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  • Late Fall Stripers on the Lower Hudson - Tides, Lures and Top Spots

    Late Fall Stripers on the Lower Hudson - Tides, Lures and Top Spots
    Dec 5 2025
    Striper fishing on the lower Hudson is in classic winter-transition mode, with fewer but still very catchable fish holding in the deeper bends and around structure from the George Washington Bridge down past Battery Park. Short feeding windows around the tides matter more than ever, and anglers willing to grind through the cold are finding some solid schoolies with the occasional better fish mixed in.

    ## Weather, wind, light

    Cold, seasonable air and water temps in the mid to upper 40s have the river feeling like true late fall. Expect a mix of sun and clouds, light to moderate northwest to west winds, and a raw feel along the piers and open shorelines. Sunrise comes late and sunset early this time of year, so the prime low-light bites are compressed into the first couple hours after daybreak and the hour or two before dark.

    ## Tides and timing

    Around New York Harbor and the lower Hudson, today’s tides are running moderate, not the huge moon swings, which is perfect for fishing the eddies and seams off the main flow. Aim to fish the last two hours of the incoming and the first of the outgoing; that’s when the bait lifts and bass slide up onto the edges. If you’re fishing from shore, time it so there’s enough flood to cover the rocks without pinning you to the bulkhead.

    ## Fish activity and what’s biting

    Most of the migrating stripers have pushed south, but a mix of resident and late-run fish are still hanging on the river side of Manhattan, up toward Inwood, and along the Jersey side from Jersey City north. Expect mostly schoolies in the 18–26 inch class with a few slot fish if you put in the time. Nighttime action can outproduce daylight now, especially on calm, clear evenings.

    ## Best lures and bait

    - Soft plastics on 3/8–1 ounce jigheads (white, olive, or bunker-pattern paddletails) slow-rolled just off bottom.
    - Slim metal jigs and epoxy-style tins for casting distance from shore, worked with a slow lift-and-drop.
    - Small swimming plugs and slender jerkbaits in natural bunker or herring colors for the dusk and night bite.
    - Bait anglers are scoring with fresh or salted bunker chunks and bloodworms on simple fish-finder rigs in the deeper channels.

    ## Local hot spots

    - The stretch from Pier 25 down to Battery Park, working the current breaks around ferry traffic lanes and pier pilings.
    - The west side around Riverside Park and up toward the George Washington Bridge, especially on the Jersey-facing seams and any area with pronounced eddies off the main river.

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  • Hudson River Fishing Report 12/4/2025: Steelhead, Stripers & Tidal Movements

    Hudson River Fishing Report 12/4/2025: Steelhead, Stripers & Tidal Movements
    Dec 4 2025
    Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure bringing you your Hudson River fishing report for Thursday, December 4th, 2025.

    Let's start with what Mother Nature's got cooking today. We're looking at partly cloudy skies this morning with temperatures hovering around the low 30s. Winds are coming light out of the north-northeast, keeping things comfortable on the water. The forecast for this afternoon shows it warming up to the mid-30s with continued overcast conditions.

    Now, tidal-wise, we've got some solid movement happening. High tide hit around 9:10 PM last night, and we're looking at another high pushing through at 7:27 AM this morning. That low at 1:06 AM was sitting right around 1.93 feet. This push-pull action is perfect for getting fish moving through the main channel and into the productive areas near the Battery and around Pier 57.

    For the recent action, steelhead and stripers have been the main event upriver in the system. Most anglers out there have been connecting with multiple fish per outing when conditions align. The bite's been solid in the mornings and has been slowing down a bit as the day progresses, so get out early if you can.

    For lures, you'll want to pack chartreuse-colored beads in the 14mm range—that's been the real producer lately. Tangerine beads are your second option. If you're more of a swinging flies guy, that's working too. Don't sleep on egg sacks drifted under bobbers either; that's been consistent.

    For spots, I'd head down to the lower Hudson near Battery Park where the current breaks create holding zones. The Harlem River mouth is also firing up nicely with the tidal push bringing baitfish and game fish through the channels.

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  • Hudson River Fishing Report: Stripers & Weather Conditions 12/3/2025

    Hudson River Fishing Report: Stripers & Weather Conditions 12/3/2025
    Dec 3 2025
    Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure bringing you your Hudson River fishing report for Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025.

    Let's dive right into the conditions. We're looking at some challenging weather out there—a nor'easter is moving through the East Coast, so keep an eye on those conditions before you head out. Sunrise this morning was around 7:04am, and we're looking at sunset around 6:00pm, so you've got a decent window if you get out early.

