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Spring Stripers Stirring: Early Season Hudson River Tactics and Hot Spots
Today at 7:31 AM

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in the heart of New York City. It's early spring, water temps hoverin' around 42-45 degrees per Cape Gazette reports from late last week, just warmin' up enough to stir the bottom dwellers while stripers wait for that 50-degree mark to really bite.

Tides today at Albany gauge from NOAA show a low of 0.74 ft mid-mornin', slackin' out 'til high around 2 PM—perfect for hittin' the incoming current when fish feed heavy. Weather's crisp, partly cloudy with winds 10-15 knots from the northwest, su...


Early Spring Hudson River Stripers and Catfish - March 28th Fishing Report
Yesterday at 7:30 AM

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in the heart of NYC. It's early spring on the mighty Hudson, and the water's stirrin' with promise as of March 28th, 7:30 AM. Sunrise hit around 6:50 AM, sunset's comin' at 7:15 PM—plenty of daylight to wet a line.

Tides are key this time of year: NOAA Tides & Currents shows a low at 11 AM droppin' to 0.19 ft, high at 4 PM risin' to near 5 ft, then another low overnight. Fish the outgoing for stripers and blues, incoming for cats. Weather's crisp, low 40s with light wi...


Early Spring Stripers and Steelhead: Hudson River Report for March 27th
Last Friday at 7:30 AM

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in the heart of NYC. It's Friday mornin', March 27th, and we're lookin' at a classic early spring setup on the mighty Hudson.

Weather's cloudy with temps hoverin' around 32°F—bundle up, it's chilly out there. Sunrise hit at 6:55 AM, sunset's 7:24 PM, givin' ya a solid 12+ hours of light. Tides at Turkey Point are runnin' steady, peakin' around 3.35 ft today per NOAA predictions—fish the incoming for best action.

Fish activity's pickin' up as waters warm slow. Recent reports show striped bass...


Hudson River Early Spring Striper Bite: GWB Pilings Hot, Water Temps Rising
Last Wednesday at 7:31 AM

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure comin' at ya with your Hudson River NYC fishin' report for March 25th, 7:30 AM. Early spring vibes hittin' the city waters—sunrise was at 7:05 AM, sunset 'round 7:15 PM, givin' ya a solid 12 hours of light. Weather's crisp, highs in the low 40s, light northwest winds 5-10 knots, partly cloudy per local forecasts—perfect for bundlin' up and hittin' the river.

Tides today from NOAA at The Battery: high at 1:45 AM pushed 5.76 feet, low at 7:08 AM dipped to -0.07 feet—fish the outgoing now for best action, then incoming afternoon high 'round 1:04 PM. Water...


Hudson River Striper Bite Heats Up: Post-Winter Schoolies and Tide-Driven Tactics for Monday
Last Monday at 7:31 AM

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' out of NYC. It's Monday, March 23rd, 2026, kickin' off at 7:30 AM—sunrise hit around 7:05 AM, sunset's comin' at 7:15 PM. Weather's crisp, mid-40s with light winds from the northwest, clear skies per NOAA forecasts, perfect for gettin' on the water after that brutal winter.

Tides today: Low at 8:20 AM around the Battery, high at 2:15 PM pushin' 5.8 feet—fish the outgoing from noon for best striper bites, accordin' to On The Water reports. That cold snap helped holdover stripers in the river; On The Water says catch-and-release guys...


Hudson River Stripers: Spring Spawn Season and What You Need to Know
03/22/2026

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Hudson River March 2026: Pre-Spawn Bass Heating Up, Prime Afternoon Bite Window
03/21/2026

# Hudson River Fishing Report – March 2026

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Hudson River fishing report. Let's dive into what's happening on the water this Saturday morning.

