Lake Champlain, Vermont/New York Fishing Report Today

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain area fishing report for Tuesday, November 11, 2025—the start of Veteran’s Day and New York’s Free Fishing Day, so no license needed if you want to wet a line today, north or south of the lake. Let’s jump right in.

Sunrise clocked in at 6:39 a.m. and sunset’s coming at 4:31 p.m.—that gives us just about 10 hours to work with, and every hour counts this late in the season. Weatherwise, it’s classic late-fall Champlain: clear skies rolling in after a sharp cold front, overnight lows hovering at or just bel...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Monday, November 10th, 2025. Sunrise landed at 6:39 AM and we're looking at sunset tonight right around 4:33 PM, so there’s a tight autumn window for those magic hours on the water, especially with these crisp mid-November days, according to the Lake Champlain Fishing Report Today on Spreaker.

Weather-wise, it’s a chilly one on both sides of the lake. We’ve got dry, blustery conditions—temperatures at dawn hovered just above freezing, and they're not expected to break the mid-40s. Winds are coming in from the southwest at about 15...

Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Sunday, November 9th, 2025. Sunrise came at 6:39 AM with sunset wrapping up early at 4:34 PM, so keep in mind you’ve got a modest window for pulling in those late fall trophies. The weather out here today is classic November—crisp and chilly, with temps starting in the low 30s this morning and only climbing into the mid-40s by midday. Winds are light out of the southwest, but with water levels lower than normal and the air dry, plan for clear, calm conditions and exceptional visibility on the water, especially around the...

Lake Champlain’s fishing scene this Saturday, November 8, comes alive against the backdrop of an unseasonably mild, dry fall. Wells across Vermont are running dry and the lake itself is at a historic low, making for some tricky boat launches, but the bite’s holding strong where it matters. The morning kicks off with sunrise at 6:38 am and anglers can expect a mostly clear sky with light winds from the south, temp hovering around the high 40s and creeping into mid-50s by mid-afternoon. Sunset’s at 4:33 pm, so plan your casts accordingly.

Fish are shifting with the fallin...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Friday, November 7th, 2025. Sunrise hit at 6:36 am and sunset’s coming at 4:41 pm today. Champlain’s water level is steady and there’s no tidal influence, so focus on wind direction and weather shifts. We woke to brisk, damp air—mid-40s early, climbing to a high in the upper 50s, breezy out of the south at 6-12 mph. The area’s soaked after last night’s heavy rain, but skies are patching with breaks of sun by midday, perfect for chasing active fish in shallow cover.

Recent catches have...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain, Vermont/New York fishing report for Thursday, November 6th, 2025.

It’s a brisk late fall morning here on the big lake, and you can feel the season winding down—but don’t hang up your rods yet. According to the Lake Champlain Daily Fishing Report, the smallmouth are still charging hard along those classic rock points, especially early and late in the day. We’re seeing fierce surface action on calmer mornings, with chunky bronzebacks smashing topwaters and jerkbaits if you find the right spot.

Right now, sunrise was at 6...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Wednesday, November 5th, 2025. Early mornings are downright crisp now, and the big lake greeted anglers today with a chill in the mid 30s at sunrise, warming into the upper 40s by afternoon according to the National Weather Service. Winds out of the northwest at about 10 knots made for a choppy ride on the main lake, but the bite’s been solid if you’re willing to brave the cold.

First off, sunrise hit us at 6:38 AM, with sunset coming at 4:35 PM—short days for folks wanting that late bite...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for November 4th, 2025. It’s a crisp, classic Champlain autumn morning—air temp in the mid-40s, water running cool and clear but dropping with the drought we’ve battled much of the year, as The Waterbury Roundabout recently noted. The lake’s at historic low levels, so pay close attention to exposed structure and shallow transitions.

