Lake Champlain, Vermont/New York Fishing Report Today

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in with your Lake Champlain fishing report.

We’re locked in a mid‑winter pattern now, and both Vermont Fish & Wildlife and the New York DEC are still hammering home the message: safe ice first. Local shop chatter from the Islands down through Addison says ice is decent in protected bays, but still sketchy on the big main‑lake stretches and anywhere near current or pressure ridges. Keep that spud bar working and don’t trust old holes or sled tracks.

Weather-wise, the Burlington forecast has us in classic January chill: teens to l...

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in with your Lake Champlain fishing report.

We’re deep in winter pattern now, and both Vermont Fish & Wildlife and the New York DEC remind folks that safe ice is your first job – thickness is highly variable this year, especially where creeks dump in and along pressure ridges. The big lake doesn’t have uniform ice, so most serious ice anglers are still favoring protected bays and shallows on both shores.

Weather’s running typical January cold: teens into low 20s with a light north–northwest breeze, high pressure in control. That means m...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for all things angling on Lake Champlain. It's January 7th, 2026, 8:20 AM, and we're kickin' off the day with crisp winter air hoverin' around 25°F, light winds from the northwest at 5-10 mph, and partly cloudy skies—perfect for bundlin' up and hittin' the ice or open water edges. Sunrise was at 7:28 AM, sunset tonight at 4:42 PM, givin' us a short window but prime low-light bites. No real tides here on the big lake, but those narrows and inlets are seein' subtle current shifts from wind and river inflow—watch for 'em near...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for this frigid winter morning of January 5th, 2026. Sunrise hit around 7:40 AM and sunset's at 4:50 PM, givin' us short days but prime open-water action under that 15% waxin' crescent moon. Solunar tables from Town Line, NY, peg major bite times from 3:50-5:50 AM and 4:21-6:21 PM—get out early if you can beat the chill.

Weather's crisp and clear, highs hoverin' near freezin' with light winds off the Adirondacks—perfect for bundlin' up and hittin' the water without ice hassles yet. No real tides on Champlain, but flows are...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for this crisp January 4th morning. It's early winter on the big lake straddlin' Vermont and New York, and we're talkin' prime ice fishin' season—ice is buildin' solid in most bays, but always check thickness, as the New York DEC reminds us.

Weather's frigid today: highs hoverin' round 20°F with light northwest winds at 5-10 mph, partly cloudy skies. Sunrise was at 7:25 AM, sunset 4:35 PM—short days, so bundle up. No real tides on Champlain, but Mettawee River tributary's runnin' low at 351 cfs near Middle Granville per S...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for this crisp January 3rd mornin', 8:20 AM sharp. Winter's grip is tight on the big lake straddlin' Vermont and New York—sunrise hit at 7:25 AM, sunset's comin' 'round 4:40 PM, givin' us short days but prime ice time. Weather's callin' for highs near 25°F, lows dippin' to 10°F, light snow flurries, and winds at 5-10 mph from the northwest—bundle up, it's the Wolf Moon season with packs howlin' in the cold, per old Algonquin lore from Space.com.

Ice is formin' steady, two to four inches at spots...

# Lake Champlain Fishing Report - January 2026

Hey there, it's Artificial Lure coming to you with your Lake Champlain update. We're in the thick of winter fishing season on the lake, and conditions are prime for some serious action.

Water temps are holding steady in that cold zone where the fish are bunching up tight. Lake Champlain's frozen edges are perfect right now if you're looking to get out on the ice. The Toyota Series event here recently saw some absolutely incredible weights—best we've seen in years—which tells you the fish are feeding hard and stac...

# Lake Champlain Fishing Report - New Year's Eve Edition

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Lake Champlain fishing report on this New Year's Eve morning.

Let's start with conditions. We're looking at very dry weather across Vermont right now with streamflow levels sitting at just 25 percent of normal. The Connecticut River is running about 67 percent below normal for this time of year, so water levels are definitely on the low side. That means fish are going to be concentrated in deeper holes and channels—something to keep in mind when you're ou...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for this crisp winter mornin' at 8:20. Winter's grip is tight on Champlain, stretchin' from Vermont to New York shores, with chilly conditions keepin' the bite steady but demandin' patience.

Sunrise hit around 7:30 AM, sunset 'bout 4:30 PM—short days mean fishin' the golden hours. Weather's cold, highs in the low 20s, light winds from the northwest per National Weather Service Burlington forecasts, waves under 1 foot on the main lake. No real tidal pull this far inland, but lake levels are low—Vermont flows at just 25% normal per SNOFLO repo...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for anglin' on Lake Champlain, stretchin' from Vermont to New York. It's a crisp winter mornin' on December 28th, 2025, 'round 8:20 AM—perfect for hardwater huntin' if the ice holds. Weather's callin' for partly cloudy skies, highs in the low 30s, light northwest winds at 5-10 mph keepin' things calm. Sunrise hit at 7:35 AM, sunset's 4:25 PM, givin' ya a solid 9 hours of light. Lake levels steady per Vermont flow reports, no big swings, and tidal influences minimal this time o' year—water's holdin' even around the islands.

Fish are bitin' steady in t...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for all things angling on Lake Champlain, comin' at ya from the Vermont-New York border on this crisp winter mornin' of December 27th. Ice is lockin' in solid after that cold snap, and the Spreaker report from yesterday's got everyone buzzin' 'bout winter walleye—fish are active under the ice, with limits comin' steady from eager biters huggin' the bottom.

Weather's holdin' steady: highs in the low 20s, light winds from the northwest at 5-10 mph, partly cloudy skies per local forecasts. Sunrise was at 7:25 AM, sunset 'round 4:25 PM—plen...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for all things angling on Lake Champlain. It's December 26th, 8:20 AM, and we're knee-deep in winter—ice is the name of the game right now. Sunrise hit around 7:30 AM, sunset's pushing 4:30 PM, so make those daylight hours count. Weather's crisp, highs in the low 20s, light winds from the northwest per the National Weather Service Burlington forecast, perfect for safe ice travel if it's thick enough.

No tides to worry about on Champlain—it's a lake, not the ocean—but water levels are low, with Vermont streams at just 25% of normal...

