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Lake Champlain's Winter Fishing Bounty: Smallmouth, Trout, and Perch Await
- 2024/12/19
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As of December 19, 2024, the fishing scene on Lake Champlain is quite inviting despite the winter conditions. Here’s what you can expect today from a local’s perspective.
The weather is chilly, with temperatures hovering around the mid-20s to low 30s Fahrenheit. Expect partly cloudy skies with a moderate wind, making the water surface a bit choppy but manageable for ice-free areas. Sunrise today is at around 7:29 AM, and sunset will be at about 4:04 PM.
For tidal information, although Lake Champlain is a freshwater lake and does not have significant tidal changes, here are the water level fluctuations: The high tide was at 00:28 AM with a height of 1.84 meters (6.04 feet), followed by a low tide at 9:54 AM with a height of 1.09 meters (3.58 feet). The next high tide is at 1:03 PM with a height of 1.47 meters (4.82 feet), and the final low tide of the day is at 8:31 PM with a height of 1.08 meters (3.54 feet).
Fish activity on Lake Champlain remains robust even in winter. Smallmouth bass are particularly active, especially in the deeper waters and structural areas like rock piles and drop-offs. Yesterday saw a lot of activity from smallmouth bass, with some catches reaching up to 4 pounds. Trout and salmon are also active, especially in the deeper areas and near the river mouths. Yellow perch are active as well, particularly in early winter and early spring when warm water species are less active.
For smallmouth bass, use lures that mimic their natural prey such as crankbaits, jigs, and soft plastics. For lake trout, jigging or trolling with spoons and smelt-imitating lures are highly effective. For yellow perch, small jigs tipped with minnows or worms work well.
Some of the best spots include the northern half of the lake for smallmouth bass, particularly around structural areas like rock piles and drop-offs. For lake trout, the middle section of the main lake, from roughly Westport to Cumberland Head, is highly recommended. Bulwagga Bay near the south end of the lake is a popular spot for yellow perch during this time.
Overall, Lake Champlain offers a vibrant fishing scene even in the winter months, with a variety of species to target and plenty of hot spots to explore. Always prioritize safety, wear a PFD, check the weather forecast, and let someone know your plans and expected return time.
The weather is chilly, with temperatures hovering around the mid-20s to low 30s Fahrenheit. Expect partly cloudy skies with a moderate wind, making the water surface a bit choppy but manageable for ice-free areas. Sunrise today is at around 7:29 AM, and sunset will be at about 4:04 PM.
For tidal information, although Lake Champlain is a freshwater lake and does not have significant tidal changes, here are the water level fluctuations: The high tide was at 00:28 AM with a height of 1.84 meters (6.04 feet), followed by a low tide at 9:54 AM with a height of 1.09 meters (3.58 feet). The next high tide is at 1:03 PM with a height of 1.47 meters (4.82 feet), and the final low tide of the day is at 8:31 PM with a height of 1.08 meters (3.54 feet).
Fish activity on Lake Champlain remains robust even in winter. Smallmouth bass are particularly active, especially in the deeper waters and structural areas like rock piles and drop-offs. Yesterday saw a lot of activity from smallmouth bass, with some catches reaching up to 4 pounds. Trout and salmon are also active, especially in the deeper areas and near the river mouths. Yellow perch are active as well, particularly in early winter and early spring when warm water species are less active.
For smallmouth bass, use lures that mimic their natural prey such as crankbaits, jigs, and soft plastics. For lake trout, jigging or trolling with spoons and smelt-imitating lures are highly effective. For yellow perch, small jigs tipped with minnows or worms work well.
Some of the best spots include the northern half of the lake for smallmouth bass, particularly around structural areas like rock piles and drop-offs. For lake trout, the middle section of the main lake, from roughly Westport to Cumberland Head, is highly recommended. Bulwagga Bay near the south end of the lake is a popular spot for yellow perch during this time.
Overall, Lake Champlain offers a vibrant fishing scene even in the winter months, with a variety of species to target and plenty of hot spots to explore. Always prioritize safety, wear a PFD, check the weather forecast, and let someone know your plans and expected return time.