Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River, New York City fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025. Today kicked off with classic early summer weather—humid, partly cloudy skies, and a warm southwesterly breeze rolling across the water. Sunrise was at 5:24 a.m., and sunset will settle over the city at 8:31 p.m., giving anglers plenty of daylight to work those tides.

The tide pattern today featured a strong morning ebb right around first light, peaking mid-morning, with the flood returning around noon. As always, work the turn of the tide for peak action—those bite windows are short but hot according to Captain Nick Criaris from Wanderlust Guide Service, who notes the best opportunity for bigger fish is right at the tide change.

Let’s talk fish. The recent focus on the Hudson has definitely been on stripers, bluefish, and fluke. Striped bass action has slowed compared to the spring blitz, with the last big trophy by Chasing Tails Charters coming in last week—a 46-inch striper taken on a metal-lip. While the main run is tapering off, there are still schoolie stripers holding near river bridges and in deeper pockets, especially under cloud cover or right after sunrise. Nightcrawlers and bloodworms are the ticket for bass under the bridges, while planer boards and live eels are still catching those who are persistent.

Bluefish are thick around the city and have been especially aggressive in nearshore waters. They’re chasing bunker schools when you can find them, but those are hit-or-miss right now. Cocktail blues are popping all around Pier 51 and up toward the Verrazzano. Gotcha plugs, metal spoons, and Invincible Shads in the 3½ to 7-inch range are drawing strikes. Croton Point remains a solid upriver bluefish spot.

Fluke action is heating up along the beaches and river mouth. Gulp! swimming mullets, bucktails tipped with squid, and spearing are outfishing most other options. Try your luck just inside the mouth or near structure by the piers—reports of keeper-sized fluke are coming in daily.

If you’re out with the kids or just looking for variety, Hudson River Park’s Pier 51 is hosting Big City Fishing from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.—all gear is provided for catch-and-release fun, and over 85 species are recorded in those waters. It’s an awesome way to introduce new anglers to the river.

For hot spots, focus on:
- Pier 51 in Hudson River Park for easy access and a mixed bag.
- The Verrazzano Bridge area for fluke and scattered bass.
- Croton Point for bluefish running strong this month.

Pro tip: The wetter the weather, the further downstream those blues migrate, so watch the skies and adjust accordingly. For bait, live eels for bass, bunker for blues, and Gulp! or spearing for fluke will put you in the game.

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Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River, New York City fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

We’re starting the day with early summer conditions—temps resting around the mid-70s and climbing toward the low 80s by afternoon. The humidity’s moderate, the sky’s mostly clear, with a light southwest breeze brushing the water. According to the latest, sunrise popped at 5:25 AM and sunset will drift in around 8:30 PM, so we’ve got ample light for long sessions on the river.

Tidewise, we’re coming off a midnight high, with low tide hitting late morning and an incoming push through much of the afternoon. The best bite windows today look to be around that tidal change, especially as the water starts moving in again mid-day—prime time for stripers and blues to go on the hunt.

Recent catches have kept spirits high, with reports from local guides and tackle shops pointing to a mixed bag right now. The summer run of striped bass has tapered off from its spring peaks, but there are still good fish in the system for those willing to grind. Smaller bass persist around the mouths and bridge pilings, especially where worms or eels are drifting. Bluefish action is on the upswing—expect to tangle with cocktails and the occasional bruiser from the Manhattan piers up past Yonkers and especially near Croton Point. The Verrazzano Bridge remains a solid bet for both species. There’s also been a steady pick of white perch, a few late flounder, and the odd weakfish in the deeper cuts. Hudson River Park’s 2024 survey also noted regular appearances of blackfish (tautog), gobies, eels, and summer flounder in these waters.

For lures, locals are leaning on Invincible Shads in 3.5" to 7" sizes, classic swim plugs, and troller-style metal lips for stripers. Bluefish are slamming shiny spoons and soft plastic jigs; try topwater poppers near bait schools for explosive strikes. As for bait, worms and eels are hauling in most of the bass catches, with cut bunker and clams being top producers where allowed—just remember the regs and stick to non-offset circle hooks for safe release, especially since PCB advisories mean catch-and-release is the name of the game.