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in with your Champlain fishing report.

We’re locked into full-on early ice mode now. According to the National Weather Service for the Burlington/Plattsburgh stretch, we’re sitting in the low 20s at daybreak with light north wind and high clouds, warming just below freezing this afternoon. That’s keeping shorelines skimmed over and the protected bays tightening up, but ice thickness is still highly variable. New York DEC is reminding anglers that you want a bare minimum of four inches of clear, solid ice for walking, and to be extra cautious anywhere...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for this crisp winter morning.

We're locked in early winter mode now, and conditions are shaping up to be interesting. Winds are howling west at 15-25 mph, so if you're heading out, bundle up and respect that water. The lake's getting ready for ice, and we're seeing excellent activity from smallmouth bass, lakers, and panfish before the deep freeze really sets in.

The bite's been hot lately. Anglers have been connecting on smallies and lakers using metal lures and minnow profiles—these are your go-to ar...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for this crisp winter morning, December 21st, 2025. Winds are howling west at 15-25 mph with gusts to 50 tonight per the National Weather Service in Burlington—secure your gear and watch for power outages. Sunrise hit around 7:25 AM, sunset by 4:25 PM, so bundle up for short days. No tides today on this freshwater beast, but lake levels are steady at USGS gages from Rouses Point to Whitehall.

Early winter bite's on fire for smallmouth bass, lake trout, and panfish, just like that Spreaker report from December 7th—anglers pull...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Saturday, December 20th at 8:20 AM. We're deep in mid-December chill, and the lake's gearing up for winter lockdown—ice is forming in spots, but open water persists in the northern and southern ends per the National Weather Service in Burlington.

Weather's brutal today: south winds 20-30 mph gusting to 45-60 mph till early afternoon, with waves 4-6 feet on the broad lake and 2-4 feet in ice-free zones. Wind Advisories and High Wind Warnings are up for northern NY and Vermont—stay off the water if you...

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in with your Lake Champlain fishing report.

We’re sliding into that deep-winter pattern now. Overnight temps have been well below freezing, daytime struggling around the freezing mark with light north–northwest breeze and a mix of clouds and weak sun. Local weather out of Burlington is calling for highs just above 30, lows in the teens, and barometer steady to slightly rising. That stable pressure has the bite decent but not wide open.

No true ocean tides here on Champlain, but water levels are low and fairly steady, more influenced by river...

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in with your Champlain fishing report.

We’re sliding into the hard‑water season now. Up north around St. Albans Bay and Missisquoi the bays are skinning over in the mornings, but main-lake Champlain is still open and rolling. No real tides here, just wind-driven seiche, and with the north breeze the water’s been stacking on the Vermont side and dropping a touch on the New York shore.

Weather’s classic December: cold nights in the teens and low 20s, daytime highs flirting with freezing, light to moderate north–northwest wind, and pa...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for this crisp Monday morning, December 15th. Winter's grip is tight on the big lake straddlin' Vermont and New York—temps hoverin' around 25°F with light snow flurries and northwest winds at 10-15 mph, keepin' things chilly but fishable if you're bundled up. Sunrise was at 7:22 AM, sunset 4:18 PM, so make those daylight hours count. No real tides down here like up in the Champlain Strait at Calamity Point, but water levels are steady, risin' a tad from recent rains per Canadian tide data.

Fish activity's solid for...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Sunday morning, December 14th. We're deep into mid-December now, and the lake's locked into those classic winter patterns—chilly waters pushing smallmouth bass, lake trout, and lakers into deeper haunts, with landlocked salmon prepping for their runs thanks to Vermont Fish & Wildlife's spawning ops.

Weather's cooperating today: expect highs in the low 30s, partly cloudy skies, light southwest winds at 5-10 mph, and dry conditions statewide per Snoflo reports—perfect for bundling up without battling gales. Sunrise hit at 7:22 AM, sunset around 4:20 PM, giving you a so...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report.

We’re sliding into the hardwater season now, with near‑freezing air temps, a stiff north–northwest breeze, and water temps hanging in the upper 30s to low 40s on the main lake. Skies are mostly cloudy this morning with passing breaks of sun and a chance of light snow showers later. Expect that classic Champlain chop if you’re out in an open boat.

Sunrise is right around 7:20 a.m. on the Vermont side, with sunset near 4:16 p.m., giving us a short, low‑light window tha...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for anglin' on Lake Champlain. It's December 12th, 2025, and we're lookin' at a crisp mornin' with temps hoverin' around 25°F, light northwest winds at 5-10 mph, mostly sunny skies—perfect for bundlin' up and hittin' the water. Sunrise was at 7:22 AM, sunset's 4:20 PM, so ya got about 9 hours of light. No real tides on Champlain, but water levels are steady, with minor fluctuations from wind—keep an eye on those currents near the inlets.

Fish activity's pickin' up this time of year. Vermont Fish & Wildlife's Ed Weed Fish Culture Station just...

Morning’s looking good for Lake Champlain anglers leaning into this December day. We’ll be seeing partly cloudy skies with crisp temps hovering in the mid-30s to low 40s (°F), perfect for late fall fishing without the big chill yet. Sunrise was around 7:15 AM, and sunset will fall near 4:20 PM, giving us limited but valuable daylight hours. The lake itself isn’t tidal, but water levels have been steady, with no strong currents to disrupt fish holding areas. Conditions on the water are calm, with light winds from the northwest at 5 to 8 mph — nice for casting without battling waves. Duration: 00:03:35

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report.

We’re locked into early‑winter mode on the big lake. According to the National Weather Service out of Burlington, air temps today are riding the mid 20s to low 30s on the main lake, light north–northwest breeze, and a mix of clouds with a few sun breaks. Champlain isn’t tidal, so no tide swings to worry about, just wind‑driven chop and some skim ice forming in the real quiet bays.

Sunrise is right around 7:20 a.m. with sunset close to 4:15 p.m., so your prime...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain rundown. We’re locked into early‑winter mode on the big lake, and she’s starting to fish like it. According to the Burlington TV weather desks, overnight lows have been dipping into the 20s with daytime highs just clawing into the low 30s, light north to northwest breeze and a high overcast ceiling with occasional breaks. That stable, cold pattern is perfect for a predictable but subtle bite.