Sunrise today is just after 6:35 AM and sunset wraps up the day at 4:39 PM. We’re under a waxing crescent moon, and if you’re planning to fish the major bite windows, today’s peak...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Monday, November 3rd, 2025. We’re deep into fall and things have gotten chilly around the lake, but there’s still plenty of action for anglers who know where to look.

Today’s sunrise came in at 6:30 AM with sunset due at 4:37 PM, giving us just about 10 hours of fishing light—don’t forget that early dusk creeps in fast this time of year. Local news from the Waterbury Roundabout notes Vermont's been in a significant drought, so Champlain's water levels are running historically low, which means more structure exposed an...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Sunday, November second, twenty twenty-five. Hope you got your thermos and your woolies, folks—late fall’s crisp air is settled in, water temps are sliding into the high forties and low fifties, and the fish are on the move. If you love the chase, now’s the time.

Sunrise greeted us this morning around six thirty, lighting up misty bays, with sunset expected at five forty-two this evening. The weather is classic Champlain fall—overnight lows dipped near freezing, but we're seeing highs in the low forties by after...

Good morning, anglers – Artificial Lure here with your November 1st fishing report from in and around Lake Champlain, straddling Vermont and New York.

We’re waking up to classic fall weather: brisk air temps in the low 40s climbing into the low 50s by mid-afternoon, with mostly cloudy skies and the tail end of those fiery fall colors hanging on, especially on the Vermont side, as noted by Parade Magazine’s rundown of autumn foliage destinations. Wind out of the northwest at 9 to 12 mph is pushing a little chop across the main lake today, so bundle up, keep that h...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you the latest from the waters of Lake Champlain, straddling Vermont and New York on this brisk October 31st, 2025.

Folks, we kicked off this Halloween morning with a real autumn chill. According to The Weather Channel, expect overcast skies most of the day, light northwesterly winds, and air temps hovering in the mid-40s—not balmy, but it’s putting fish on the move. Sunrise hit at 7:28 AM, and sunset’s coming early, right around 5:47 PM. No tidal movements to worry about here on Champlain, but wind will shape how you approach your favorite spots...

Artificial Lure here, with your October 30th fishing report for Lake Champlain, Vermont and New York. It’s a crisp start to the day, with sunrise at 7:23 and sunset coming early at 5:41 this evening. The weather’s holding chilly and overcast, with winds out of the northwest—expect temps to stay in the mid-40s, warming slightly by late morning, and light chop on the water. With the water cooling and low light, fish are starting to move tighter to cover and break lines.

No tides to track on Champlain, but that drop in barometric pressure has the smallm...

Artificial Lure here on this fine October 29th morning, bringing you the true local rundown from Lake Champlain’s shores and bays. We kicked off at sunrise—officially 7:25 a.m. today, with sunset coming on at 5:46 p.m. According to the National Weather Service, we're looking at a chilly start, low 40s warming just shy of 56°F by afternoon. Winds are light from the west at 7 to 12 knots, giving the lake a little chop perfect for drifting, but not so rough you’ll need to stay tucked behind the breakwalls.

Lake Champlain isn’t tidal, so no true tide char...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for October 28th, 2025. Sun’s just up over the Green Mountains, with sunrise today at 7:25 AM and sunset coming at 5:45 PM. It’s a classic late October morning—cold bite in the air and a northerly wind carrying a little chop over the open water.

According to Advanced Bassin’ Plus, we’ve just been through a stretch of frosty mornings and big winds, making for tough starts but producing excellent afternoon fishing once things warm up. Recent outings saw anglers hammering solid numbers of smallmouth with plenty of those chunky “fo...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Monday, October 27th, 2025. Sunrise hit us right at 7:20 AM, and we’re looking at a classic crisp, late-October morning in the valley—mid-40s at dawn, highs creeping into the upper 50s as the day goes on. Wind’s light out of the north, five to ten, with a touch of fog along the shore that should burn off by midday. Sunset tonight is at 5:52 PM, leaving us with prime golden hour conditions to wrap up the evening bite.

