• Lake Champlain Ice Fishing Report: Perch, Walleye, and Lake Trout Await

  • Feb 8 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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Lake Champlain Ice Fishing Report: Perch, Walleye, and Lake Trout Await

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  • Hello there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure here, and I'm excited to share today's fishing report for Lake Champlain, one of our favorite spots in both Vermont and New York.

    As of today, February 8, 2025, the weather is quite chilly, perfect for ice fishing. The sunrise was at around 6:53 AM, and we're expecting the sunset to be around 4:53 PM. This gives us a good window to get out on the ice and catch some fish.

    For those interested in tidal reports, although Lake Champlain is not a tidal body of water, it's worth noting that the water levels can fluctuate slightly due to other factors like wind and precipitation. However, this doesn't significantly impact our ice fishing today.

    The ice cover on Lake Champlain is solid, especially in the bays and northern areas, making it ideal for ice fishing. Recently, anglers have been reporting a good catch of yellow perch, walleye, and lake trout. The perch fishery here is particularly strong, with many anglers catching yellow perch in the 8- to 10-inch range, and some even larger ones.

    If you're heading out today, I recommend checking out Bulwagga Bay near the south end of the lake and Shelburne Bay just south of Burlington. These areas tend to freeze first and are known for their abundant fish populations. For lake trout, focus on the middle section of the main lake, around the areas from Westport to Cumberland Head, where the deep structure is perfect for jigging or trolling.

    In terms of lures and bait, for perch and panfish, small jigs tipped with live bait like worms or minnows work wonders. For lake trout, use deeper jigs or spoons that can reach those 80- to 100-foot depths. Crappie, which are also active during this time, can be caught using small jigs or tiny spoons with a slow and steady retrieve.

    Today's event, the Rack N Reel Ice Fishing Tournament on Lake Memphremagog, although not directly on Lake Champlain, indicates the high fish activity in the region. Anglers participating in such tournaments often report catching Northern Pike, which is also a possibility in Lake Champlain.

    To sum it up, today is a great day to get out on Lake Champlain for some ice fishing. The cold weather, solid ice cover, and active fish make it an ideal time to catch a variety of species. Make sure to dress warmly, bring the right gear, and enjoy the beautiful winter scenery while you're out there.

    Happy fishing, and tight lines
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