Sunrise is right around 7:15 a.m. and sunset about 4:15 p.m., so your real feed windows are tight: the first two hours after...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain rundown.

We’re sliding into early winter mode on the big lake. Overnight temps have been in the 20s and low 30s with daytime highs struggling through the 30s, light north to northwest breeze, and a high overcast ceiling with occasional breaks. Local forecasters around Burlington are calling for stable, cold, fairly calm weather the next couple days, which usually means predictable, if subtle, bites.

Sunrise is right around 7:15 a.m. with sunset about 4:15 p.m. That gives you a very short feeding window, and the best action has be...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing rundown, coming at you like a cold north wind off the broad lake.

Up and down Champlain, we’re in classic early winter mode. Night temps have the surface cooling hard, so expect sluggish fish tight to structure and edges, with the best bites stacked around the warmest part of the afternoon and the low‑light windows at first light and dusk. Sunrise and sunset are close together now, so that prime-time window is short but sweet, and you’ll want to be in position, not running, when that light change...

# Lake Champlain Fishing Report - December 4th, 2025

Hey there, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Thursday, December 4th.

We're looking at a cold front moving through early this morning into early afternoon, bringing heavy snow showers and embedded squalls. Visibility is going to drop to a quarter mile or less at times with quick snow accumulation of one to two inches, so bundle up and stay safe out there. Water temps are sitting right where they should be for winter fishing—cold enough to slow metabolism but prime time for targeting tr...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025.

We're heading into prime giant bass season right now, and conditions are shaping up nicely despite some weather moving through. Snow's expected today with accumulations of 3 to 9 inches depending on where you are on the lake, so bundle up out there.

Water temps are dropping fast as we move deeper into December, and both smallmouth and largemouth are transitioning to their wintering grounds. The good news? This is when they concentrate in predictable spots. Look for steep main-lake points, rocky...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Tuesday, December 2nd. We've got some interesting conditions moving through the region as we head deeper into early winter.

Water temperatures are dropping significantly now, which means we're transitioning into what I call the late fall migration phase. The bass have had their fill from the feeding frenzy we saw a few weeks back and are starting to move toward their winter holding patterns. That means you'll want to focus on deeper structure and transition zones rather than shallow flats.

Weather-wise, keep an...

Hey there, it's Artificial Lure coming to you with today's Lake Champlain fishing report for Monday, December 1st.

We're looking at a challenging day on the water, folks. The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory from 7 AM through 7 PM for portions of northern New York and Vermont. South winds are running 15 to 25 miles per hour with gusts up to 45 mph expected—strongest along the northern Adirondack slopes and Lake Champlain's shores. Conditions are going to be rough out there, so exercise caution if you're heading out.

Now, for the fishing itself, recent reports from La...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you from beautiful Lake Champlain on this Sunday morning, November 30th, 2025. Let me break down what's happening on the water right now.

First, sunrise was around 7:15 AM this morning, and you're looking at sunset hitting around 4:30 PM, so you've got a solid window to get out there. Unfortunately, I don't have real-time tidal data or current weather conditions for this exact moment, but Lake Champlain doesn't experience significant tides like ocean waters do, so that's not a major factor here.

Now here's the exciting part – the lake just ho...

Good morning, anglers! This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Saturday, November 29th, 2025.

We're heading into late fall here on the lake, and conditions are cooling down nicely. Sunrise was around 7:15 this morning, and we're looking at sunset around 4:45 PM, so get out there early if you want to maximize your daylight hours.

Water temperatures are dropping as we approach the winter months, which means the fish are transitioning their feeding patterns. Based on recent reports from the Lake Champlain fishing community, anglers have been having solid success with both bass and...

Good morning, folks—Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Friday, November 28th, 2025.

We're waking up to that classic late-November chill this morning, with air temps hovering in the upper 30s and climbing just into the low 50s by midday. Water temps are sitting in the mid-50s across the shallower bays, and we've got partly cloudy skies with westerly winds gusting up to 10 miles per hour. No tide to worry about here on Champlain—she's a freshwater lake—but keep an eye on that wind for your drift and wave action today.

Sunris...

# Lake Champlain Fishing Report - November 27, 2025

Well folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Thursday morning Lake Champlain report. We're looking at late November conditions here on the water, and there's still some solid fishing to be had despite the season winding down.

## Weather & Water Conditions

It's a chilly November morning out there. The National Weather Service Burlington indicates we're in their Lake Champlain recreational forecast period, though conditions are getting tighter as we head into winter. Winds and water state are factors to keep a close eye on, so make...

Artificial Lure here with your November 26th Lake Champlain fishing report, serving up the latest straight from the cool Vermont and New York shoreline.

Weather’s got that classic late-November bite to it: air temps in the mid-30s to low 40s this morning, and the wind’s settling down after yesterday’s blowout conditions. If you were out on the water yesterday, you know it—20+ mph south winds had most of us keeping to the sheltered bays. Sunrise came at 6:55 AM and you’ve got daylight to fish right up to sunset at 4:17 PM. Those early hours and late a...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your November 25, 2025, Lake Champlain fishing report.

A chilly late fall morning greets us with air temps in the lower 30s and a light northwesterly breeze. According to the National Weather Service, highs will sneak up to the low 40s by early afternoon. Expect partly sunny skies, patchy morning ice on sheltered coves, and a persistent hint of winter in the air. Sunrise came at 6:59 AM with sunset at 4:18 PM—clock’s ticking, so get your lines wet early.

While Lake Champlain isn’t tidal, the lake’s water levels c...

Artificial Lure reporting in from Lake Champlain on a crisp Monday morning, November 24th, 2025. The lake’s settled deep into late fall—temps are hovering near freezing at sunrise, with the mercury set to climb just into the low 40s by midday. Winds are steady out of the north-northeast, 8 to 12 miles per hour, making for a little chop but nothing the local fleet can’t handle.

Sunrise hit at 6:58 AM today, with sunset due around 4:24 PM. That gives us a short window, so best to focus efforts during peak bite: locals say the hot periods are an hour on eit...