No tides to track on the lake today, but water...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for October 26, 2025. We’re deep into fall, and the bite’s reflecting the quick-changing weather—cold overnight dips are carving fog off the water, and those hungry smallies and lakers are on the move. Today, expect sunrise at 7:21 AM and sunset right about 5:47 PM. The morning saw dense fog, but it’s burning off to reveal mostly cloudy skies, temps climbing from the upper 30s into the low 50s, with a light north breeze that’ll pick up later. Water temps are hovering in the high 40s to low 50s, so dress in l...

Artificial Lure here, coming to you bright and early with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Saturday, October 25th, 2025. We’ve got a crisp, classic North Country fall morning on tap—with a lake temp hanging in the low 50s and surface fog burning off after a picture-perfect sunrise at 7:20 AM. Expect air temps finishing the day around the mid 50s, and only light southern winds, making for ideal, glassy conditions through the early bite. Sunset will be at 5:47 PM, giving you plenty of time to chase those last casts into twilight.

As for tides—while Lake Champlain isn’t...

Artificial Lure here with your Friday, October 24th Lake Champlain fishing report—coming at you from the heart of Vermont and New York’s border waters, right as the sun pokes up at 7:18 this morning and ready to duck behind the Adirondacks by 5:54 this evening.

We’re starting off in crisp fall conditions: the overnight lows stuck in the upper 30s, with the mercury warming to the low to mid-50s under partly cloudy skies. Winds are light from the north-northwest, barely ruffling the bays. No tidal action here, but if you’re planning a full day, expect steady l...

This is Artificial Lure, your source for boots-on-the-ground, rod-in-hand insight from beautiful Lake Champlain, straddling Vermont and New York on this brisk Thursday, October 23rd, 2025.

We’re starting off with the weather—a classic late-October chill has rolled in overnight, with temps hovering in the upper 30s at daybreak, reaching for the high 40s by midday. Expect partly cloudy skies and a steady north-northwest breeze at 10 to 15 mph, making for a brisk but fishable day. Sunrise was at 7:18 a.m. and sunset will fall around 5:55 p.m. No tides to report here, since Champlain isn’t tidal, but water...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Wednesday, October 22, 2025. The North Country served up a crisp, classic Champlain autumn morning—air temps were in the low 40s at dawn, warming to a high just shy of 60 by midafternoon, with a light north breeze keeping things cool. Sunrise eased in at 7:15 AM and we’ll see sunset at 5:58 PM tonight. Surface water temp remains steady in the upper 50s, and after a chilly night, expect fish to stay deep until midmorning.

There’s no tidal movement on Champlain, but these cooling trends and shorter days have defini...

Good morning, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to guide for all things fishing around Lake Champlain. Today, October 21, the sun rises at about 6:55 AM and sets at 5:55 PM. While tides aren't a major factor here, the current weather is crisp with a gentle breeze, perfect for a day on the water.

Recently, there's been some impressive smallmouth bass activity, with reports of catches smashing state records. The best lures for bass right now are soft plastics and crankbaits.

For other species, try using live bait like minnows or worms. Notable catches include trout and walleye, especially...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain, Vermont and New York fishing report for Monday, October 20th, 2025.

Classic autumn air greeted anglers this morning along Champlain—mostly clear skies, a light south-southwest breeze, and air temps climbing out of the upper 40s into the upper 50s by mid-morning. Sunrise came just past 7:10 AM and sunset will be around 6:05 PM today, so if you’re planning an evening bite, keep that narrowing window in mind. Lake Champlain doesn’t get tides, but water is running a bit higher than average after last week’s rains. Water clarity is solid with shi...

This is Artificial Lure with today’s narrative fishing report for Lake Champlain, Vermont and New York, Sunday, October 19th, 2025.

Conditions on the big lake are shaping up for classic autumn fishing. We’re waking to a balmy, crisp morning—mostly clear skies, light south/southwest winds, and comfortable air temps climbing from the high 40s into the upper 50s as the sun rises over the water. According to Zillow’s local property listings, sunrise on this side of the lake hit just after 7:10 AM and sunset tonight will be around 6:05 PM, so plan your trip with daylight in mind...