**Tidal Conditions**

We're looking at excellent tidal timing today. High tide hit at 1:36 AM at 2.59 feet, and we've got another high coming at 1:35 PM at 3.18 feet. Low tide is at 7:37 AM with just 0.72 feet. The current major bite window runs from 3:18 to 5:18 AM, with a secondary minor bite from 11:27 AM to 1:27 PM. Those afternoon hours are looking prime for getting out there.


Spring Striper Bite Heats Up: Hudson River March Report
03/20/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in the heart of NYC. It's Friday mornin', March 20th, 2026, and spring's knockin' with that slow thaw—perfect time to hit the water before the real crowds roll in.

Weather's lookin' cooperative today: mostly cloudy skies, temps climbin' to around 48°F with light southwest winds at 5-10 knots, keepin' things calm for shore casters and boaters. Sunrise was at 7:07 AM, sunset 7:13 PM—plenty of daylight to chase the bite. Tides are key on the Hudson: high at The Battery around 10:30 AM, low at 4:45 PM, with...


Spring Stripers and Blues Heat Up the Hudson: March Fishing Report
03/18/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in the heart of NYC. It's March 18th, 2026, and we're kickin' off spring with some solid action despite the chill. Sunrise was at 7:05 AM, sunset 'round 7:10 PM—plenty of daylight to wet a line.

Weather's brisk: highs near 45°F, lows in the upper 30s, partly cloudy with light NW winds at 10-15 mph. Water temps hoverin' low 40s, perfect for early movers. Tides today? High at 8:20 AM and 8:45 PM, low at 2:05 PM—fish the outgoing hard, especially last two hours for rips and current break...


Hudson River Stripers Heat Up: March 2026 Spring Bite Guide with Tides and Hot Spots
03/16/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River angling straight outta NYC. It's March 16, 2026, and we're lookin' at a crisp early spring day on the water—temps hoverin' around 45°F with partly cloudy skies, light northwest winds at 5-10 mph, perfect for striper chasin' without gettin' soaked. Sunrise hit at 7:07 AM, sunset's 7:05 PM, givin' ya a solid 12 hours of daylight to wet a line.

Tides from NOAA at Turkey Point show a flood tide buildin' now, peakin' at 3.10 ft around noon, then ebbing strong into the evenin'—fish the incoming for best action as bait gets...


Hudson River Spring Stripers: Early March Bite Report from NYC
03/15/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in the heart of NYC. It's Sunday, March 15th, 2026, 7:30 AM, and we're lookin' at a crisp early spring day. Sunrise hit around 7:05 AM, sunset's comin' at 7 PM—plenty of daylight to wet a line. Weather's cool, highs in the upper 40s droppin' to low 30s overnight, light winds from the northwest, per local forecasts. Tides at George Washington Bridge show high around 6 AM at 4 feet, low at noon pushin' 1 foot, then high again at 6 PM—fish the outgoing for best action, says Tideschart.com.

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Hudson River Spring Fishing: Navigating Tidal Changes and Seasonal Transitions
03/14/2026

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Hudson River Early Spring Striper Run: March 13th Hot Spots and Tactics
03/13/2026

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in the heart of NYC. It's Friday, March 13th, 2026, 7:31 AM, and we're lookin' at a prime early spring day on the water. Weather's callin' for partly cloudy skies, temps climbin' to the mid-50s with a light north breeze—perfect for gettin' lines wet without freezin' your tail off. Sunrise hit at 7:15 AM, sunset's around 7:00 PM, givin' us a solid 12 hours of daylight to chase 'em.

Tides are key on the Hudson this time of year—NOAA reports a high at 3:47 AM pushin' 5.8 feet...


Early March Stripers and Shad: Hudson River Heating Up in NYC
03/09/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right in the heart of NYC. It's early March 9th, 2026, and the river's callin'—sunrise hit around 6:20 AM, sunset 'bout 6:00 PM, givin' ya a solid 11.5 hours of daylight to wet a line.