Hot spots worth a detour today: Croton Point is a perennial bluefish magnet during the June run, and the deeper ledges along the Manhattan shoreline are holding mixed size bass on the flood tide. Don’t overlook the pier ends in Hudson River Park for a grab bag of species and easy casting access.

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Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River, New York City fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

We’re starting the day with early summer conditions—temps resting around the mid-70s and climbing toward the low 80s by afternoon. The humidity’s moderate, the sky’s mostly clear, with a light southwest breeze brushing the water. According to the latest, sunrise popped at 5:25 AM and sunset will drift in around 8:30 PM, so we’ve got ample light for long sessions on the river.

Tidewise, we’re coming off a midnight high, with low tide hitting late morning and an incoming push through much of the afternoon. The best bite windows today look to be around that tidal change, especially as the water starts moving in again mid-day—prime time for stripers and blues to go on the hunt.

Recent catches have kept spirits high, with reports from local guides and tackle shops pointing to a mixed bag right now. The summer run of striped bass has tapered off from its spring peaks, but there are still good fish in the system for those willing to grind. Smaller bass persist around the mouths and bridge pilings, especially where worms or eels are drifting. Bluefish action is on the upswing—expect to tangle with cocktails and the occasional bruiser from the Manhattan piers up past Yonkers and especially near Croton Point. The Verrazzano Bridge remains a solid bet for both species. There’s also been a steady pick of white perch, a few late flounder, and the odd weakfish in the deeper cuts. Hudson River Park’s 2024 survey also noted regular appearances of blackfish (tautog), gobies, eels, and summer flounder in these waters.

For lures, locals are leaning on Invincible Shads in 3.5" to 7" sizes, classic swim plugs, and troller-style metal lips for stripers. Bluefish are slamming shiny spoons and soft plastic jigs; try topwater poppers near bait schools for explosive strikes. As for bait, worms and eels are hauling in most of the bass catches, with cut bunker and clams being top producers where allowed—just remember the regs and stick to non-offset circle hooks for safe release, especially since PCB advisories mean catch-and-release is the name of the game.

Hot spots worth a detour today: Croton Point is a perennial bluefish magnet during the June run, and the deeper ledges along the Manhattan shoreline are holding mixed size bass on the flood tide. Don’t overlook the pier ends in Hudson River Park for a grab bag of species and easy casting access.

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Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River, New York City fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

We’re starting the day with early summer conditions—temps resting around the mid-70s and climbing toward the low 80s by afternoon. The humidity’s moderate, the sky’s mostly clear, with a light southwest breeze brushing the water. According to the latest, sunrise popped at 5:25 AM and sunset will drift in around 8:30 PM, so we’ve got ample light for long sessions on the river.

Tidewise, we’re coming off a midnight high, with low tide hitting late morning and an incoming push through much of the afternoon. The best bite windows today look to be around that tidal change, especially as the water starts moving in again mid-day—prime time for stripers and blues to go on the hunt.

Recent catches have kept spirits high, with reports from local guides and tackle shops pointing to a mixed bag right now. The summer run of striped bass has tapered off from its spring peaks, but there are still good fish in the system for those willing to grind. Smaller bass persist around the mouths and bridge pilings, especially where worms or eels are drifting. Bluefish action is on the upswing—expect to tangle with cocktails and the occasional bruiser from the Manhattan piers up past Yonkers and especially near Croton Point. The Verrazzano Bridge remains a solid bet for both species. There’s also been a steady pick of white perch, a few late flounder, and the odd weakfish in the deeper cuts. Hudson River Park’s 2024 survey also noted regular appearances of blackfish (tautog), gobies, eels, and summer flounder in these waters.

For lures, locals are leaning on Invincible Shads in 3.5" to 7" sizes, classic swim plugs, and troller-style metal lips for stripers. Bluefish are slamming shiny spoons and soft plastic jigs; try topwater poppers near bait schools for explosive strikes. As for bait, worms and eels are hauling in most of the bass catches, with cut bunker and clams being top producers where allowed—just remember the regs and stick to non-offset circle hooks for safe release, especially since PCB advisories mean catch-and-release is the name of the game.

Hot spots worth a detour today: Croton Point is a perennial bluefish magnet during the June run, and the deeper ledges along the Manhattan shoreline are holding mixed size bass on the flood tide. Don’t overlook the pier ends in Hudson River Park for a grab bag of species and easy casting access.