    For the tides, we're in that transitional period of early December. The Hudson's been running pretty steady, so check your local tide charts before you cast off. Water levels can swing pretty dramatically depending on where you're fishing along the estuary.

    Now, here's the real talk on what's been biting. The striped bass have been active during the late fall push, and they're still around for the early winter season. You can target them with live bait—herring, mackerel, eels, and squid work fantastic right now. If you're throwing artificials, topwater poppers and soft plastics are your go-to choices. You'll want medium-heavy tackle, around 8 to 14-foot rods with good braided line to handle these hard fighters.

    Here's something important though—if you're thinking about American shad, that fishery's been closed since 2010. The stocks declined significantly, so that's not an option anymore, unfortunately.

    For your best bets around the city, hit the traditional hotspots. The Albany area on the upper Hudson offers some solid diverse fishing, and you can work cut bait or nightcrawlers on bottom rigs. If you're closer to the city, focus on structure and channel edges where stripers like to hunt.

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  • Late Fall Fishing on the Hudson River

    Late Fall Fishing on the Hudson River
    Dec 2 2025
    # Hudson River Fishing Report – December 2nd, 2025

    Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure bringing you your Hudson River fishing report for today, Tuesday, December 2nd.

    Let's start with conditions. The tide is currently falling here at the Hudson River entrance, so if you're planning to hit the water this afternoon, factor in that low tide window. We're looking at marine gale warnings for tonight with southeast winds picking up to 10 to 15 knots, so get your fishing in before dark.

    Now, here's what's been happening on the river. The Hudson River Estuary Program has been tracking late autumn migration patterns, and we're seeing increased pre-wintering behavior from raptors and waterfowl. More importantly for us anglers, recent seining operations around Manhattan and Yonkers have pulled some solid catches. Just last week at Beczak in Yonkers, researchers hauled in winter flounder around 130 millimeters, Atlantic silverside, striped bass, and white perch. They also reported juvenile black sea bass in the 55 to 80 millimeter range, plus feather blennies—all signs that forage fish are concentrated in specific areas right now.

    The water temperature is sitting around 50 degrees Fahrenheit with decent dissolved oxygen levels, perfect for active feeding.

    For your tackle box, bring Texas-rigged soft plastics and compact jigs if you're targeting smallmouth in the main river. Winter flounder are hitting shrimp, amphipods, and crabs, so don't overlook those small baits. The striped bass are still moving through during their fall runs, so spinners and topwater presentations will work.

    Two hot spots to check: Hudson Crossing Park up in Schuylerville is seeing tremendous action with migrating geese and raptors, which often correlates with active fish. Also, the quieter Hudson coves around Albany offer excellent visibility cover where you can work your lures effectively near structure.

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  • Winter Fishing on the Hudson: Smallmouth, Catfish, and More - Artificial Lure's Monday Fishing Report

    Winter Fishing on the Hudson: Smallmouth, Catfish, and More - Artificial Lure's Monday Fishing Report
    Dec 1 2025
    Good morning, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River fishing report for Monday, December 1st, 2025. Let's dive right in.

    **Tides and Conditions**

    We've got low tide at 12:50 AM this morning already behind us, so we're heading into a rising tide situation throughout the day. That's good news for anglers—moving water gets the fish active. The water temp is holding steady in that sweet spot for winter fishing, and we've got decent visibility out there on the river.

    **What's Been Biting**

    Smallmouth bass have been the star of the show recently. Down on Lake Guntersville—not far from our waters in terms of technique—anglers were absolutely crushing it with 28-pound bags just last week. While the Hudson's a different beast, those same smallmouth principles apply here. We're talking jigs and live minnows working the structure. Catfish have also been cooperative, especially around areas where there's some current and structure. This is prime catfish season, and they're feeding aggressively.

    **Best Approaches**

    For lures, go with a 1/2-ounce jig in darker colors—blacks and browns work great in winter. Throw some artificial reaction baits too. If you're going the live bait route, fresh shiners and small minnows are your ticket. Cut bait chunks also work incredibly well for catfish right now. Keep your line test around 20-pound minimum—these winter fish can be hefty.

    **Where to Focus**

    Target the deeper holes and structure along the river. Areas with current breaks and overhanging timber are gold. Look for where the water churns a bit—that's where the baitfish congregate and the predators follow.

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  • Hudson River Fishing Report: Steelhead Frenzy at Douglaston Salmon Run

    Hudson River Fishing Report: Steelhead Frenzy at Douglaston Salmon Run
    Nov 30 2025
    Good morning, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River fishing report for Sunday, November 30th, 2025.

    Let's talk tides first. We're looking at a high tide at 2:25 AM this morning—already passed—with a low at 9:09 AM coming up soon, followed by another high at 2:39 PM. Plan your movements accordingly if you're heading out.