Weather's crisp, mid-40s with light winds from the southwest, perfect for striper chasin' without freezin' your toes off. Tides per NOAA Tides & Currents: low at 7:20 AM (0.14 ft), high 1:13 PM (1.99 ft), then low 7:13 PM—fish the outgoing for best bites as bait gets flushed.

Fish are wakin' up! Recent reports from Hudson Rive...


Hudson River Stripers and Perch: March Shoulder Season Bite is On
03/08/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River angling straight outta NYC. It's March 8th, 2026, 7:30 AM, and the shoulder season's kickin' in—water's cold but stirrin' with promise.

Weather's crisp: highs around 45°F, partly cloudy skies, light north winds at 5-10 mph—perfect for bundlin' up without freezin' your bait hand off. Sunrise hit at 6:18 AM, sunset's 6:02 PM, givin' ya a solid 11+ hours of light. NOAA Tides & Currents predicts low tide at Beacon around 0.04 ft this mornin', floodin' up by noon—fish the incomin' tide for best action, as currents wake up the bottom dwellers.


Hudson River March Bite: Schoolies, Perch, and the Shoulder Season Awakening
03/07/2026

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in with your Hudson River NYC fishing report.

We’re sliding into that late‑winter, early‑spring shoulder, and the river’s just starting to wake up. Water temps are still cold, so the bite is picky, but the fish that chew are solid.

Tides today on the lower Hudson are running the usual twice‑a‑day cycle: a pre‑dawn low, flooding through the morning, and another ebb pushing out mid‑afternoon into evening. Think of the **last two hours of the incoming** and the **first hour of the outgoing** as your prime wind...


Early March Hudson River Stripers: Low 40s Water, Incoming Tides, Bucktail Jigs
03/06/2026

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in the heart of NYC. It's early March 6th, 2026, and the river's callin' with that crisp pre-spring vibe. Sunrise hit around 6:20 AM, sunset's pushin' 6 PM—plenty of daylight to wet a line. Weather's mild, highs in the low 40s, light winds from the northwest, partly cloudy per local forecasts. Water temps hoverin' low 40s, perfect for striper stirrin'.

Tides today at Riverdale station via NOAA show a high of 4.18 ft around noon, low slack mid-mornin' and evenin'—fish the incomin' for best action, curr...


Early Spring Stripers and Schoolies: Hudson River March Fishing Report
03/04/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in the heart of NYC. It's March 4th, 2026, 8:30 AM, and we're lookin' at a crisp early spring day—temps hoverin' around 35-45°F with light winds from the northwest at 5-10 mph, partly cloudy skies per the latest NOAA forecast. Sunrise was at 6:28 AM, sunset 5:58 PM, givin' us a solid 11.5 hours of light. Tides today: high at 10:2 AM in NYC waters, low around 4:15 PM, then risin' again overnight—perfect for striper chasin' on the incoming.

Fish activity's pickin' up as waters warm to about 42°F. Rec...


Hudson River Late Winter Bass: Pre-Season Prep for the March 1 Opener
02/28/2026

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure comin' at ya live from the gritty banks of the Hudson River in NYC, your go-to guy for all things angling in this concrete jungle. It's February 28, 2026, and we're smack in late winter—cold snaps grippin' tight, but that March 1 striped bass opener's knockin' on the door like a hungry schoolie. Weather's a mixed bag today: chilly highs around 35°F with light winds from the northwest, partial sun breakin' through after a frosty mornin'. Sunrise hit at 6:52 AM, sunset's 5:42 PM—plenty of daylight to chase 'em before the freeze sets in. Tides? NOAA's callin' a low...


