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  • Stripers Heating Up the Hudson River - May 24, 2025 Fishing Report

    Stripers Heating Up the Hudson River - May 24, 2025 Fishing Report
    May 24 2025
    HUDSON RIVER FISHING REPORT - MAY 24, 2025

    Hey there anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Saturday morning fishing report for the Hudson River and surrounding NYC waters.

    The big news this week is the striped bass action is really heating up! We've got a mixed bag of stripers in the river right now. Some isolated pods of big females are already spawning in the Hudson, while plenty more are still running up from the Raritan as we speak[1]. Expect this run to continue strong over the next week or two.

    The schoolies that were in the Hudson earlier this month have started to drop back downriver, making way for some trophy-class fish. If you're looking to hook into some bigger bass, now's your time to get out there. Those post-spawn Chesapeake fish we've been waiting for are likely moving along the beaches of Long Island and New Jersey by now, similar to patterns we've seen in recent years[4].

    Bait-wise, river herring are the main menu item for these stripers. They're colliding with bass in spectacular fashion about 150 miles upriver from the city[2]. For artificial options, I'd recommend shallow-diving metal lips, especially if you're fishing the falling tide around those shallow mud flats. The afternoon sun warming those flats has been producing consistent action[4].

    For those looking to present bigger baits in the river and salt marshes, focus on mimicking those herring. Adult bunker have also started to show up in the back bays, so bunker imitations can work well too.

    Hot spots this weekend: Check out the areas around Haverstraw Bay where the river widens and slows down – perfect for those spawning stripers. Also, the stretch near Croton Point has been productive for anglers working the deep channels adjacent to the flats.

    Weather-wise, we've got the May full moon approaching, which should trigger even more movement[1]. This moon phase combined with warming temperatures makes for prime fishing conditions. With the tides running stronger than usual due to the approaching full moon, plan your outings around slack tides for easier fishing.

    Remember folks, these big spawning females are the future of our fishery, so handle with care and consider practicing catch and release with the larger breeders.

    That's all for now from the Hudson. This is Artificial Lure signing off – tight lines and see ya on the water!
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  • Hudson River Fishing Report: Stripers, Blues, and Tide Tactics for Late May 2025

    Hudson River Fishing Report: Stripers, Blues, and Tide Tactics for Late May 2025
    May 23 2025
    Good morning anglers this is Artificial Lure with your Hudson River fishing report for Friday May 23 2025 covering New York City and nearby waters.

    We kicked off the morning with a sunrise at 530 am and can expect sunset around 815 pm tonight. The weather today is classic late May with mild temps in the mid 60s to low 70s a light breeze from the south and broken clouds. Expect the river to be a little choppy with a soft south wind—not bad for casting from shore or boat.

    Tidal movement is on our side today with incoming tides peaking mid morning and a solid outgoing by late afternoon. Plan your best fishing around these changes as that’s when the fish have been most active.

    Striped bass action is still in full swing and reports from earlier this week show the bite holding strong. Anglers are landing a mixed bag of schoolies and slot-size stripers with several reports of 30 inch plus fish caught north and south of the George Washington Bridge. Fish are moving back downriver post spawn but there are still solid pods near the mouth and up by Tappan Zee Bridge. Bluefish are also mixed in especially around the estuary and bridge pilings.

    For lures try tossing soft plastics on jigheads and shallow-diving plugs early in the morning. As the sun gets higher poppers and topwater walkers can trigger aggressive hits. Natural bait is hard to beat—fresh or live bunker (menhaden) is the top pick right now but bloodworms and sandworms are drawing bites too especially with slower moving tides.

    Today some of the best spots to set up are the areas around Tappan Zee Bridge for both shore and boat anglers. Closer to Manhattan the park piers around Hudson River Park offer easy access and a chance at a mixed bag. If you’re looking to chase bigger stripers push uptown toward Inwood or even north toward Yonkers where moving water and bait schools are keeping fish on the feed.

    To sum it up stripers are still the main prize with bluefish as a bonus. Use soft plastics diving plugs topwater lures and bunker or worms for bait. Fish the tide change and focus on bridges and creek mouths.

    That’s all for now. Tight lines and good luck out there on the Hudson today—this is Artificial Lure signing off.
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  • Excellent Hudson River Striped Bass Fishing in Full Swing for 2025 Season

    Excellent Hudson River Striped Bass Fishing in Full Swing for 2025 Season
    May 21 2025
    HUDSON RIVER FISHING REPORT - May 21, 2025

    Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your mid-week Hudson River fishing update.

