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Windy Fall Fishing on Lake Michigan - Lure Up for Trout, Steelhead, and Bass
- 2024/11/03
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As of November 3, 2024, the fishing scene on Lake Michigan in the Chicago area is quite active despite the cooler weather. Here’s what you need to know for a successful day on the water.
### Weather and Tidal Conditions
The weather is expected to be partly cloudy with a high of around 55°F and a low of 45°F. Winds are moderate, coming from the northwest at about 10-15 mph. Sunrise is at 6:34 AM, and sunset is at 4:43 PM. Tidal changes are minimal on Lake Michigan, but water levels are slightly lower due to recent winds.
### Fish Activity
Yesterday saw a decent amount of fish activity, particularly for lake trout, steelhead, and smallmouth bass. Lake trout are still active near breakwalls and structure, such as the Port of Indiana area, Michigan City breakwall, Gary Light, and East Chicago breakwalls. Steelhead are starting to move into the lower parts of tributaries like Trail Creek and Burns Ditch.
### Catches
Anglers reported catching several lake trout using spoons, blade baits, and deep diving crankbaits. Steelhead were caught on spinners, flies, beads, and single eggs. Smallmouth bass action has been good, especially in deeper and slower wintering areas, with soft plastics, jerkbaits, and live bait being effective.
### Best Lures and Bait
For lake trout, spoons, blade baits, and deep diving crankbaits are recommended. For steelhead, spinners, flies, beads, and single eggs are working well. Smallmouth bass are biting on soft plastics, jerkbaits, and live bait.
### Hot Spots
- **Michigan City Breakwall**: A great spot for targeting lake trout and steelhead.
- **Montrose Harbor**: Known for its smallmouth bass and occasional steelhead catches.
- **Trail Creek**: Though fishing has been slow, it's a good spot for steelhead and a few salmon.
Remember to keep an eye on lake temperatures using the buoys and stream temperatures with the USGS stream flow gauges to optimize your fishing experience. Always pack out your trash and wear your life vests. Enjoy your time on the water
### Weather and Tidal Conditions
The weather is expected to be partly cloudy with a high of around 55°F and a low of 45°F. Winds are moderate, coming from the northwest at about 10-15 mph. Sunrise is at 6:34 AM, and sunset is at 4:43 PM. Tidal changes are minimal on Lake Michigan, but water levels are slightly lower due to recent winds.
### Fish Activity
Yesterday saw a decent amount of fish activity, particularly for lake trout, steelhead, and smallmouth bass. Lake trout are still active near breakwalls and structure, such as the Port of Indiana area, Michigan City breakwall, Gary Light, and East Chicago breakwalls. Steelhead are starting to move into the lower parts of tributaries like Trail Creek and Burns Ditch.
### Catches
Anglers reported catching several lake trout using spoons, blade baits, and deep diving crankbaits. Steelhead were caught on spinners, flies, beads, and single eggs. Smallmouth bass action has been good, especially in deeper and slower wintering areas, with soft plastics, jerkbaits, and live bait being effective.
### Best Lures and Bait
For lake trout, spoons, blade baits, and deep diving crankbaits are recommended. For steelhead, spinners, flies, beads, and single eggs are working well. Smallmouth bass are biting on soft plastics, jerkbaits, and live bait.
### Hot Spots
- **Michigan City Breakwall**: A great spot for targeting lake trout and steelhead.
- **Montrose Harbor**: Known for its smallmouth bass and occasional steelhead catches.
- **Trail Creek**: Though fishing has been slow, it's a good spot for steelhead and a few salmon.
Remember to keep an eye on lake temperatures using the buoys and stream temperatures with the USGS stream flow gauges to optimize your fishing experience. Always pack out your trash and wear your life vests. Enjoy your time on the water