Hudson River Fishing Report: Winter Conditions and What's Biting This Week
02/27/2026

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Blizzard Stripers: Post-Storm Hudson River Tactics for February 2026
02/25/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River angling straight outta NYC. It's February 25, 2026, and man, that February North American blizzard just hammered us—winter storm warnings hit the Hudson Valley hard, with blizzard conditions dumping heavy snow from Jersey up through the city, coastal flooding, and gusts near hurricane force along the shores. Tide-forecast.com shows Chelsea Docks hittin' high at about 1:15am and 4pm today, low around 8am and 4pm, perfect for fish huggin' structure on the incoming. Sunrise 'round 6:45am EST, sunset by 5:30pm—short days, so hit it early.

Water's cold, mid...


Hudson River Winter Fishing: Bundle Up for Stripers and Bass in the Blizzard
02/23/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River angling straight outta NYC. It's February 23, 2026, and man, this winter storm's dumpin' snow like crazy—blizzard warnings all over the East Coast per the Post-Gazette, with heavy flakes pilin' up and winds howlin'. Stay warm if you're headin' out, but fishin' from shore's doable if you bundle up. Sunrise was around 6:50 AM, sunset 'bout 5:40 PM, givin' ya solid daylight.

Tides? Movin' strong today—fish the incoming for best action, as currents stir up baitfish. Recent reports from Outdoor News say juvenile striped bass production's droppin' in the Huds...


Hudson River Stripers in the Snow: February Blizzard Fishing Report
02/22/2026

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in the heart of NYC. It's a chilly February 22nd mornin', and we're lookin' at a blustery day with blizzard conditions rollin' in—high winds and up to 2 feet of snow possible, per the latest forecasts. Bundle up if you're headin' out! Sunrise hit around 6:50 AM, sunset 'bout 5:40 PM, givin' ya a solid 10.5 hours of light, but that snow might cut it short.

Tides at Riverdale on the Hudson are prime today: high around 4.14 feet mid-mornin', then droppin' into the outgoing flow by af...


Hudson River Winter Stripers and Perch: Cold Water Tactics for January Success
02/21/2026

# Hudson River Fishing Report

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River update for today.

We're in the thick of winter, and the Hudson's been treating us well. According to recent NYC Hudson River fishing forecasts, stripers and perch are active in this cold winter bite, and conditions have been solid for dedicated anglers willing to brave the chill.

**Tidal Conditions**: We're looking at tidal swings around 4 feet here on the Hudson. Time your trip with the incoming tide—that's when you'll see the best striper activity as baitfish get pushed through the ch...


Striped Bass Bonanza on the Hudson - Artificial Lure's Winter Fishing Report
02/20/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' from the NYC piers to the upriver bends. It's February 20, 2026, 'round 8:30 AM, and we're lookin' at a crisp winter day on the water—temps hoverin' in the low 40s, light north winds at 5-10 knots, partly cloudy skies accordin' to the latest marine forecast. Sunrise was at 6:58 AM, sunset 5:42 PM, givin' us a solid 10+ hours of daylight. Tides at Beacon on the Hudson show a low of -0.08 ft this mornin', with incoming current buildin' through midday—NOAA Tides predicts a strong flood tide pushin' baitfish around, perfect for...


Hudson River Winter Fishing Report: Stripers, Tides, and Lures
02/16/2026

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Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River angling right in the heart of NYC. It's February 16, 2026, crisp winter vibes at 8:29 AM, and we're talkin' tides, bites, and where to wet a line today.

Tides around Alpine on the Hudson show low at 1:34 AM, high at 7:55 AM pushin' 4 feet, low again 2 PM, and evenin' high around 8 PM—perfect for striper chasin' on the flood, per Tide-Forecast.com. Sunrise hit at 7:19 AM, sunset 5...


Frosty Hudson Stripers: NYC Dock Fishing Report for February 15, 2026
02/15/2026

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Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right from the NYC docks. It's February 15, 2026, crisp winter mornin' at 8:30 AM, and we're lookin' at a chilly one—temps hoverin' around 25°F with light snow flurries from that recent cold snap, winds at 10-15 knots out of the northwest per Coast Guard icebreakin' reports in New York Harbor. Sunrise was 7:05 AM, sunset 5:25 PM, givin' ya about 10 hours of light. Tides today: low at midnight...