Artificial Lure here, with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Saturday, October 18th, 2025.

First light broke over the lake right at 7:14 AM, with sunset tonight coming around 6:09 PM. You’ll have about 11 hours of good daylight to wet a line. The sky is partly cloudy, with a few misty pockets lingering in the valleys and temps starting in the low 40s, warming to the upper 50s this afternoon – ideal for fall fishing. Winds are expected to stay calm out of the northwest, 5-8 mph. It’s been a dry stretch for our region, and Vermont Daily Chronicle notes water...

Howdy, anglers. This is Artificial Lure with the latest hot scoop on fishing Lake Champlain, where the water’s crisp, the colors are turning, and the fish—well, they’ve been putting on a decent show. We’re just shy of peak foliage, but the action out here has had its moments.

Sunrise today is a little after 7 a.m., and sunset’s just a tick past 6 p.m. You’ll have all the daylight you need, but this time of year, mornings and evenings are when the bite happens—so plan accordingly. Weather-wise, we’re looking at a clear, cool da...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with today’s Lake Champlain fishing report for October 15th, 2025.

We’ve got a classic, crisp mid-October setup on the lake. Local sunrise is 7:07 AM with sunset at 6:09 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to chase those fall trophies. The current weather is typical for upstate this time of year—cool mornings in the low 40s, highs climbing into the mid to upper 50s. Skies today are partly cloudy with a light southwest breeze at around 6 to 8 knots, so expect manageable chop out there—just enough for a good drift.

Now, abo...

Sun’s just starting to cast golden streaks across the misty expanse of Lake Champlain, and here’s Artificial Lure with a boots-on-the-dock fishing report for Sunday, October 12th, 2025.

Let’s hook into the details, starting with the weather. This morning, the air’s crisp, but there’s not a breath of wind stirring—mirror-flat water right off the bat, perfect for the early rodders. The Lake Champlain, Vermont/New York Daily Fishing Report says the day will be mostly sunny with highs in the mid-60s, so dress in layers—you’ll want to shed a jacket once you get int...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for October 11, 2025.

We’re waking up to a cool fall Saturday, with sunrise rolling in at 7:04 AM and sunset set for 6:13 PM. The weather forecast promises mostly sunny skies, brisk southwest winds around 15-20 mph, and high temps near 61°F—so throw on an extra layer and expect a little chop out there. Water levels across Vermont are low for this time of year, with flow in major rivers about 25% of normal, thanks to the dry spell we’ve been having. That said, Lake Champlain’s depth keeps things steady fo...

Lake Champlain is putting on her classic October show—crisp air, low water, and the leaves just about at their fiery peak along the Vermont and New York shoreline. Today, October 10th, sunrise hit at 6:57 AM, with sunset on tap for 6:13 PM. Winds this morning are light out of the north-northeast around 5 to 7 knots, but should swing more northwest by midday, keeping wave heights down to a gentle 1 to 2 feet—prime conditions for boaters hugging the shoreline or prowling the bays. The National Weather Service is calling for mostly sunny skies and highs rising to the mid-60s by afternoon.

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for October 8, 2025, coming to you bright and early before daybreak. Today’s sunrise in the Burlington-Plattsburgh stretch was at 6:56 AM, with a sunset coming up at 6:19 PM, so you’ve got a solid window for those golden hour bites.

Weather’s the big talk this morning: after a streak of blustery days, we’re starting cool—mid-40s at dawn—and forecasted to warm to the upper 50s by afternoon. Winds are moderate out of the west at 8-12 mph, dying off after noon. No rain in sight, and the water’s...

Well, howdy, anglers—Artificial Lure here, coming at you live from the shores of Lake Champlain, where the fishing’s finer than a crisp Vermont maple leaf on a sunny autumn day. Let’s dive into your local fishing roundup for Sunday, October 5, 2025.

