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  • Lake Champlain Fishing Report: Bronzebacks, Lakers, and Trophy Bass Abound

    Lake Champlain Fishing Report: Bronzebacks, Lakers, and Trophy Bass Abound
    May 18 2025
    Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Sunday, May 18, 2025.

    We've got another gorgeous day on the water with sunrise at 5:29 AM and sunset expected around 8:10 PM, giving us plenty of time to reel in some beauties. Weather's shaping up nicely with temperatures starting in the low 50s and climbing to the upper 60s by afternoon. Skies are clear with light winds from the south around 5-8 mph. Water levels remain stable with excellent clarity throughout the lake. No need to worry about tides here on our inland waters, of course.

    The smallmouth action continues to be red-hot across the lake. These bronzebacks have been surging for the past week, with consistent catches in the 1-3 pound range. They're stacking up around submerged rock piles, gravel flats, and near docks. Drop shots and Texas rigs remain your best bet for smallmouth success, while bladed jigs like the Z-Man Chatterbait Elite EVO are producing well when worked slowly along weedy edges and rocky points.

    Largemouth fishing remains excellent, especially after that monster 7-pound 13-ounce beast caught earlier this month on a Rat-L-Trap. The Ticonderoga section has been the go-to spot for largemouth hunters looking to land their own wall-hanger.

    Lake trout fishing is still productive, with reports showing fewer lamprey wounds on wild lakers compared to stocked fish. With lake trout stocking set to end after this year, it's worth noting how our wild populations are holding up. For you laker enthusiasts, focus on deeper structure, particularly the waters off Plattsburgh.

    Salmon fishing has been consistent in the waters off Willsboro, while the shallows around the islands are prime territory for bass. If you're targeting trout and salmon, those DB Smelt spoons have been working wonders lately.

    Hot spots this weekend include the islands near Burlington for smallmouth action, the deeper waters off Plattsburgh for lake trout, and don't overlook the Ticonderoga section if you're chasing trophy largemouth.

    As always, remember to check your regulations, practice catch and release when possible, and treat our beautiful lake with respect. This is Artificial Lure signing off – tight lines to all of you, and I'll see you on the water!
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  • Lake Champlain Fishing Report: Surging Smallmouth, Massive Largemouth, and Steady Trout Action

    Lake Champlain Fishing Report: Surging Smallmouth, Massive Largemouth, and Steady Trout Action
    May 17 2025
    Good morning from Lake Champlain, this is Artificial Lure with your local fishing report for Saturday, May 17, 2025. We’re rolling into the heart of spring, and the lake is alive with action from Vermont’s Green Mountains to New York’s Adirondack shore.

    Today’s sunrise was right around 5:33 AM and you’ll have plenty of daylight with sunset not until about 8:06 PM. The weather is shaping up nicely—cool in the upper 40s at first light and warming to the mid-60s by afternoon. Skies are mostly clear, with a gentle south breeze at 5 to 10 mph. No tides to worry about here since Lake Champlain is an inland lake, and water clarity remains excellent after a stretch of stable levels.

    Fishing activity has been red-hot this week. Smallmouth bass are surging, with lots of fish in the 1 to 3 pound range being caught around submerged rock piles, gravel flats, and near docks or launches. Anglers have done well working drop shot rigs and Texas rigs, and bladed jigs like the Z-Man Chatterbait Elite EVO have been especially productive when retrieved slow along weeds and rocks. The islands near Burlington are a top smallmouth spot right now.

    Largemouth bass have been the headline story down at Ticonderoga. Earlier this week, a local angler boated a truly massive Champlain largemouth weighing in at 7 pounds, 13 ounces on a Rat-L-Trap. Largies are also biting well in the shallower bays, especially around laydowns and weed edges.

    Lake trout fishing remains steady, especially off the deeper structure near Plattsburgh. With the lake trout stocking program wrapping up after this spring, most catches are now wild fish—and anglers have noticed fewer lamprey wounds on these healthy lakers. The tried and true DB Smelt spoons are still the go-to for both trout and salmon, with consistent salmon reports coming from the Willsboro area.

    If you’re looking for a couple of hot spots today, try the Ticonderoga stretch for largemouth and the island clusters near Burlington for smallmouth. The deeper drops off Plattsburgh and out off Willsboro are your best bets for trout and salmon.

    For live bait, shiners and nightcrawlers are always a solid choice if the water’s a little cool or the bite slows down, but artificial baits are excelling all around.

    That’s it for today’s report. Remember to check the latest regulations, handle your catch with care, and enjoy everything Lake Champlain has to offer. Tight lines and good luck out there!
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  • Lake Champlain Fishing Report - Smallmouth Surge, Laker Comeback and More

    Lake Champlain Fishing Report - Smallmouth Surge, Laker Comeback and More
    May 16 2025
    LAKE CHAMPLAIN FISHING REPORT - May 16, 2025

    Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Friday, May 16th.