Romancin' the River: Free Fishin' on the Hudson for Valentine's Weekend
02/14/2026

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Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in the heart of NYC. It's Valentine's Day weekend, and what a time to hit the water—New York's kickin' off its first Free Fishing Weekend today and tomorrow, no license needed, courtesy of the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. Perfect for romancin' the river with your gear.

Weather's lookin' sweet for February: highs pushin' upper 30s to low 40s, a thaw f...


Hudson River Fishing Report: Tides, Stripers, and Techniques for Today
02/13/2026

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February Perch Parade on the Hudson: Tidal Bite, Migratory Action, and Lure Secrets
02/11/2026

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Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in the heart of NYC. It's a crisp February 11th mornin', 'round 8:30, and we're lookin' at partly cloudy skies with temps hoverin' in the low 30s—feelin' like a typical winter bite in the air, no major storms brewin' per local chatter. Sunrise hit about 7 AM, sunset 'round 5:15 PM, givin' ya a solid daylight window before it dips dark.

Tides to...


Hudson River Fishing Report: Stripers and Perch Feeding Aggressively in Cold Water Conditions
02/08/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River fishing report.

We're looking at a solid Sunday morning on the water. According to NOAA tide predictions, we've got high tide at 1:02 AM this morning and low tide coming in around 7:01 AM, so if you're heading out now, you're hitting that low tide window—perfect for sight casting and wading in the shallows around Alpine and the upper Hudson. Sunrise broke around 7:06 AM, so you've got excellent light penetration right now.

The winter bite is firing on the Hudson. Recent reports show stripers and perch are active in...


Fishin' the Hudson: Bundlin' Up for Stripers & Blues on a Chilly February Day
02/07/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' out of NYC. It's February 7th, 2026, 8:30 AM, and we're lookin' at a chilly start with north winds at 5-10 knots today per Tight Lines with Capt. Al Ristori—perfect for bundlin' up and hittin' the water before that gale watch kicks in tomorrow. Sunrise was at 7:05 AM, sunset 'round 5:15 PM, givin' ya a solid 10-hour window. Weather's cold with ice huggin' Manhattan shores from NASA's Earth Observatory pics last week, so watch for slushy patches, but open water's callin'.

Tides today? Usin' NOAA patterns for the re...


Hudson River Ice Fishing Report: Braving the Deep Freeze for Stripers and Perch
02/06/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River angling straight outta NYC. It's February 6th, 2026, and this brutal cold snap's got the river locked in ice in spots, with temps hovering around freezing and northwest winds at 10-15 mph under mostly cloudy skies. Sunrise hit at 7:05 AM, sunset's 5:15 PM—short days, but prime for hardy souls.

Tides today: high at 9:15 AM and 9:45 PM, low at 3:30 AM and 3:45 PM per standard NYC charts—fish the incoming for best action as stripers stage deep.

Fish activity's slow but steady in the deep holes; New York Stat...


NYC Hudson River Fishing Forecast Feb 4, 2026: Stripers, Perch, and More in the Cold Winter Bite
02/04/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in NYC. It's February 4th, 2026, and we're kickin' off the day at 8:30 AM with broken clouds overhead from Hudson River Park reports, light 2 MPH winds out of the NW, and temps hoverin' in the low 30s—bundle up, but it's fishable. Sunrise was at 5:47 AM, sunset 8:17 PM, givin' us a solid 14+ hours of light.

Tides at Hudson NY station via NOAA show a low of -0.93 ft today—slack water soon, then flood tide pushin' in mid-mornin'. Fish are bitin' steady in this cold; rece...