Artificial Lure here with your Friday morning Lake Champlain fishing report, and folks, we’re in the thick of late November—arguably a rewarding but tricky time for anglers across Vermont and New York. If you love a real challenge and some brisk North Country air, today’s conditions will suit you just fine.

First, the weather: It’s a **crisp, classic fall morning on Champlain**, with temps around the mid-30s at sunrise and barely nudging above 43 degrees by early afternoon, so dress in layers and keep those hands warm. We’ve got a light northwest wind at 7 to 10...

It's Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Thursday, November 20, 2025, coming to you straight from the Champlain Valley, where the mornings are crisp, and the lake is showing off its late-fall personality.

Today, anglers are waking to cloudy skies, temps hovering in the low 40s, and light winds out of the northwest. Weather outlets are hinting at a little warming trend mid-day, maybe nudging toward 50, but you’ll need to layer up, especially if you’re heading out early or plan to stick it into the evening. Sunrise hit at 6:50 a.m., and sunset will clos...

Morning’s crisp out here on Lake Champlain, with the sun peeking over the Adirondacks just after 7:00 AM and setting tonight around 4:30 PM. The weather’s holding steady—mostly sunny, light winds from the west, and temps hovering in the low 40s. Water temps are dropping, and the lake’s starting to settle after last week’s storms. Tides are running low this morning, with water levels just under 1.5 meters, so the shallow bays are a bit trickier to navigate, but the main lake’s fishing strong.

Folks are reporting good action on smallmouth bass, with some real keepers comi...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain, Vermont and New York fishing report for Tuesday, November 18th, 2025. We’re deep into that late fall transition, so grab your layers, sharpen your hooks, and let’s get right to it.

Weather-wise, we woke up to a frosty start with air temps hovering in the upper 30s, climbing only into the mid-40s by afternoon. Northwest winds will be gusting 10-15 mph—so main lake runs are choppy, and you’ll want to stick to sheltered bays and leeward shores. Clouds hold in most of the day, with just a few peek...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Monday, November 17th, 2025, bringing you the latest from both the Vermont and New York sides as late fall clings to the region.

We woke up to frosty banks and a sharp bite in the air, with temps in the low 30s—bundled up or stay home, folks. Today’s weather forecast from the National Weather Service calls for mostly cloudy skies, a skim of wind out of the northwest at around 10 knots, and highs just tipping the mid-30s. The surface water temp’s dropped to the low 40s up n...

# Lake Champlain Fishing Report - Sunday, November 16th, 2025

Well folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Sunday morning. We're looking at a brisk fall day on the big lake, and let me tell you, the conditions are shaping up nicely for some serious bass action.

**Weather and Conditions**

We woke up to chilly temperatures this morning, so bundle up before heading out. Sunrise was around 6:47 this morning, and we're looking at sunset around 4:31 PM, so you've got a solid window to work with. The water temps are dropping as we...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Saturday, November 15th, 2025. At 8:20 this morning, you're waking up to a chilly start—temperatures hovering right around 38 degrees, with light cloud cover pushing in from the northwest. Winds are moderate out of the north, around 8 to 10 mph, and we're staying cool all day; highs will only scrape the low 40s. Bundle up, especially for those first casts after sunrise at 6:49 AM. Sunset sneaks in early at 4:29 PM, so plan to maximize your time on the water.

Now, being mid-November, that fall transition bite is in full swing, but do...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Friday, November 14th, 2025. Sunrise is at 6:49 AM and sunset at 4:29 PM, giving you just under 10 fresh hours on the water if you time it right. The forecast calls for extended snow and rain, with brisk winds rolling out of the southwest. Daytime highs are topping out in the low 40s, so layer up with cold, dry gear and don’t forget your rain jacket—those November fronts mean business, and you’ll want to be prepared.

Lake Champlain water temps are dropping toward the low 50s inshore, and the se...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for November 13, 2025. Folks, if you’re up early on this brisk Thursday, you’re met with classic late-fall conditions—expect chilly air, surface temps in the upper 40s to low 50s, and a stiff northwest wind kicking up the water. The National Weather Service out of Burlington has us clear this morning, highs only get up near 45 this afternoon, and if you’re planning the long haul, sunrise came right about 6:44 a.m. and sunset rolls in at 4:27 p.m.

As for tides, Lake Champlain being a freshwater body doe...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain area fishing report for Tuesday, November 11, 2025—the start of Veteran’s Day and New York’s Free Fishing Day, so no license needed if you want to wet a line today, north or south of the lake. Let’s jump right in.

Sunrise clocked in at 6:39 a.m. and sunset’s coming at 4:31 p.m.—that gives us just about 10 hours to work with, and every hour counts this late in the season. Weatherwise, it’s classic late-fall Champlain: clear skies rolling in after a sharp cold front, overnight lows hovering at or just bel...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Monday, November 10th, 2025. Sunrise landed at 6:39 AM and we're looking at sunset tonight right around 4:33 PM, so there’s a tight autumn window for those magic hours on the water, especially with these crisp mid-November days, according to the Lake Champlain Fishing Report Today on Spreaker.

Weather-wise, it’s a chilly one on both sides of the lake. We’ve got dry, blustery conditions—temperatures at dawn hovered just above freezing, and they're not expected to break the mid-40s. Winds are coming in from the southwest at about 15...

Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Sunday, November 9th, 2025. Sunrise came at 6:39 AM with sunset wrapping up early at 4:34 PM, so keep in mind you’ve got a modest window for pulling in those late fall trophies. The weather out here today is classic November—crisp and chilly, with temps starting in the low 30s this morning and only climbing into the mid-40s by midday. Winds are light out of the southwest, but with water levels lower than normal and the air dry, plan for clear, calm conditions and exceptional visibility on the water, especially around the...

Lake Champlain’s fishing scene this Saturday, November 8, comes alive against the backdrop of an unseasonably mild, dry fall. Wells across Vermont are running dry and the lake itself is at a historic low, making for some tricky boat launches, but the bite’s holding strong where it matters. The morning kicks off with sunrise at 6:38 am and anglers can expect a mostly clear sky with light winds from the south, temp hovering around the high 40s and creeping into mid-50s by mid-afternoon. Sunset’s at 4:33 pm, so plan your casts accordingly.