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Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River, New York City fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

We’re starting the day with early summer conditions—temps resting around the mid-70s and climbing toward the low 80s by afternoon. The humidity’s moderate, the sky’s mostly clear, with a light southwest breeze brushing the water. According to the latest, sunrise popped at 5:25 AM and sunset will drift in around 8:30 PM, so we’ve got ample light for long sessions on the river.

Tidewise, we’re coming off a midnight high, with low tide hitting late morning and an incoming push through much of the afternoon. The best bite windows today look to be around that tidal change, especially as the water starts moving in again mid-day—prime time for stripers and blues to go on the hunt.

Recent catches have kept spirits high, with reports from local guides and tackle shops pointing to a mixed bag right now. The summer run of striped bass has tapered off from its spring peaks, but there are still good fish in the system for those willing to grind. Smaller bass persist around the mouths and bridge pilings, especially where worms or eels are drifting. Bluefish action is on the upswing—expect to tangle with cocktails and the occasional bruiser from the Manhattan piers up past Yonkers and especially near Croton Point. The Verrazzano Bridge remains a solid bet for both species. There’s also been a steady pick of white perch, a few late flounder, and the odd weakfish in the deeper cuts. Hudson River Park’s 2024 survey also noted regular appearances of blackfish (tautog), gobies, eels, and summer flounder in these waters.

For lures, locals are leaning on Invincible Shads in 3.5" to 7" sizes, classic swim plugs, and troller-style metal lips for stripers. Bluefish are slamming shiny spoons and soft plastic jigs; try topwater poppers near bait schools for explosive strikes. As for bait, worms and eels are hauling in most of the bass catches, with cut bunker and clams being top producers where allowed—just remember the regs and stick to non-offset circle hooks for safe release, especially since PCB advisories mean catch-and-release is the name of the game.

Hot spots worth a detour today: Croton Point is a perennial bluefish magnet during the June run, and the deeper ledges along the Manhattan shoreline are holding mixed size bass on the flood tide. Don’t overlook the pier ends in Hudson River Park for a grab bag of species and easy casting access.

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Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River, New York City fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

We’re starting the day with early summer conditions—temps resting around the mid-70s and climbing toward the low 80s by afternoon. The humidity’s moderate, the sky’s mostly clear, with a light southwest breeze brushing the water. According to the latest, sunrise popped at 5:25 AM and sunset will drift in around 8:30 PM, so we’ve got ample light for long sessions on the river.

Tidewise, we’re coming off a midnight high, with low tide hitting late morning and an incoming push through much of the afternoon. The best bite windows today look to be around that tidal change, especially as the water starts moving in again mid-day—prime time for stripers and blues to go on the hunt.

Recent catches have kept spirits high, with reports from local guides and tackle shops pointing to a mixed bag right now. The summer run of striped bass has tapered off from its spring peaks, but there are still good fish in the system for those willing to grind. Smaller bass persist around the mouths and bridge pilings, especially where worms or eels are drifting. Bluefish action is on the upswing—expect to tangle with cocktails and the occasional bruiser from the Manhattan piers up past Yonkers and especially near Croton Point. The Verrazzano Bridge remains a solid bet for both species. There’s also been a steady pick of white perch, a few late flounder, and the odd weakfish in the deeper cuts. Hudson River Park’s 2024 survey also noted regular appearances of blackfish (tautog), gobies, eels, and summer flounder in these waters.

For lures, locals are leaning on Invincible Shads in 3.5" to 7" sizes, classic swim plugs, and troller-style metal lips for stripers. Bluefish are slamming shiny spoons and soft plastic jigs; try topwater poppers near bait schools for explosive strikes. As for bait, worms and eels are hauling in most of the bass catches, with cut bunker and clams being top producers where allowed—just remember the regs and stick to non-offset circle hooks for safe release, especially since PCB advisories mean catch-and-release is the name of the game.

Hot spots worth a detour today: Croton Point is a perennial bluefish magnet during the June run, and the deeper ledges along the Manhattan shoreline are holding mixed size bass on the flood tide. Don’t overlook the pier ends in Hudson River Park for a grab bag of species and easy casting access.