    Weather-wise, expect cloudy skies with occasional showers developing this afternoon. High around 49 degrees with southeast winds picking up to 10 to 15 miles per hour. There's an 80 percent chance of rain, so bring rain gear.

    Now here's the real news: the Douglaston Salmon Run just upstream is absolutely firing right now. They've had consistent catches of bright chrome Steelhead across all sections—upper, middle, and lower. Most guests are landing multiple fish daily, with some anglers hitting double digits. We're also seeing Brown Trout in the 13 to 24-inch range and occasional King and Coho salmon mixed in. The dam release remains steady at 750 CFS.

    As for what's working, Douglaston reports that 14mm beads—chartreuse leading the way, followed by tangerine—drifted under bobbers are absolutely deadly. Egg sacks under bobbers and swinging flies round out the top three presentations. White-colored Gulp baits are also producing well throughout the region.

    For your Hudson River session today, I'd recommend hitting the Manasquan River area near the train bridge to inlet if you can make the run. Kayakers have been weighing in fish over five pounds there. Alternatively, the lower Hudson holds solid populations of Steelhead and occasional Bass.

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  • Hudson River Fishing Report: Fall Stripers, Bluefish, and More on the Jersey City Waterfront

    Hudson River Fishing Report: Fall Stripers, Bluefish, and More on the Jersey City Waterfront
    Nov 29 2025
    # Hudson River Fishing Report - Saturday, November 29, 2025

    Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with today's Hudson River fishing report for Saturday, November 29th.

    **Tides and Conditions**

    We're looking at excellent tidal movement this morning. High tide hit at 2:37 AM at 4.56 feet, and we've got a low tide coming in at 9:16 AM sitting at 1.15 feet. That's solid swing for structure fishing. Weather-wise, we're expecting mostly sunny skies today around the Jersey City waterfront, so bring your sunglasses and stay hydrated.

    **What's Biting**

    The Hudson's been producing solid action lately. Striped bass are the main show right now during these late fall runs, and we've also been seeing consistent bluefish activity. Down in Louisiana waters they've been crushing crappie and catfish, so don't sleep on freshwater species either if you're mixing it up.

    **Gear and Bait**

    For striped bass, blade baits and live minnows are your ticket. I'd also recommend working crankbaits—make sure you're getting bottom contact and adjusting your colors based on water clarity. Keep your hooks sharp; dull trebles cost you fish faster than anything else. For the catfish crowd, trotlines with fresh bait have been deadly productive.

    **Hot Spots**

    Hit the spoils islands on the east side where the structure holds fish. The Jersey City waterfront running along the Hudson always draws consistent action this time of year. These areas are prime for striped bass during the fall runs.

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  • Fishing the Hudson River and Upper New York Bay for Stripers, Mackerel, and More on Quiet Please Podcast

    Fishing the Hudson River and Upper New York Bay for Stripers, Mackerel, and More on Quiet Please Podcast
    Nov 28 2025
    Hey, this is Artificial Lure coming at you with your Friday morning fishing report for the Hudson River and Upper New York Bay around Jersey City.

    Let's kick off with today's conditions. We're looking at high tide at 5:24 AM this morning, with a low tide coming in around 10:35 AM. Water's going to be churning, which means fish are going to be active and feeding hard. That's exactly what we want.

    The Upper New York Bay and Hudson River system is incredibly productive right now. This brackish water attracts everything from striped bass to mackerel, and we've been seeing solid action on both saltwater and freshwater species lately. Recent trips in the region have landed mackerel, trout, groupers, and jack fish—impressive variety for a single outing.

    For your tackle box today, bring spinnerbaits and hard-vibrating offerings like ChatterBaits. Lipless crankbaits are absolute money-makers in these waters. I'm talking 1/2-ounce Bill Lewis Rat-L-Traps on 16-17 pound test fluorocarbon. If the bite's slower, switch to 3/8-ounce ChatterBait Jack Hammers with jerky trailers. Keep some live bait handy too—sand eels and minnow patterns will work when artificials slow down.

    Hot spots? Check out the grass lines along the shallows near Jersey City's waterfront—that's where striped bass love to hunt. Also scout the tributary mouths feeding into the Hudson. Rising water during the tide push concentrates baitfish and brings predators in tight.

    The morning bite should be decent heading into that 10:35 AM low tide. Water temperature will play a role, so adjust your lure depth accordingly. Stick with darker craw patterns and natural colors in this murky bay water.

    Get out there and make some noise. Thanks for tuning in to your Friday report. Make sure you subscribe for daily updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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