Fish are shifting with the fallin...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Friday, November 7th, 2025. Sunrise hit at 6:36 am and sunset’s coming at 4:41 pm today. Champlain’s water level is steady and there’s no tidal influence, so focus on wind direction and weather shifts. We woke to brisk, damp air—mid-40s early, climbing to a high in the upper 50s, breezy out of the south at 6-12 mph. The area’s soaked after last night’s heavy rain, but skies are patching with breaks of sun by midday, perfect for chasing active fish in shallow cover.

Recent catches have...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain, Vermont/New York fishing report for Thursday, November 6th, 2025.

It’s a brisk late fall morning here on the big lake, and you can feel the season winding down—but don’t hang up your rods yet. According to the Lake Champlain Daily Fishing Report, the smallmouth are still charging hard along those classic rock points, especially early and late in the day. We’re seeing fierce surface action on calmer mornings, with chunky bronzebacks smashing topwaters and jerkbaits if you find the right spot.

Right now, sunrise was at 6...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Wednesday, November 5th, 2025. Early mornings are downright crisp now, and the big lake greeted anglers today with a chill in the mid 30s at sunrise, warming into the upper 40s by afternoon according to the National Weather Service. Winds out of the northwest at about 10 knots made for a choppy ride on the main lake, but the bite’s been solid if you’re willing to brave the cold.

First off, sunrise hit us at 6:38 AM, with sunset coming at 4:35 PM—short days for folks wanting that late bite...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for November 4th, 2025. It’s a crisp, classic Champlain autumn morning—air temp in the mid-40s, water running cool and clear but dropping with the drought we’ve battled much of the year, as The Waterbury Roundabout recently noted. The lake’s at historic low levels, so pay close attention to exposed structure and shallow transitions.

Sunrise today is just after 6:35 AM and sunset wraps up the day at 4:39 PM. We’re under a waxing crescent moon, and if you’re planning to fish the major bite windows, today’s peak...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Monday, November 3rd, 2025. We’re deep into fall and things have gotten chilly around the lake, but there’s still plenty of action for anglers who know where to look.

Today’s sunrise came in at 6:30 AM with sunset due at 4:37 PM, giving us just about 10 hours of fishing light—don’t forget that early dusk creeps in fast this time of year. Local news from the Waterbury Roundabout notes Vermont's been in a significant drought, so Champlain's water levels are running historically low, which means more structure exposed an...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Sunday, November second, twenty twenty-five. Hope you got your thermos and your woolies, folks—late fall’s crisp air is settled in, water temps are sliding into the high forties and low fifties, and the fish are on the move. If you love the chase, now’s the time.

Sunrise greeted us this morning around six thirty, lighting up misty bays, with sunset expected at five forty-two this evening. The weather is classic Champlain fall—overnight lows dipped near freezing, but we're seeing highs in the low forties by after...

Good morning, anglers – Artificial Lure here with your November 1st fishing report from in and around Lake Champlain, straddling Vermont and New York.

We’re waking up to classic fall weather: brisk air temps in the low 40s climbing into the low 50s by mid-afternoon, with mostly cloudy skies and the tail end of those fiery fall colors hanging on, especially on the Vermont side, as noted by Parade Magazine’s rundown of autumn foliage destinations. Wind out of the northwest at 9 to 12 mph is pushing a little chop across the main lake today, so bundle up, keep that h...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you the latest from the waters of Lake Champlain, straddling Vermont and New York on this brisk October 31st, 2025.

Folks, we kicked off this Halloween morning with a real autumn chill. According to The Weather Channel, expect overcast skies most of the day, light northwesterly winds, and air temps hovering in the mid-40s—not balmy, but it’s putting fish on the move. Sunrise hit at 7:28 AM, and sunset’s coming early, right around 5:47 PM. No tidal movements to worry about here on Champlain, but wind will shape how you approach your favorite spots...

Artificial Lure here, with your October 30th fishing report for Lake Champlain, Vermont and New York. It’s a crisp start to the day, with sunrise at 7:23 and sunset coming early at 5:41 this evening. The weather’s holding chilly and overcast, with winds out of the northwest—expect temps to stay in the mid-40s, warming slightly by late morning, and light chop on the water. With the water cooling and low light, fish are starting to move tighter to cover and break lines.

No tides to track on Champlain, but that drop in barometric pressure has the smallm...

Artificial Lure here on this fine October 29th morning, bringing you the true local rundown from Lake Champlain’s shores and bays. We kicked off at sunrise—officially 7:25 a.m. today, with sunset coming on at 5:46 p.m. According to the National Weather Service, we're looking at a chilly start, low 40s warming just shy of 56°F by afternoon. Winds are light from the west at 7 to 12 knots, giving the lake a little chop perfect for drifting, but not so rough you’ll need to stay tucked behind the breakwalls.

Lake Champlain isn’t tidal, so no true tide char...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for October 28th, 2025. Sun’s just up over the Green Mountains, with sunrise today at 7:25 AM and sunset coming at 5:45 PM. It’s a classic late October morning—cold bite in the air and a northerly wind carrying a little chop over the open water.

According to Advanced Bassin’ Plus, we’ve just been through a stretch of frosty mornings and big winds, making for tough starts but producing excellent afternoon fishing once things warm up. Recent outings saw anglers hammering solid numbers of smallmouth with plenty of those chunky “fo...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Monday, October 27th, 2025. Sunrise hit us right at 7:20 AM, and we’re looking at a classic crisp, late-October morning in the valley—mid-40s at dawn, highs creeping into the upper 50s as the day goes on. Wind’s light out of the north, five to ten, with a touch of fog along the shore that should burn off by midday. Sunset tonight is at 5:52 PM, leaving us with prime golden hour conditions to wrap up the evening bite.

No tides to track on the lake today, but water...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for October 26, 2025. We’re deep into fall, and the bite’s reflecting the quick-changing weather—cold overnight dips are carving fog off the water, and those hungry smallies and lakers are on the move. Today, expect sunrise at 7:21 AM and sunset right about 5:47 PM. The morning saw dense fog, but it’s burning off to reveal mostly cloudy skies, temps climbing from the upper 30s into the low 50s, with a light north breeze that’ll pick up later. Water temps are hovering in the high 40s to low 50s, so dress in l...