    The sun rose at 5:22 AM today and will set at 8:17 PM, giving us plenty of daylight hours on the water. Weather-wise, we're looking at a mild day with temperatures in the mid-60s, light winds from the northwest at 5-10 mph, and partly cloudy skies - perfect fishing conditions!

    The big story continues to be the smallmouth surge we've been experiencing since last week. These bronzebacks are absolutely on fire, especially along the rocky points and drop-offs near Valcour Island and Willsboro Bay. Anglers are reporting limits of 3-4 pound smallies, with a few trophy 5-pounders mixed in. Tube jigs in green pumpkin and drop shot rigs with 4" finesse worms have been the ticket for these fighters.

    Largemouth action remains strong in the bays and weed beds of the Inland Sea. One local angler landed a monster 7.5-pounder near St. Albans Bay using a white spinnerbait along weed edges. For the bucketmouths, try working Texas-rigged soft plastics through the emerging weed beds or throwing topwater frogs in the early morning.

    Lake trout fishing continues to impress following the big news that stocking will end after this spring due to the successful restoration of wild populations. The lake trout are holding their own with increasing natural reproduction, and some locals have noted fewer lamprey wounds on wild fish compared to stocked ones. Deep trolling with spoons in the Main Lake Basin at 70-90 feet has been productive, especially near the Burlington Ledges and Port Henry.

    Salmon enthusiasts are finding success between Split Rock and Shelburne Point, with downriggers set between 40-60 feet. Flasher and fly combinations in green/silver have been hot, along with Michigan stinger spoons.

    For panfish, crappies and bluegills are active in the shallow bays, with Bulwagga Bay and Missisquoi Bay producing consistent catches on small jigs tipped with worms.

    Hot spots for the weekend: For smallmouth, focus on the Inland Sea around the islands. For lakers, the deep water off Burlington is your best bet. And don't overlook Mallets Bay for a mixed bag of species.

    Bait shops are well-stocked with live bait, including nightcrawlers, leeches, and shiners, but artificial lures have been outperforming live bait in most areas.

    Remember, with the lake trout restoration success now official, we're witnessing a historic moment on Champlain. The decades of conservation work are paying off with a self-sustaining fishery that promises great action for years to come.

    That's the report for today, May 16th. This is Artificial Lure, reminding you to keep your line tight and your stories even tighter! See you on the water.
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  • Lake Champlain Fishing Report May 14 2025 Smallmouth Surge Largemouth Monster Laker Trends Salmon Hotspots

    Lake Champlain Fishing Report May 14 2025 Smallmouth Surge Largemouth Monster Laker Trends Salmon Hotspots
    May 14 2025
    Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for May 14, 2025.

    We've got another gorgeous spring day ahead of us. Sunrise was about 5:30 AM and sunset will be around 8:10 PM, giving you plenty of daylight for fishing. Temperatures are starting in the low 50s this morning and should climb to the upper 60s by afternoon. Skies are mostly sunny with light winds from the southwest at 5-8 mph. Water levels remain stable with good clarity throughout most of the lake. No tidal concerns here on our beautiful inland waters, of course!

    The smallmouth bite has been absolutely on fire these past few days! They're still riding that surge we saw starting last week, with consistent catches in the 1-3 pound range. These bronzebacks are stacked up around submerged rock piles, gravel flats, and near docks. For smallmouth success, drop shots and Texas rigs continue to be your best bet, and bladed jigs like the Z-Man Chatterbait Elite EVO are producing nicely when worked slowly along weedy edges.

    The big story in largemouth action continues to be Roy Gangloff's monster 7-pound 13-ounce beast caught in the Ticonderoga section using a 1/2 oz chartreuse black back Rat-L-Trap. This lure has been absolutely dynamite this spring, so make sure you've got a few in your tackle box!

    Lake trout fishing remains productive, with fewer lamprey wounds being reported on wild lakers compared to stocked fish. With lake trout stocking set to end after this year, many local anglers are watching closely to see how our wild populations fare.

    For salmon enthusiasts, the waters off Willsboro have been producing consistently, while the shallows around the islands are prime territory for bass. If you're targeting lake trout, focus on deeper structure.

    Hot spots this week include the Ticonderoga section for largemouth (clearly!), the islands near Burlington for smallmouth action, and the deeper waters off Plattsburgh for lake trout. If you're a trout and salmon angler, don't overlook the DB Smelt spoons that have been working wonders.

