• Promising Fishing on Lake Erie and Detroit River Despite Winter Conditions

  • Jan 24 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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Promising Fishing on Lake Erie and Detroit River Despite Winter Conditions

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  • As of January 24, 2025, the fishing scene on Lake Erie and the Detroit River is looking promising despite the winter conditions.

    ### Weather and Water Conditions
    The water levels on Lake Erie are currently above their long-term January averages by about 6 inches, and they are expected to remain stable for the month[2]. The weather is chilly, typical for January, but this hasn't deterred anglers from hitting the ice and open waters.

    ### Sunrise and Sunset
    Sunrise today is at around 7:53 AM, and sunset will be at approximately 5:23 PM. These times are crucial for planning your fishing trip, as fish activity often peaks during these transitional periods.

    ### Fish Activity
    Yesterday saw a good amount of activity, particularly for walleye, yellow perch, and steelhead. The walleye have been active in the deeper waters of Lake Erie, while the yellow perch are abundant in the shallower areas and ice fishing spots on Lake St. Clair[1][4].

    ### Types and Amounts of Fish
    Anglers reported catching a significant number of walleye, with some weighing up to 10 pounds. Yellow perch were also plentiful, and steelhead were caught in the Detroit River. Smallmouth bass and other species like whitefish and northern pike were also reported[1][4].

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For walleye, using jigs tipped with minnows or nightcrawlers has been effective. For yellow perch, small jigs with wax worms or maggots are working well. Steelhead are biting on spawn bags and small spinners[1][4].

    ### Hot Spots
    - **Detroit River**: The river continues to be a hotspot for walleye, steelhead, and smallmouth bass. Fishing piers at William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor, and Belle Isle Park are great spots[4].
    - **Sterling State Park on Lake Erie**: This is the only Michigan state park on Lake Erie and offers excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, yellow perch, and other species. The three lagoons within the park are also worth exploring[4].

    Overall, the conditions are favorable, and with the right gear and knowledge of the hot spots, you're likely to have a successful fishing trip on Lake Erie and the Detroit River today.
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