Artificial Lure here, coming to you bright and early with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Saturday, October 25th, 2025. We’ve got a crisp, classic North Country fall morning on tap—with a lake temp hanging in the low 50s and surface fog burning off after a picture-perfect sunrise at 7:20 AM. Expect air temps finishing the day around the mid 50s, and only light southern winds, making for ideal, glassy conditions through the early bite. Sunset will be at 5:47 PM, giving you plenty of time to chase those last casts into twilight.

As for tides—while Lake Champlain isn’t...

Artificial Lure here with your Friday, October 24th Lake Champlain fishing report—coming at you from the heart of Vermont and New York’s border waters, right as the sun pokes up at 7:18 this morning and ready to duck behind the Adirondacks by 5:54 this evening.

We’re starting off in crisp fall conditions: the overnight lows stuck in the upper 30s, with the mercury warming to the low to mid-50s under partly cloudy skies. Winds are light from the north-northwest, barely ruffling the bays. No tidal action here, but if you’re planning a full day, expect steady l...

This is Artificial Lure, your source for boots-on-the-ground, rod-in-hand insight from beautiful Lake Champlain, straddling Vermont and New York on this brisk Thursday, October 23rd, 2025.

We’re starting off with the weather—a classic late-October chill has rolled in overnight, with temps hovering in the upper 30s at daybreak, reaching for the high 40s by midday. Expect partly cloudy skies and a steady north-northwest breeze at 10 to 15 mph, making for a brisk but fishable day. Sunrise was at 7:18 a.m. and sunset will fall around 5:55 p.m. No tides to report here, since Champlain isn’t tidal, but water...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Wednesday, October 22, 2025. The North Country served up a crisp, classic Champlain autumn morning—air temps were in the low 40s at dawn, warming to a high just shy of 60 by midafternoon, with a light north breeze keeping things cool. Sunrise eased in at 7:15 AM and we’ll see sunset at 5:58 PM tonight. Surface water temp remains steady in the upper 50s, and after a chilly night, expect fish to stay deep until midmorning.

There’s no tidal movement on Champlain, but these cooling trends and shorter days have defini...

Good morning, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to guide for all things fishing around Lake Champlain. Today, October 21, the sun rises at about 6:55 AM and sets at 5:55 PM. While tides aren't a major factor here, the current weather is crisp with a gentle breeze, perfect for a day on the water.

Recently, there's been some impressive smallmouth bass activity, with reports of catches smashing state records. The best lures for bass right now are soft plastics and crankbaits.

For other species, try using live bait like minnows or worms. Notable catches include trout and walleye, especially...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain, Vermont and New York fishing report for Monday, October 20th, 2025.

Classic autumn air greeted anglers this morning along Champlain—mostly clear skies, a light south-southwest breeze, and air temps climbing out of the upper 40s into the upper 50s by mid-morning. Sunrise came just past 7:10 AM and sunset will be around 6:05 PM today, so if you’re planning an evening bite, keep that narrowing window in mind. Lake Champlain doesn’t get tides, but water is running a bit higher than average after last week’s rains. Water clarity is solid with shi...

This is Artificial Lure with today’s narrative fishing report for Lake Champlain, Vermont and New York, Sunday, October 19th, 2025.

Conditions on the big lake are shaping up for classic autumn fishing. We’re waking to a balmy, crisp morning—mostly clear skies, light south/southwest winds, and comfortable air temps climbing from the high 40s into the upper 50s as the sun rises over the water. According to Zillow’s local property listings, sunrise on this side of the lake hit just after 7:10 AM and sunset tonight will be around 6:05 PM, so plan your trip with daylight in mind...

Artificial Lure here, with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Saturday, October 18th, 2025.

First light broke over the lake right at 7:14 AM, with sunset tonight coming around 6:09 PM. You’ll have about 11 hours of good daylight to wet a line. The sky is partly cloudy, with a few misty pockets lingering in the valleys and temps starting in the low 40s, warming to the upper 50s this afternoon – ideal for fall fishing. Winds are expected to stay calm out of the northwest, 5-8 mph. It’s been a dry stretch for our region, and Vermont Daily Chronicle notes water...

Howdy, anglers. This is Artificial Lure with the latest hot scoop on fishing Lake Champlain, where the water’s crisp, the colors are turning, and the fish—well, they’ve been putting on a decent show. We’re just shy of peak foliage, but the action out here has had its moments.

Sunrise today is a little after 7 a.m., and sunset’s just a tick past 6 p.m. You’ll have all the daylight you need, but this time of year, mornings and evenings are when the bite happens—so plan accordingly. Weather-wise, we’re looking at a clear, cool da...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with today’s Lake Champlain fishing report for October 15th, 2025.

We’ve got a classic, crisp mid-October setup on the lake. Local sunrise is 7:07 AM with sunset at 6:09 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to chase those fall trophies. The current weather is typical for upstate this time of year—cool mornings in the low 40s, highs climbing into the mid to upper 50s. Skies today are partly cloudy with a light southwest breeze at around 6 to 8 knots, so expect manageable chop out there—just enough for a good drift.

Now, abo...

Sun’s just starting to cast golden streaks across the misty expanse of Lake Champlain, and here’s Artificial Lure with a boots-on-the-dock fishing report for Sunday, October 12th, 2025.

Let’s hook into the details, starting with the weather. This morning, the air’s crisp, but there’s not a breath of wind stirring—mirror-flat water right off the bat, perfect for the early rodders. The Lake Champlain, Vermont/New York Daily Fishing Report says the day will be mostly sunny with highs in the mid-60s, so dress in layers—you’ll want to shed a jacket once you get int...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for October 11, 2025.

We’re waking up to a cool fall Saturday, with sunrise rolling in at 7:04 AM and sunset set for 6:13 PM. The weather forecast promises mostly sunny skies, brisk southwest winds around 15-20 mph, and high temps near 61°F—so throw on an extra layer and expect a little chop out there. Water levels across Vermont are low for this time of year, with flow in major rivers about 25% of normal, thanks to the dry spell we’ve been having. That said, Lake Champlain’s depth keeps things steady fo...