    That's your Lake Champlain fishing report for today, May 14, 2025. Remember to check your regulations, practice catch and release when possible, and treat our beautiful lake with respect. This is Artificial Lure signing off – tight lines to all of you!
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  • The Lake Champlain Fishing Report - Stellar Smallies, Hawg Largemouth, and Resurgent Lake Trout

    The Lake Champlain Fishing Report - Stellar Smallies, Hawg Largemouth, and Resurgent Lake Trout
    May 12 2025
    Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for May 12, 2025. We've got another gorgeous spring day ahead with sunrise at 5:30 AM and sunset expected around 8:08 PM, giving you nearly 15 hours of prime fishing time. Temperatures starting in the low 50s this morning and climbing to the upper 60s by afternoon. Light winds from the southeast at 6-8 mph and partly cloudy skies make for ideal fishing conditions. No tidal action to report since we're on an inland lake with stable water levels and excellent clarity throughout.

    The smallmouth bite continues to be red hot following last week's surge. These bronzebacks are still stacking up around submerged rock piles and gravel flats, especially near Valcour Island and Willsboro Bay. Most catches are running 1-3 pounds, with several 4-pounders reported over the weekend. Drop shots with green pumpkin finesse worms and Texas rigs have been producing consistently. Don't forget those Z-Man Chatterbait Elite EVOs when working weedy edges and rocky points.

    Largemouth action remains strong in the bays and marshy areas, particularly around the Ticonderoga section. Roy Gangloff's monster 7-pound 13-ounce largemouth caught on a chartreuse black back Rat-L-Trap has everyone rushing to dig through their tackle boxes for their own Rat-L-Traps. The shallow weedbeds in Missisquoi Bay and South Bay are holding good numbers of bucket-mouths right now.

    Our lake trout fishery continues its impressive comeback thanks to those lamprey control efforts. Trolling in deeper water off Burlington and Port Henry with spoons at 40-60 feet is connecting with lakers in the 5-8 pound class.

    For hot spots this week, I'd recommend trying Mallets Bay for mixed bag action – both largemouth and smallmouth, plus some bonus northern pike. Another prime location is the area around the Crown Point Bridge, which has been producing steady action for anglers working the channel edges with deep diving crankbaits.

    Remember folks, if you're heading out early, topwater action has been explosive in the first hour after sunrise. White Whopper Ploppers and black Jitterbugs are getting crushed when worked slowly over submerged vegetation.

    Water temps have climbed into the low 60s in the bays and mid-50s in the main lake, putting these fish in a feeding mood before the spawn. Now's the time to get out there while this spring bonanza continues!

    Until next time, this is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and be safe out there on beautiful Lake Champlain!
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  • Smallmouth Surge, Trophy Largemouth, and Restored Lake Trout - Lake Champlain's Exceptional Spring Fishing

    Smallmouth Surge, Trophy Largemouth, and Restored Lake Trout - Lake Champlain's Exceptional Spring Fishing
    May 11 2025
    LAKE CHAMPLAIN FISHING REPORT - May 11, 2025

    Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Sunday, May 11, 2025.

    We've got another beautiful day shaping up on the lake with sunrise already behind us at 5:35 AM and sunset coming at 8:04 PM, giving you plenty of daylight hours on the water. Weather-wise, expect temperatures climbing from the upper 40s into the mid-60s by afternoon with mostly clear skies and light southerly winds around 5 to 10 mph. No tidal concerns on our inland lake, and water levels remain stable with good clarity after our recent stretch of calm weather.

    The smallmouth bite has been absolutely on fire this past week! Reports are flooding in about smallmouths in the 1 to 3 pound range stacking up around rock piles, gravel flats, and near docks and boat launches[1][2]. They're really surging right now as water temperatures continue to climb. If you're targeting these bronzebacks, drop shots and Texas rigs have been producing consistently. Bladed jigs, especially Z-Man Chatterbait Elite EVOs and Missile Baits Baby D Stroyers, are getting crushed when worked slowly along weedy edges and rocky transitions[2].

    The big news from last week was Roy Gangloff landing a monster 7 pound 13 ounce largemouth in the Ticonderoga section using a 1/2 oz chartreuse black back Rat-L-Trap[4]. That pattern seems to be holding, with several other anglers reporting success with Rat-L-Traps for big largemouths. This spring has been exceptional for trophy largemouth action.

    Lake trout fishing continues to impress following the successful conservation efforts and lamprey control programs that have helped restore our native population[3]. For those targeting lakers, orange, green/gold, and white spoons have been effective in the 40-60 foot depth range[5].

    Hot spots this week include the Ticonderoga stretch on the southern end for both largemouth and smallmouth, the rocky points around the Inland Sea for smallmouth, and the waters off Willsboro for anyone targeting salmon[1][3]. The shallows around the islands are also producing good numbers of bass as they move in preparing to spawn[3][4].

    Whether you're a local or just visiting our beautiful lake, conditions are prime for what's shaping up to be one of the best spring fishing seasons in recent memory. Remember your limits, handle those fish with care, and I'll see you on the water!