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Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River, New York City fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

We’re starting the day with early summer conditions—temps resting around the mid-70s and climbing toward the low 80s by afternoon. The humidity’s moderate, the sky’s mostly clear, with a light southwest breeze brushing the water. According to the latest, sunrise popped at 5:25 AM and sunset will drift in around 8:30 PM, so we’ve got ample light for long sessions on the river.

Tidewise, we’re coming off a midnight high, with low tide hitting late morning and an incoming push through much of the afternoon. The best bite windows today look to be around that tidal change, especially as the water starts moving in again mid-day—prime time for stripers and blues to go on the hunt.

Recent catches have kept spirits high, with reports from local guides and tackle shops pointing to a mixed bag right now. The summer run of striped bass has tapered off from its spring peaks, but there are still good fish in the system for those willing to grind. Smaller bass persist around the mouths and bridge pilings, especially where worms or eels are drifting. Bluefish action is on the upswing—expect to tangle with cocktails and the occasional bruiser from the Manhattan piers up past Yonkers and especially near Croton Point. The Verrazzano Bridge remains a solid bet for both species. There’s also been a steady pick of white perch, a few late flounder, and the odd weakfish in the deeper cuts. Hudson River Park’s 2024 survey also noted regular appearances of blackfish (tautog), gobies, eels, and summer flounder in these waters.

For lures, locals are leaning on Invincible Shads in 3.5" to 7" sizes, classic swim plugs, and troller-style metal lips for stripers. Bluefish are slamming shiny spoons and soft plastic jigs; try topwater poppers near bait schools for explosive strikes. As for bait, worms and eels are hauling in most of the bass catches, with cut bunker and clams being top producers where allowed—just remember the regs and stick to non-offset circle hooks for safe release, especially since PCB advisories mean catch-and-release is the name of the game.

Hot spots worth a detour today: Croton Point is a perennial bluefish magnet during the June run, and the deeper ledges along the Manhattan shoreline are holding mixed size bass on the flood tide. Don’t overlook the pier ends in Hudson River Park for a grab bag of species and easy casting access.

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Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River, New York City fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

We’re starting the day with early summer conditions—temps resting around the mid-70s and climbing toward the low 80s by afternoon. The humidity’s moderate, the sky’s mostly clear, with a light southwest breeze brushing the water. According to the latest, sunrise popped at 5:25 AM and sunset will drift in around 8:30 PM, so we’ve got ample light for long sessions on the river.

Tidewise, we’re coming off a midnight high, with low tide hitting late morning and an incoming push through much of the afternoon. The best bite windows today look to be around that tidal change, especially as the water starts moving in again mid-day—prime time for stripers and blues to go on the hunt.

Recent catches have kept spirits high, with reports from local guides and tackle shops pointing to a mixed bag right now. The summer run of striped bass has tapered off from its spring peaks, but there are still good fish in the system for those willing to grind. Smaller bass persist around the mouths and bridge pilings, especially where worms or eels are drifting. Bluefish action is on the upswing—expect to tangle with cocktails and the occasional bruiser from the Manhattan piers up past Yonkers and especially near Croton Point. The Verrazzano Bridge remains a solid bet for both species. There’s also been a steady pick of white perch, a few late flounder, and the odd weakfish in the deeper cuts. Hudson River Park’s 2024 survey also noted regular appearances of blackfish (tautog), gobies, eels, and summer flounder in these waters.

For lures, locals are leaning on Invincible Shads in 3.5" to 7" sizes, classic swim plugs, and troller-style metal lips for stripers. Bluefish are slamming shiny spoons and soft plastic jigs; try topwater poppers near bait schools for explosive strikes. As for bait, worms and eels are hauling in most of the bass catches, with cut bunker and clams being top producers where allowed—just remember the regs and stick to non-offset circle hooks for safe release, especially since PCB advisories mean catch-and-release is the name of the game.

Hot spots worth a detour today: Croton Point is a perennial bluefish magnet during the June run, and the deeper ledges along the Manhattan shoreline are holding mixed size bass on the flood tide. Don’t overlook the pier ends in Hudson River Park for a grab bag of species and easy casting access.

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Good morning, anglers—Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River fishing report for Friday, June 20, 2025, bringing you the latest from in and around New York City.

