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Maine Fishing Report: Stripers, Groundfish, and Freshwater Action Heating Up

Maine Fishing Report: Stripers, Groundfish, and Freshwater Action Heating Up

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 Hey there, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Maine fishing report for this fine Saturday morning, May 24th, 2025.

The stripers have finally started making their way across the Massachusetts border and are trickling into our southern Maine waters. Not a full run yet, but enough to get excited about. If you're looking to hook into some bass, now's the time to start paying attention.

Offshore, the groundfishing remains excellent around Jeffrey's Ledge and Platt's Bank. Recent reports show a steady pick of haddock, with some boats landing impressive numbers. One charter last week reported a haul including seventy-one cusk, a halibut, six redfish, and even a 5-pound pollock. That's a cooler-filler day right there!

Speaking of halibut, remember the season opened on May 18th and runs through June 13th. But keep in mind there's no fishing for halibut on Wednesdays or Thursdays in Maine territorial waters, and you need to tag them immediately. Don't forget your Saltwater Recreational Fishing Registry if you're heading out.

In freshwater, the smallmouth action has been heating up with the fish moving into the shallows. They've been hitting jerk baits and swim baits aggressively. Over at Sebago and Ossipee, salmon fishing remains strong, while Winnipesaukee has been producing both salmon and lakers.

For you largemouth enthusiasts, the season's officially kicking off with the warmer temperatures. Big lures are working well in the lakes across the state.

Hot spots this weekend? I'd recommend trying the rivers throughout Great Bay where river herring have been surging. For groundfish, Southern Jeffrey's Ledge has been consistently productive. If you're sticking to freshwater, the Merrimack and Nashua Rivers have been giving up some nice pike, bass, and panfish.

Bait-wise, fresh mackerel or herring chunks are working great for groundfish. For stripers, try fresh chunks or live mackerel if you can get them. Artificials like white or chartreuse bucktails with soft plastic trailers are starting to produce as well.

With Memorial Day right around the corner, the 2025 fishing season is really hitting its stride. Today's weather looks favorable with moderate winds, making it a good day to get out on the water.

Remember to check your tide charts before heading out. High tide's coming in mid-morning with a decent exchange that should get the fish moving.

That's all for now, folks. This is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and good fishing to you all. See you on the water!
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