    This is Artificial Lure signing off until next time. Tight lines, folks!
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  • Lake Champlain Fishing Report May 10, 2025: Smallmouth Surge, Largemouth Monster, and More!

    Lake Champlain Fishing Report May 10, 2025: Smallmouth Surge, Largemouth Monster, and More!
    May 10 2025
    Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for May 10, 2025.

    We've got a beautiful spring morning on our hands with sunrise at 5:33 AM and sunset expected at 8:06 PM, giving you plenty of daylight for fishing. Temperatures are starting in the upper 40s and should climb to the mid-60s by afternoon. Skies are mostly clear with light winds from the south around 5-10 mph. Water levels remain stable with good clarity throughout the lake - no tidal action to worry about on our inland waters, of course.

    Fishing activity has been absolutely phenomenal this past week! The smallmouth bass bite is surging, with anglers consistently landing fish in the 1-3 pound range. These bronzebacks are stacking up around submerged rock piles, gravel flats, and near docks and boat launches. For smallmouth success, drop shots and Texas rigs have been the ticket, with bladed jigs like the Z-Man Chatterbait Elite EVO also producing when worked slowly along weedy edges and rocky points.

    The big news in largemouth action was a genuine Lake Champlain monster caught earlier this week - a 7-pound 13-ounce beast taken on a Rat-L-Trap! This should get all you bucket-mouth hunters excited.

    Walleye fishing remains steady, particularly during early mornings and evenings. Lake trout are still providing solid action as well, with the population thriving thanks to our successful lamprey control efforts.

    If you're targeting bass, two hot spots to check today would be the Ticonderoga stretch on the southern end where smallmouth are particularly active, and the shallow bays around the Inland Sea for both smallmouth and largemouth. The rocky points throughout the Inland Sea have been especially productive.

    Lure selection has been key - drop shots, Texas rigs, and bladed jigs for smallmouth, while Rat-L-Traps and Ned Rigs have been scoring with largemouth. Hard jerkbaits in the Mat Shad color pattern have been effective when worked with a jerk-jerk-pause cadence, with fish hitting during the pause.

    Water temperatures are now in the upper 40s to low 50s in most areas, and the fish are responding accordingly. With the weather warming, expect the bite to only improve in the days ahead.

    This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines, everyone, and I'll see you on the water!
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  • Lake Champlain Fishing Report - Warm Weather Brings Bass Bite, Salmon & Lakers Too

    Lake Champlain Fishing Report - Warm Weather Brings Bass Bite, Salmon & Lakers Too
    May 9 2025
    Good morning anglers this is Artificial Lure bringing you the Lake Champlain fishing report for Friday May 9 2025

    We are off to a solid May here on Champlain Weather overnight was cool with lows in the upper 40s and as we head into the day expect a partly cloudy sky highs reaching near 64 Fahrenheit and a light southerly breeze about 7 to 10 knots on the water Plan for sunrise around 529 AM and sunset at 809 PM which sets you up for a long day of fishing action

    Fishing has been heating up especially on the bass front Recent reports show a strong surge in both smallmouth and largemouth activity With waters finally warming up after the cold snap fish are moving shallow and feeding aggressively A monster largemouth tipping the scale at 7 pounds 13 ounces was landed just last week down by Ticonderoga on the New York side The angler credited a half ounce chartreuse black back Rat L Trap and says Rat L Traps have been hot this spring but jerkbaits soft plastics and spinnerbaits are all catching fish in the shallows Stay versatile and work those edges especially near rocky points and early season weed beds[2][4]

    Smallmouth are stacking in shallower than usual—try fishing rocky drop offs and gravel transitions with green pumpkin tubes Ned rigs and drop shot rigs Reach for hard jerkbaits if you spot bass feeding on smelt or perch fry out deeper Recent catches have included plenty of two to four pounders with good numbers all the way from the Four Brothers Islands up to the Inland Sea[4]

    On the salmon and lake trout front trollers are still finding consistent action off Willsboro and out in deeper water north of Thompson’s Point The best bites have been around 30 to 45 feet down with spoons in orange silver or perch hues Landlocks are running two to four pounds on average but there have been reports of bigger fish caught at first light Focus on breaks near bait clouds for the biggest trout[3]

    Yellow perch are steady in the shallows with fat males showing up in numbers especially in bays on the Vermont side Live minnows and small jigs tipped with worm are your best bet Look for perch schooled up around submerged grass and early weed growth

    Hot spots today include the shallows off Sandbar State Park for bass and perch and the waters near Willsboro for salmon and lakers The Ticonderoga stretch near Weedbed Island is another can’t miss for largemouth this week

    Lake Champlain is living up to its spring reputation so get out there stay safe and tight lines from Artificial Lure
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