We’re rolling into summer with classic June conditions: early sunrise at 5:24 a.m., and sunset clocking in at 8:31 p.m. Today’s forecast calls for a high in the low 80s, a modest south breeze, and a mix of clouds and sun—prime conditions for both the morning and evening bite windows. The tidal swing in the lower Hudson is moderate today, with high tide around 9:12 a.m. and low tide near 3:56 p.m., so plan your outings around those moving waters for best results.

Let’s talk fish. The Hudson’s lower, brackish stretches near NYC have been absolutely alive this week. According to On The Water’s June 19 report, striped bass remain the stars, with a big push of fresh fish arriving on the full moon and still “chewing hard.” Limits are being hit on many trips, and bluefish are starting to invade as well, especially where bunker schools are thick. Anglers have reported stomachs full of mackerel and sand eels, so those are the baits to match if you’re looking to score on stripers. Outgoing and incoming tides have been equally productive—just find the bait and the predators won’t be far behind.

Best tactics right now: you can’t beat live bunker for quality stripers, but soft plastics in natural hues (like purple or olive) and topwater spooks are drawing strikes early and late. Flutter spoons and diamond jigs have also put plenty of fish on deck, especially as the stripers chase deep schools of bait. Bluefish are showing up around Croton Point and down toward Battery Park, hitting topwater plugs and large spoons with abandon. For shore casters, sunrise and sunset are prime times to connect with active fish.

Other catches this week include fluke in the deeper runs near the Verrazzano, though there’s a lot of shorts to sort through to find your keeper, as well as an occasional weakfish or porgy, especially up toward the brackish/freshwater transition.

For those looking to stretch their line further, the upper tidal Hudson is seeing steady action for both largemouth and smallmouth bass. Spinnerbaits, crankbaits, and Senko-style worms fished near docks and rocky outcrops have produced well, with most fish in the 1–3 pound class.

Hot spots this week: Croton Point for blues and stripers chasing bunker, and Pier 84 down by Midtown has been a consistent producer for shore-bound anglers using live bait and soft plastics. Don’t overlook the mouth of the Harlem River at dawn—lots of bait, lots of action.

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Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Hudson River fishing report for New York City and surrounding waters, June 18, 2025.

We’re right in the heart of the striper and bluefish season, with the city’s stretch of the Hudson River buzzing as both locals and visitors capitalize on the early summer bite. According to On The Water, trophy-sized striped bass are cruising through the system, with fish up to 46 inches reported this week. The best action is around sunrise, which came at 5:25 AM, and you can expect sunset tonight at 8:30 PM, giving you a nice long window for after-work casting.

Today’s weather is classic June in the city: mild morning fog gave way to sunny skies, with temps climbing through the 70s and a light southerly breeze. That’s prime fishing weather, especially as the outgoing tide peaks late morning and the next incoming tide sets up a productive afternoon bite.

Fish activity is peaking on the lower Hudson estuary. The herring run is winding down, but there are still enough around to keep the big bass interested—New York Sportsmen reports strong striper action on topwater plugs and bucktail jigs, especially when fished near structure or deep channels. According to the 2025 NYS Freshwater Fishing Guide, it’s still legal to keep one striper between 28 and 31 inches, but check current regs for specific details if you’re harvesting.

Bluefish are here in numbers, too. Hudson River Fishing: The Complete Guide for 2025 lists Croton Point as a hot spot, and bluefish action along the Manhattan shoreline and piers has picked up, especially around high tide. Bluefish up to 10 pounds are smashing diamond jigs, large swimming plugs, and cut bait.

Fluke are also making an appearance, especially on the New Jersey side and down toward the Battery, with the best catches on chartreuse bucktails tipped with Gulp! baits or fresh spearing.

Bait-wise, live bunker or fresh clams have been most productive for the big bass, while those working artificials are scoring with topwater spooks and flutter spoons during slack tide, and diamond jigs or paddle-tail soft plastics as the tide runs. Eels fished after dark continue to produce larger stripers for the night owls.

For the hot spots, you can’t go wrong with the area around Pier 40 and the waters off Battery Park—both have been holding good numbers of stripers and blues on the outgoing tide. Croton Point remains a solid bet if you’re heading a bit upriver for bluefish.

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