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Stripers Chasing Herring, Flounders in Shallows, and Trout Hitting Top-Water - Your Charles River Fishing Report
Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Charles River fishing report for Wednesday, May 14th, 2025.
Folks, we're hitting that sweet spot of spring fishing right now. Water temps have climbed nicely since last month, and the action is really heating up across our waterways.
The big news continues to be those alewife runs. They're drawing in predators throughout the Charles River system, creating some fantastic opportunities. Striped bass are following these herring schools aggressively, with fresh migrators joining our resident holdovers daily. I've heard reports of bass up to 38 inches being caught where these baitfish congregate.
For you striper hunters, focus on areas near river mouths and nearby embayments. The Weir River, Weymouth Fore, Weymouth Back, and Neponset have all been producing. If you're boat fishing, try trolling tube-and-worm rigs around World's End, Bumpkin Island, and Dorchester Bay.
Shore anglers, don't despair! Hull Public Pier, Pemberton Pier, and Nut Island Pier have all been giving up some quality fish. With water temps now above 50 degrees, the blackback flounder bite has really come into its own. Prime spots include Deer Island Flats, the backside of Long Island, Rainsford Island, and Perry and Portuguese Coves. Stick to sun-warmed shallow water under 10 feet deep for best results.
Our resident freshwater species are in full spring mode. Largemouth and smallmouth bass have shifted into more aggressive feeding patterns. For trout enthusiasts, the Millis/Medway section of the Charles has been yielding nice catches to anglers throwing Copper Super Dupers. Those Charles River rainbows have been absolutely hammering Thomas Buoyants at sunrise, especially in that sunrise color pattern that's been working so well.
Hot spots this week: Check out the Hormel Stadium section of the Mystic River for big largemouth feeding on herring, or try 7 Acre Park on the Malden River. For stripers, the confluence of the Charles and the harbor has been particularly productive during tidal changes.
Lure selection: Matching the herring has been key. Try Henderson spooks or Al Gag's Whip-it-Fish for surface action. Don't overlook seaworms - stripers simply can't resist them despite looking nothing like herring!
Today's conditions: We've got moderate tidal movement with high tide around 11am, making early morning and late afternoon your prime fishing windows. The weather looks cooperative with temps in the mid-60s - perfect for a day on the water.
Remember folks, follow the bait and you'll find the fish. This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines until next time, and I'll see ya on the water!
Folks, we're hitting that sweet spot of spring fishing right now. Water temps have climbed nicely since last month, and the action is really heating up across our waterways.
The big news continues to be those alewife runs. They're drawing in predators throughout the Charles River system, creating some fantastic opportunities. Striped bass are following these herring schools aggressively, with fresh migrators joining our resident holdovers daily. I've heard reports of bass up to 38 inches being caught where these baitfish congregate.
For you striper hunters, focus on areas near river mouths and nearby embayments. The Weir River, Weymouth Fore, Weymouth Back, and Neponset have all been producing. If you're boat fishing, try trolling tube-and-worm rigs around World's End, Bumpkin Island, and Dorchester Bay.
Shore anglers, don't despair! Hull Public Pier, Pemberton Pier, and Nut Island Pier have all been giving up some quality fish. With water temps now above 50 degrees, the blackback flounder bite has really come into its own. Prime spots include Deer Island Flats, the backside of Long Island, Rainsford Island, and Perry and Portuguese Coves. Stick to sun-warmed shallow water under 10 feet deep for best results.
Our resident freshwater species are in full spring mode. Largemouth and smallmouth bass have shifted into more aggressive feeding patterns. For trout enthusiasts, the Millis/Medway section of the Charles has been yielding nice catches to anglers throwing Copper Super Dupers. Those Charles River rainbows have been absolutely hammering Thomas Buoyants at sunrise, especially in that sunrise color pattern that's been working so well.
Hot spots this week: Check out the Hormel Stadium section of the Mystic River for big largemouth feeding on herring, or try 7 Acre Park on the Malden River. For stripers, the confluence of the Charles and the harbor has been particularly productive during tidal changes.
Lure selection: Matching the herring has been key. Try Henderson spooks or Al Gag's Whip-it-Fish for surface action. Don't overlook seaworms - stripers simply can't resist them despite looking nothing like herring!
Today's conditions: We've got moderate tidal movement with high tide around 11am, making early morning and late afternoon your prime fishing windows. The weather looks cooperative with temps in the mid-60s - perfect for a day on the water.
Remember folks, follow the bait and you'll find the fish. This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines until next time, and I'll see ya on the water!