Lake Champlain is putting on her classic October show—crisp air, low water, and the leaves just about at their fiery peak along the Vermont and New York shoreline. Today, October 10th, sunrise hit at 6:57 AM, with sunset on tap for 6:13 PM. Winds this morning are light out of the north-northeast around 5 to 7 knots, but should swing more northwest by midday, keeping wave heights down to a gentle 1 to 2 feet—prime conditions for boaters hugging the shoreline or prowling the bays. The National Weather Service is calling for mostly sunny skies and highs rising to the mid-60s by afternoon. Duration: 00:03:54

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for October 8, 2025, coming to you bright and early before daybreak. Today’s sunrise in the Burlington-Plattsburgh stretch was at 6:56 AM, with a sunset coming up at 6:19 PM, so you’ve got a solid window for those golden hour bites.

Weather’s the big talk this morning: after a streak of blustery days, we’re starting cool—mid-40s at dawn—and forecasted to warm to the upper 50s by afternoon. Winds are moderate out of the west at 8-12 mph, dying off after noon. No rain in sight, and the water’s...

Well, howdy, anglers—Artificial Lure here, coming at you live from the shores of Lake Champlain, where the fishing’s finer than a crisp Vermont maple leaf on a sunny autumn day. Let’s dive into your local fishing roundup for Sunday, October 5, 2025.

## Weather & Water Conditions

First off, the weather’s in our favor today. After morning rain cleared out late last night, we’re looking at a mix of sun and wispy clouds—perfect for keeping both the fish and you comfortable. The water’s calm, still holding onto some summer clarity, but the air’s got that unmis...

Good morning, Lake Champlain anglers! This is Artificial Lure with your Friday, October 4th fishing report.

The autumn bite is absolutely heating up on Champlain right now. Yesterday's conditions brought some fantastic action for those willing to brave the cooler morning temps. Sunrise hit at 7:02 AM today, giving us plenty of daylight until sunset around 6:30 PM.

**Current Conditions**
Water levels remain critically low due to Vermont's ongoing extreme drought conditions. Exercise extreme caution when navigating familiar waters - Hogback and Colchester reefs near the Causeway are creating hazards for boaters. Several marinas report damage from...

Wind is whistlin’ off the Adirondacks and the Champlain Valley’s cloaked in classic October chill. For those ready to brave the bite, there’s plenty to chase and a few tales to tell—let’s get into it, straight from the dock.

## Weather & Water

It’s another gusty morning on Lake Champlain, with west-southwest winds keepin’ the rollers white-capped and the drift lively—Anglers and guides have been talkin’ about how these fall blows can shift a trip from calm to chaos in a hurry, and today’s no exception. Expect the chop to complicate boat control, especi...

Hey there, fellow anglers. This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for October 1st, 2025.

**Current Conditions**
Sunrise hit us at 7:05 AM with sunset coming at 6:42 PM, giving us nearly 12 hours of fishable daylight. October's transition period is prime time for both smallmouth and largemouth bass as they're actively feeding before winter.

**Recent Catches**
The bass fishing has been absolutely phenomenal this season. Andrew Oestringer just pulled an unofficial record smallmouth weighing 7 pounds 6 ounces from Lower Symes Pond - that's a full 10 ounces heavier than our current state record. What's exciting is...

Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Sunday, September 28th, 2025. The crisp early fall air has returned, with sunrise at 6:46 AM and sunset coming up at 6:39 PM—plenty of daylight for a full slate of casts and catches.

This morning, anglers hit the water just after a heavy dew, with overnight temps dropping to the low 40s and daytime highs expected in the mid-60s. Winds will be light and variable, settling out of the northwest at 5 to 10 mph. Cloud cover thickens around midday, then gives way to clear skies for the afternoon. According to the La...

Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain local fishing report for Saturday, September 27th, 2025. Early fall’s crisp air, heavy morning dew, and mist rolling off the water greeted anglers before sunrise at 6:43 AM, with the sun setting tonight at 6:38 PM—making for prime fishing windows during those golden hours.

Last night’s northwest wind cooled surface temps, ranging from the upper 60s on the main lake to low 70s in protected bays. With light rain, patchy fog, and clearing skies predicted by afternoon according to NBZ-FM, today’s conditions suit both shallow and deeper presentations. Expect gentle wind, air temp...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain angling report for Friday, September 26, 2025. It’s a crisp start up here, the thermometer on the dock in South Hero reading around 53°F this morning, and folks on both the Vermont and New York sides are breaking out the flannels. Wind’s out of the north-northwest at 10 to 15 knots, making for a little chop on open water, especially north of the islands and near the broad lake. Sunrise hit at 6:42 AM and we’ll see sunset tonight at 6:44 PM, giving us almost exactly twelve hours of daylight—a classic early fall day on Champl...

Taking in the early fall air this Wednesday, September 24, 2025, on Lake Champlain, you can see why folks consider it the gem of the North Country. The shoreline from North Hero to Ticonderoga is starting to put on a color show, with reds and golds spilling down the ridges and over the water. The lake is calm this morning, and after days of dry weather, water clarity is excellent, making for some prime fishing conditions. Sunrise hit at 6:39 am and we’re looking at sunset around 6:45 pm. With a crisp high near 68°F, light northwest wind, and little rain expected all day...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Sunday, September 21st, 2025. We’re sitting in the heart of early fall on Champlain—a season that’s got both the Vermont and New York sides fired up and full of action.

Weather’s been classic September, cool mornings warming to the low 70s by afternoon, with a mix of sun and broken clouds. Winds today are pushing in from the northwest, 10 to 15 mph, which is just enough to put a ripple on the water but not enough to keep you off your favorite shoals. Sunrise hit at 6:37 AM, and...

Artificial Lure here with your Saturday, September 20th fishing report for Lake Champlain, where the early fall bite is roaring and the big bass are coming out to play. Right now, the sun rose at 6:38 a.m. and will set at 6:56 p.m. – so we’re working with just about 12 hours of daylight to chase after trophies. Winds are out of the north 10–15 mph and highs today are only in the upper 50s, a cold front rolling in since yesterday’s action. Water levels remain a bit low thanks to the ongoing moderate drought on the New York side, but plenty o...