    The striped bass run is in full swing right now, with excellent action throughout the river. Those big females that were moving up from Raritan Bay in late April have now established themselves in the Hudson, and we're seeing a healthy mix of both spawned-out Chesapeake fish and our resident stripers[1][2]. The migration map shows concentrations from the harbor all the way up past Kingston, with particularly strong numbers around the Tappan Zee.

    Tides today show a high at 10:23 AM with a second high at 10:47 PM. You'll want to hit that outgoing tide when those stripers get more aggressive. Sunrise was at 5:32 AM and sunset will be at 8:17 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to work with. Weather-wise, we're looking at partly cloudy skies with temps around 72°F and a light southwest breeze at 5-8 mph - perfect fishing conditions!

    Bunker schools have been thick throughout the system, and that's your key to finding the big girls. Most locals are reporting 20-30 pound class fish, with some monsters over 40 pounds being landed around the deeper channels. Silver sides and herring are also on the menu for these hungry bass[2].

    Lure selection has been straightforward - those shallow-diving metal lips are absolutely crushing it during the falling tide, especially around mud flats with some sun on them[2]. Bunker spoons and swim shads in the 6-8 inch range have been productive in the deeper channels. For bait fishermen, fresh bunker chunks or live herring are your ticket to success.

    Hot spots this week include the flats near Croton Point Park, where schoolie bass have been stacked up feeding on the abundant baitfish. The channel edges near Yonkers have been giving up some true trophies during the first two hours of the outgoing tide. If you're in the city proper, the structure around the GW Bridge has been holding quality fish, particularly on the New Jersey side near the piers.

    Word from some of the regulars is that this 2025 season is shaping up to be one for the record books, with multiple age classes present throughout the system[4]. The podcast "Hudson River Daily Fishing Report" also mentioned exceptional activity this past week[5].

    Don't forget your circle hooks if you're bait fishing - it's required for stripers! And remember to wet those hands before handling any fish you plan to release.

    That's your report for today, May 21st. This is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and see you on the water!
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  • Hudson River Striper Blitz - Hot Bites & Trophy Tussles

    Hudson River Striper Blitz - Hot Bites & Trophy Tussles
    May 19 2025
    Howdy there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River fishing report for Monday, May 19, 2025.

    Let me tell ya, it's prime time on the Hudson right now! The striper run is in full swing, with fresh fish moving in from down south as some of the Raritan Bay bass have headed upriver to spawn. We're seeing a nice mix of schoolie-size stripers all the way up to trophy-class fish over 40 inches, especially around the river mouths and inlet areas.

    Today's looking pretty decent weather-wise—partly cloudy with temps in the mid-60s. Sunrise was at 5:36 AM and sunset will be at 8:13 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to wet your lines. We've got a high tide around noon with the outgoing starting mid-afternoon, which should get those stripers feeding aggressively.

    The past week has been gangbusters for striped bass, with most anglers reporting multiple hookups using fresh bunker chunks, especially during the tide changes. Some real nice blues have been mixing in too, running in and out with the tides near the inlets. They're hammering anything shiny you throw their way.

    For you artificial fanatics (my kind of people!), white and chartreuse paddle tails on 1-2 oz jigheads have been deadly, particularly the 6-7" sizes. Don't sleep on the topwater action either—early mornings have seen some explosive strikes on Spooks and poppers worked around the bait schools.

    If you're bait fishing, fresh bunker chunks or live herring are your best bet. The bunker pods are thick this year, and the big bass are keyed in on them. Get yourself some circle hooks and fresh bait, and you'll be in business.

    Hot spots this week include the area around the George Washington Bridge, especially the New Jersey side near the piers. Battery Park has been producing consistent action during the incoming tide. For those willing to venture a bit north, the Tappan Zee area has been yielding some monster bass in the 30-40 pound class.

    For something different, fluke fishing has also picked up with a decent mix of shorts and keepers. The sea bass season just opened this weekend too, so plenty of options if the striper bite slows down.

    Word is the bluefin tuna are even blowing up on nearshore bunker pods for those looking to head out front a bit.

    Don't forget your permits, folks—DEC officers have been checking. Slot limit remains in effect for stripers, so measure them fish!

    That's the word from the water today. Get out there while the getting's good! This is Artificial Lure signing off—tight lines and see ya on the water!
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  • Hudson River Stripers, Blues, and Bunker Bonanza for NYC Anglers

    Hudson River Stripers, Blues, and Bunker Bonanza for NYC Anglers
    May 18 2025
    Hudson River Fishing Report for New York City, May 18, 2025

    Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your fresh Hudson River report for Sunday, May 18, 2025.

