• Ice Fishing Report: Yellow Perch, Bass, and Pike Bite Hot on Lake Champlain

  • Feb 2 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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Ice Fishing Report: Yellow Perch, Bass, and Pike Bite Hot on Lake Champlain

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  • Hello there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on the fishing scene around Lake Champlain for February 2, 2025.

    First off, let's talk about the conditions. Today, the sunrise is at 7:12 AM, and the sunset will be at 4:54 PM. The weather is expected to be chilly, typical for this time of year, so make sure you're bundled up.

    Now, let's dive into the tidal report. For Lake Champlain, which is technically a lake but has some tidal influences, especially in the northern parts, here are the tide times for today. We have a high tide at 12:23 PM with a height of 1.53 meters (5.02 feet), and a low tide at 9:02 AM with a height of 0.84 meters (2.76 feet)[2].

    When it comes to fish activity, this time of year is excellent for ice fishing. The ice cover on Lake Champlain is still solid, especially in the bays at the north and south ends of the lake. Yellow perch are one of the most sought-after species during this season, and they tend to favor mud and muck-bottomed areas, as well as rock piles and reefs[4].

    Recently, anglers have been having great success with yellow perch, catching them in the 8- to 10-inch range, and some even bigger. Bulwagga Bay and Shelburne Bay are hot spots for perch and other species like largemouth bass. For perch, using small jigs or tiny spoons tipped with bait like maggots or small minnows can be very effective. If you're targeting bass, consider using lures like crankbaits or soft plastics in areas with structure like rock piles or weed beds[4].

    Another popular species this time of year is the northern pike. These fish can be found in areas with thick vegetation or near structure. Using larger lures like spoons or tip-ups with bait like smelt or sucker minnows can attract these aggressive predators.

    If you're looking to try your hand at some other species, walleye and lake trout are also present in Lake Champlain. For walleye, try using jigs or live bait in deeper areas, especially around dusk or dawn. Lake trout can be caught using deeper presentations with lures like spoons or flies, particularly in areas with rocky drop-offs.

    In summary, today is a great day to get out on the ice at Lake Champlain. The conditions are perfect for targeting yellow perch, largemouth bass, northern pike, and other species. Make sure to dress warmly, and don't forget to check the ice thickness before heading out. Happy fishing
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