so if you want numbers and quality, fish slow and cover water methodically.

Quick note for boaters: docks are getting slippery and the late fall drawdown means watch your depth. Shore anglers, the Metro Beach pier and the mouth of the Clinton River remain some of the best spots for multi-species action.

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