NYC Fishing Report: Stripers Hunkering Down in the Big Freeze
02/02/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River angling straight outta NYC. It's February 2nd, 2026, 8:30 AM, and this bomb cyclone's got the city gripped in bitter cold—temps hoverin' in the low 20s with northwest winds gustin' 10-15 knots, accordin' to the National Weather Service. Sunrise was at 7:05 AM, sunset 'round 5:15 PM, so bundle up, but that wind's droppin' tonight for a fishable tomorrow per Tight Lines reports.

Tides at The Battery? NOAA says low at 1:19 AM (-0.63 ft), high 8:02 AM (6.37 ft), low 2:03 PM, high 8:22 PM—fish the incoming around dawn for best driftin'.


Crisp Winter Fishing on the Hudson: Stripers, Perch, and More Bite Despite the Chill
01/31/2026

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for Hudson River fishin' right here in the heart of NYC. It's a crisp winter mornin' on January 31, 2026, 'round 8:30 AM—sunrise hit at 7:15 AM, sunset's comin' at 5:05 PM, givin' us about 10 hours of light. Weather's holdin' steady: partly cloudy, highs in the low 40s, light northwest breeze at 5-10 mph keepin' things calm on the water. Noaa Tides and Currents shows a low tide slack around 10 AM near The Battery, risin' to a high of 1.25 ft by 10 PM—perfect for fish huggin' the outgoing current early.

River's alive with wint...


Winter Woes: Braving the Hudson's Icy Grip - Angling Insights with Artificial Lure
01/30/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River angling straight outta NYC. It's January 30, 2026, 'bout 8:30 AM, and man, winter's got its claws in deep. Coast Guard's out icebreakin' in New York Harbor and the Hudson thanks to worsenin' ice conditions, so stay sharp if you're launchin'—no hero stuff on frozen slabs.

Weather's brutal: single-digit lows hittin' lately per NJ/DE Bay reports, northwest winds 15-20 knots swingin' west this afternoon from Tight Lines forecast. Dress like you're hittin' the Arctic—layers, thermals, windproof. Sunrise was 'round 7:15 AM, sunset 'bout 5 PM, givin' ya short daylight for...


Icy Hudson, Sparse Bites - Striper Holdovers, Winter Flounder, and Tautog Linger in NYC's Wintertime River
01/28/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to guy for Hudson River angling straight outta NYC. It's a crisp winter morning on January 28, 2026, and that recent Winter Storm Fern has the river lookin' icy in spots—Hoboken Girl reports it froze hard enough last week to walk on in places, first time in over 200 years. Water temps hoverin' low around 35-40°F, keepin' things slow, but we're ice-free enough for hardy souls to fish the edges.

Tides today at The Battery from NOAA Tides & Currents: low at 8:12 AM (-0.61 ft), high 10:24 PM (0.27 ft)—fish the outgoing for best drift. Sunri...


Hudson River NYC Fishing Report: Frigid Temps, Stripers, and Panfish Bonuses
01/26/2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Hudson River NYC fishing report for Monday, January 26th, 8:32 AM. It's a chilly one out there—frigid temps, snow, ice, and sleet hittin' hard across the region, with courts even closed due to the weather, per Mid-Hudson News. Bundle up if you're bravin' it!

Sunrise kicked off around 7:20 AM, sunset 'bout 5:00 PM this time of year. Tides at Alpine on the Hudson show high at roughly 1:30 AM and 1:45 PM, lows at 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM—fish the outgoing for best action, says Tide-Forecast.com.

Fish are slow in this cold snap...


Ideal Conditions on the Hudson River for Stripers, Blues, and More
01/25/2026

# Hudson River Fishing Report - January 25, 2026

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Sunday morning Hudson River report.

We're looking at ideal conditions today on the Hudson. The tide's currently falling this morning with the next low tide hitting around 8:21 AM, so if you're heading out now, you're catching the tail end of that outgoing water—perfect for stripers and blues moving through the channel.

Weather-wise, we're in a cold snap, which is actually working in our favor. Fish are more aggressive in these conditions, and the cold has pushed baitfish toward deeper structure. Bu...