    We’re right in the heart of the spring season and the bite is hot with both resident and migratory fish putting on a show. This past week we’ve seen continued movement of big striped bass up the river as the post-spawn run ramps up. In the city stretches and a bit upriver, the action has been steady, with fish in the 28 to 40 inch range showing up on both boat and shore lines. Schoolie stripers are common, but a few trophy fish have been landed, especially after sunrise on the outgoing tide. The Tappan Zee Bridge area has been productive, both from boats and from shore, while the Hudson River Park in Manhattan is drawing families and casual anglers catching smaller bass and the occasional bluefish[1][5].

    Today’s high tide is around 10:30 am and low tide will be closer to 4:40 pm, so the best action should be early morning into mid-morning, and again late afternoon as the water moves – that’s when those stripers really light up[1][4]. Sunrise was at 5:35 am, and sunset will be about 8:09 pm, giving you a long window to work the banks and piers.

    The bunker schools are thick in the river right now and that’s drawing predators in. Matching the hatch is key – big soft plastic shads, bunker spoons, mojo rigs, and umbrella rigs are all working well, especially for boaters trolling in the 30 to 40 foot range. From shore, try a chunk of fresh bunker or bloodworms on a fishfinder rig, or sling a big paddle tail if you like working lures[2][3]. For fly anglers, bigger streamers that imitate herring or bunker will get hit if you put them in the current seams.

    Aside from stripers, a few bluefish have shown up, mainly in the Tappan Zee and south to the estuary. Catfish and white perch are being caught in the quieter stretches and backwaters, especially on cut bait. Fluke have started slowly, mostly shorts with a couple of keepers reported, but the action should improve as the water warms up in the next week[2].

    For hot spots, focus on the Tappan Zee Bridge area for stripers and blues, and check out Hudson River Park piers at dawn for a mix of action right in the city[5]. Troy Dam upriver is a classic spot for targeting big stripers, if you’re up for the drive.

    Today’s weather is partly cloudy with temps reaching the low 70s, a gentle southerly breeze and no chance of rain, making for perfect fishing conditions.

    That’s your Hudson River update – tight lines, and I’ll see you on the water!
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  • Hudson River Stripers Red Hot as Trophy Sized Fish Arrive

    Hudson River Stripers Red Hot as Trophy Sized Fish Arrive
    May 17 2025
    HUDSON RIVER ANGLING OUTLOOK - Saturday, May 17, 2025

    Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your weekend fishing report for the Hudson River and surrounding NYC waters.

    The striped bass action continues to be red hot on the Hudson! We're right in the prime of the 2025 season with both resident fish and migrating monsters providing excellent opportunities. The first week of charter reports showed impressive catches starting back on April 17, and the action has only intensified since then[1].

    Tidal movement today will give us a falling tide through mid-morning, which is perfect for working those shallow mud flats where stripers are actively feeding. Water temps are in that sweet spot in the low 60s, making these fish aggressive and hungry.

    Sunrise was at 5:38 AM with sunset coming at 8:12 PM, giving us plenty of daylight hours on the water. Weather-wise, we're looking at partly cloudy skies with temps reaching the mid-70s and light southwest winds around 5-10 mph - practically perfect fishing conditions!

    The big news is those trophy-class stripers that have moved into our waters. Many of the large females have completed their spawn and are feeding aggressively as they head back downriver[4]. These post-spawn fish are hungry and hitting hard! We're seeing a mix of sizes, but plenty of quality fish in the 30-inch class with some true monsters mixed in.

    For bait, fresh bunker chunks are producing well, especially during slack tide periods. Live herring are absolute dynamite if you can net some - the river herring run is colliding with the stripers about 150 miles upriver from the city, creating spectacular fishing opportunities[3]. If you're throwing artificials, shallow-diving metal lips are producing well, especially on the falling tide around those mud flats[5]. Don't overlook those larger soft plastics in white or chartreuse.

    Hot spots this weekend include the areas around Croton Point Park, where fish are staging near deeper channels, and the stretch between the Tappan Zee Bridge and Yonkers. The Battery Park area is also producing some quality fish for anglers working the structure during tide changes.

    Remember that smaller male stripers set up first in the spawning areas, with the big females moving through as they finish spawning[5]. This creates a fantastic mix of fish sizes and aggressive feeding patterns.

    While you're focused on stripers, don't ignore the excellent fluke fishing that's developing in our area too. Many anglers are reporting decent keeper ratios, especially over sandy bottom areas[4].