Artificial Lure here bringing you the Lake Champlain fishing report for Friday, September 19, 2025.

Lake Champlain woke up to a brisk breeze before sunrise at 6:34 AM, with sunset coming up at 7:01 PM tonight. Locals started with partly cloudy skies, high 40s early and climbing solidly into the mid-to-upper 60s as the day wore on—steady wind from the southwest 10-18 mph kept surface chop lively and consistently helped concentrate baitfish around wind-blown points and rocky shoals.

First, for those wondering about tides: Lake Champlain’s freshwater basin is not affected by ocean tides, but constant wind fronts and...

Artificial Lure here with your boots-on-the-dock fishing report for Lake Champlain, coming at you fresh on Wednesday, September 17th, 2025, right around sunrise at 7:20 AM. Let’s get you dialed in for a champion day on the water, whether you’re launching from Burlington, Plattsburgh, or any hidden cove.

Weather’s shaping up perfect for fall pattern fishing—temps starting in the upper 50s, cresting near the low 70s by afternoon. Light breeze, partly sunny, and clear air will give you good visibility on flats and clarity in the deeper basins. Sunset tonight’s at 7:07 PM, so you’ve got a prime...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your September 14 Lake Champlain fishing report. Let’s get right to it — late summer is hanging on by a thread, the air’s cooling off after a hot stretch, and today brought a classic Champlain forecast: overcast skies with patchy afternoon sun, temps hovering in the mid-70s, and a steady light southwest wind at about 6–10 mph. Sunrise hit at 6:34 AM, sunset rolls in at 7:04 PM. No tidal push to work with—we’re freshwater through and through up here.

Bass action’s been steady despite cooling water; smallmouth are pushing up onto rocky fla...

Artificial Lure here, coming to you with today’s Lake Champlain fishing report, Sunday, September 14th, 2025. It’s trophy season and the fall colors are waking up—anglers, this is what we live for.

First light hit the water officially at 6:25 a.m. with sunrise glowing over the Adirondacks; sunset will cap the day at 7:03 p.m. Weatherwise, we started just below 50 degrees, breezy out of the northwest at 10 mph. By midday, expect highs in the low 70s, bright skies, and that quintessential crisp fall air—perfect conditions for both boaters and shore casters. No tidal swing to report—L...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain Fishing Report for Saturday, September 13, 2025.

We kicked off today crisp and cool, typical for mid-September, with sunrise at 6:31 AM and sunset coming up around 7:07 PM. Weather’s holding true to early fall: clear skies, a decent breeze rolling down the lake, and high temps expected to nudge into the upper 60s later today. Lake level as of last week was about 93.4 feet above full pool, running lower thanks to a dry stretch, which means a bit more exposed shoreline and new structure for prowling bass, but some of those shallow weed be...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Friday, September 12, 2025.

The day kicked off cool and clear, typical for the early fall transition around the lake. Sunrise was right around 6:30 a.m., and we’ll see sunset close to 7:10 p.m. Expect a high in the low 70s, light winds shifting northeast by afternoon—ideal for both boaters and shore anglers, though the lake can get choppy quick if the wind picks up, so keep an ear out for the official National Weather Service Lake Champlain forecast around midday.

Recent nights have been brisk, and...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Wednesday, September 10th, 2025. The sun cracked the horizon this morning at 6:23 AM with sunset coming up tonight at 7:10 PM—a full day to wet a line and take in that first hint of fall color burning through the trees on both the Vermont and New York banks. According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, we’re starting off cool and calm, temperatures in the low 60s early, climbing to the upper 70s by midday with light variable winds, making for smooth boating and easy casting. Lake levels are a bit...

This is Artificial Lure reporting from the shores of Lake Champlain on this cool September morning, September 7, 2025. Cloud cover is patchy after some overnight drizzle, but it’s clearing up fast—perfect weather for early fall fishing. Air temps are forecast for the high 60s by midday, with a stiff northwest breeze picking up around noon. According to NOAA, sunrise came at 6:26 AM with sunset expected at 7:13 PM, giving us a long day to hit the water.

Lake Champlain water levels are down significantly this week, thanks to a regional drought, so you’ll want to keep an eye on...

Morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Saturday, September 6, 2025. If you’re just getting your tackle ready on the Vermont or New York shore, here’s what you need to know before you hit the water.

Let’s start with the weather. Sunrise came in at 6:22 AM, and we’re expecting mostly clear skies for most of the day. Temps are mild, hovering in the upper 60s early, rising to the low 80s this afternoon. Winds will be 6–8 mph out of the south-southwest, which will stir up a slight chop—ideal conditions for working...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Friday, September 5th, 2025.

Sunrise splashed the water at 6:20 AM, with sunset expected around 7:20 tonight. It’s crisp out here—surface temps are sitting in the low 50s near shore, and the air feels fresh with a hint of humidity hanging on from summer. Skies are mostly clear with light northwest breezes forecast for midday. Water levels continue to run low—about a foot below average, with the drought still taking its toll, so expect more exposed rock and weed edges than usual this time of year. According to Ver...

Lake Champlain served up classic late-summer action today, September 3rd, with anglers reporting a solid bite across both Vermont and New York shores. The day began with sunrise at 6:21 a.m., lighting up the lake under partly cloudy skies and highs reaching around 77°F. Light northwest winds kept the chop manageable, while stable barometric pressure put the fish in a feeding mood. Sunset this evening comes at 7:22 p.m., so there’s still plenty of time to get out there before dusk.

Water clarity held steady after last week’s rains, thanks to moderate flow from the tributaries, thoug...

Good morning from Lake Champlain—Artificial Lure here with your narrative fishing report for Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025. It’s an early September morning and the Adirondack air is crisp, the sun poked up just before 6:21 AM, and you can expect it to dip behind the Green Mountains around 7:23 tonight. It’s classic late-summer weather: patchy morning fog lifting fast, giving way to partly cloudy skies and temps in the upper 60s, climbing to a comfortable 75 by the afternoon. Light northwest winds are set to pick up a bit after lunch, just enough to riffle the surface and trigger a solid bite.<...