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By Quiet. PleaseGood morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Charles River fishing report for Wednesday, May 14th, 2025.
Folks, we're hitting that sweet spot of spring fishing right now. Water temps have climbed nicely since last month, and the action is really heating up across our waterways.
The big news continues to be those alewife runs. They're drawing in predators throughout the Charles River system, creating some fantastic opportunities. Striped bass are following these herring schools aggressively, with fresh migrators joining our resident holdovers daily. I've heard reports of bass up to 38 inches being caught where these baitfish congregate.
For you striper hunters, focus on areas near river mouths and nearby embayments. The Weir River, Weymouth Fore, Weymouth Back, and Neponset have all been producing. If you're boat fishing, try trolling tube-and-worm rigs around World's End, Bumpkin Island, and Dorchester Bay.
Shore anglers, don't despair! Hull Public Pier, Pemberton Pier, and Nut Island Pier have all been giving up some quality fish. With water temps now above 50 degrees, the blackback flounder bite has really come into its own. Prime spots include Deer Island Flats, the backside of Long Island, Rainsford Island, and Perry and Portuguese Coves. Stick to sun-warmed shallow water under 10 feet deep for best results.
Our resident freshwater species are in full spring mode. Largemouth and smallmouth bass have shifted into more aggressive feeding patterns. For trout enthusiasts, the Millis/Medway section of the Charles has been yielding nice catches to anglers throwing Copper Super Dupers. Those Charles River rainbows have been absolutely hammering Thomas Buoyants at sunrise, especially in that sunrise color pattern that's been working so well.
Hot spots this week: Check out the Hormel Stadium section of the Mystic River for big largemouth feeding on herring, or try 7 Acre Park on the Malden River. For stripers, the confluence of the Charles and the harbor has been particularly productive during tidal changes.
Lure selection: Matching the herring has been key. Try Henderson spooks or Al Gag's Whip-it-Fish for surface action. Don't overlook seaworms - stripers simply can't resist them despite looking nothing like herring!
Today's conditions: We've got moderate tidal movement with high tide around 11am, making early morning and late afternoon your prime fishing windows. The weather looks cooperative with temps in the mid-60s - perfect for a day on the water.
Remember folks, follow the bait and you'll find the fish. This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines until next time, and I'll see ya on the water!
Folks, we're hitting that sweet spot of spring fishing right now. Water temps have climbed nicely since last month, and the action is really heating up across our waterways.
The big news continues to be those alewife runs. They're drawing in predators throughout the Charles River system, creating some fantastic opportunities. Striped bass are following these herring schools aggressively, with fresh migrators joining our resident holdovers daily. I've heard reports of bass up to 38 inches being caught where these baitfish congregate.
For you striper hunters, focus on areas near river mouths and nearby embayments. The Weir River, Weymouth Fore, Weymouth Back, and Neponset have all been producing. If you're boat fishing, try trolling tube-and-worm rigs around World's End, Bumpkin Island, and Dorchester Bay.
Shore anglers, don't despair! Hull Public Pier, Pemberton Pier, and Nut Island Pier have all been giving up some quality fish. With water temps now above 50 degrees, the blackback flounder bite has really come into its own. Prime spots include Deer Island Flats, the backside of Long Island, Rainsford Island, and Perry and Portuguese Coves. Stick to sun-warmed shallow water under 10 feet deep for best results.
Our resident freshwater species are in full spring mode. Largemouth and smallmouth bass have shifted into more aggressive feeding patterns. For trout enthusiasts, the Millis/Medway section of the Charles has been yielding nice catches to anglers throwing Copper Super Dupers. Those Charles River rainbows have been absolutely hammering Thomas Buoyants at sunrise, especially in that sunrise color pattern that's been working so well.
Hot spots this week: Check out the Hormel Stadium section of the Mystic River for big largemouth feeding on herring, or try 7 Acre Park on the Malden River. For stripers, the confluence of the Charles and the harbor has been particularly productive during tidal changes.
Lure selection: Matching the herring has been key. Try Henderson spooks or Al Gag's Whip-it-Fish for surface action. Don't overlook seaworms - stripers simply can't resist them despite looking nothing like herring!
Today's conditions: We've got moderate tidal movement with high tide around 11am, making early morning and late afternoon your prime fishing windows. The weather looks cooperative with temps in the mid-60s - perfect for a day on the water.
Remember folks, follow the bait and you'll find the fish. This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines until next time, and I'll see ya on the water!