    That's it for today's report. Remember to respect the resource, practice safe catch and release, and enjoy these amazing spring fishing opportunities. This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines, everyone!
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  • Striped Bass Bonanza on the Hudson River - Massive Springtime Runs and Trophy Catches

    Striped Bass Bonanza on the Hudson River - Massive Springtime Runs and Trophy Catches
    May 16 2025
    Good morning fellow anglers, this is Artificial Lure reporting from the Hudson River on this fine Friday, May 16th, 2025.

    Today kicked off with sunrise at 5:36 AM and sunset coming up at 8:08 PM. The weather is shaping up to be a classic mid-May day in New York City—mild temperatures in the low 60s early, warming towards the mid-70s later, with light winds and partly cloudy skies. The river’s flowing strong, with a steady outgoing tide for much of the morning, making those current seams especially fishy.

    The striped bass bite continues to be outstanding up and down the Hudson. Reports from charters and locals alike show that both keeper-sized stripers and some real trophies are being caught, especially in the reaches from lower Manhattan up past Poughkeepsie. Just this week, multiple boats reported landing solid numbers of stripers in the 20 to 35 pound range. The post-spawn run is in full swing, and these fish are hungry as they move back downriver towards the New York Bight[1][2][3].

    Baitfish are stacked up: river herring and adult bunker are thick, and the stripers are keyed in on them. Best lures right now are large soft plastic swimbaits on jigheads, paddle tails in white or bunker patterns, and shallow-diving plugs. Topwater action is picking up, too—walk-the-dog style lures like spooks have been effective at first light and again just before sunset[3][5]. If you prefer bait, live herring and fresh bunker chunks are hands-down the best bets, but bloodworms are still taking fish, especially upriver.

    A couple of hot spots worth targeting today: the area around the George Washington Bridge has been hot for boaters and shore anglers alike, with good current and plenty of bait. Pier 84 near Midtown has also produced some quality fish, especially on the outgoing tide. Up north, the Tappan Zee and Croton Point are seeing steady catches, especially in deeper channels.

    Expect strong fish activity all day with the moving tides, but pay special attention to the change of tide for peak bites. The outgoing tide in the morning and the start of the incoming this afternoon both look promising. Remember to keep your gear sturdy—a lot of these post-spawn bass are full of fight.

    Tight lines to everyone out today. Keep your drags smooth, cast around those bait schools, and you just might hook into the fish of a lifetime on the Hudson this weekend.
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  • Hudson River Fishing Report: Striped Bass, Bluefish, and More on the Bite

    Hudson River Fishing Report: Striped Bass, Bluefish, and More on the Bite
    May 14 2025
    Good morning from the Hudson River, this is Artificial Lure with your fishing report for May 14, 2025. The sunrise graced the skyline at 5:39 am and will set tonight at 8:06 pm, giving anglers a generous window to get lines wet. Weather today is classic New York spring: expect temps in the low 60s early, climbing into the mid 70s by afternoon, with light westerly breezes and patchy clouds—ideal conditions for a day on the river.

    Tidal movement is right on track for steady fishing action, with an early morning outgoing tide switching to incoming by late morning, pushing bait and hungry predators closer to the banks.

    The main event right now is the striped bass run. Reports across the river confirm a solid mix of schoolies and larger stripers, with fish commonly running in the low 20-inch range but a healthy number stretching over 35 inches. Anglers are catching fish from shore and boat, with the outgoing tide producing best in the early hours and the bite getting a second wind in the evening slack[5][1].

    Top lures continue to be Ned rigs and small paddle tails, fished slow and deep, especially around 15 to 20 feet near the channel edges. White and chartreuse plastics have been getting the most attention. If you prefer natural bait, fresh bunker chunks and live herring are still producing quality fish, mainly around the deeper drop-offs and near current seams where bait is thick[5].

    There are also encouraging sightings of bluefish around the Tappan Zee Bridge stretch, and a few walleye have been reported up toward the Troy Dam. If you are after largemouth or smallmouth bass, head toward the Catskill area for some of the best action this time of year[1].

    For the hot spots: try the area near Tappan Zee Bridge, which has been lively with striper and bluefish action. The Federal and Troy Dams region remains consistent for big stripers and an occasional walleye. If you want a reliable bank spot closer to the city, check out the Hudson River Park—a great setup for families or those looking for a relaxing shoreline session, though the action can be hit-or-miss[1].

    Overall, fish activity is high thanks to a mix of smaller forage—think lots of herring, bunker, and grass shrimp. Keep your presentations subtle and match the hatch for best results. With water temps on the rise, expect the bite to only get better through the week. Tight lines!
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