## Weather & Water Conditions

First off, the weather’s in our favor today. After morning rain cleared out late last night, we’re looking at a mix of sun and wispy clouds—perfect for keeping both the fish and you comfortable. The water’s calm, still holding onto some summer clarity, but the air’s got that unmis...

Good morning, Lake Champlain anglers! This is Artificial Lure with your Friday, October 4th fishing report.

The autumn bite is absolutely heating up on Champlain right now. Yesterday's conditions brought some fantastic action for those willing to brave the cooler morning temps. Sunrise hit at 7:02 AM today, giving us plenty of daylight until sunset around 6:30 PM.

**Current Conditions**
Water levels remain critically low due to Vermont's ongoing extreme drought conditions. Exercise extreme caution when navigating familiar waters - Hogback and Colchester reefs near the Causeway are creating hazards for boaters. Several marinas report damage from...

Wind is whistlin’ off the Adirondacks and the Champlain Valley’s cloaked in classic October chill. For those ready to brave the bite, there’s plenty to chase and a few tales to tell—let’s get into it, straight from the dock.

## Weather & Water

It’s another gusty morning on Lake Champlain, with west-southwest winds keepin’ the rollers white-capped and the drift lively—Anglers and guides have been talkin’ about how these fall blows can shift a trip from calm to chaos in a hurry, and today’s no exception. Expect the chop to complicate boat control, especi...

Hey there, fellow anglers. This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for October 1st, 2025.

**Current Conditions**
Sunrise hit us at 7:05 AM with sunset coming at 6:42 PM, giving us nearly 12 hours of fishable daylight. October's transition period is prime time for both smallmouth and largemouth bass as they're actively feeding before winter.

**Recent Catches**
The bass fishing has been absolutely phenomenal this season. Andrew Oestringer just pulled an unofficial record smallmouth weighing 7 pounds 6 ounces from Lower Symes Pond - that's a full 10 ounces heavier than our current state record. What's exciting is...

Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Sunday, September 28th, 2025. The crisp early fall air has returned, with sunrise at 6:46 AM and sunset coming up at 6:39 PM—plenty of daylight for a full slate of casts and catches.

This morning, anglers hit the water just after a heavy dew, with overnight temps dropping to the low 40s and daytime highs expected in the mid-60s. Winds will be light and variable, settling out of the northwest at 5 to 10 mph. Cloud cover thickens around midday, then gives way to clear skies for the afternoon. According to the La...

Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain local fishing report for Saturday, September 27th, 2025. Early fall’s crisp air, heavy morning dew, and mist rolling off the water greeted anglers before sunrise at 6:43 AM, with the sun setting tonight at 6:38 PM—making for prime fishing windows during those golden hours.

Last night’s northwest wind cooled surface temps, ranging from the upper 60s on the main lake to low 70s in protected bays. With light rain, patchy fog, and clearing skies predicted by afternoon according to NBZ-FM, today’s conditions suit both shallow and deeper presentations. Expect gentle wind, air temp...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Champlain angling report for Friday, September 26, 2025. It’s a crisp start up here, the thermometer on the dock in South Hero reading around 53°F this morning, and folks on both the Vermont and New York sides are breaking out the flannels. Wind’s out of the north-northwest at 10 to 15 knots, making for a little chop on open water, especially north of the islands and near the broad lake. Sunrise hit at 6:42 AM and we’ll see sunset tonight at 6:44 PM, giving us almost exactly twelve hours of daylight—a classic early fall day on Champl...

Taking in the early fall air this Wednesday, September 24, 2025, on Lake Champlain, you can see why folks consider it the gem of the North Country. The shoreline from North Hero to Ticonderoga is starting to put on a color show, with reds and golds spilling down the ridges and over the water. The lake is calm this morning, and after days of dry weather, water clarity is excellent, making for some prime fishing conditions. Sunrise hit at 6:39 am and we’re looking at sunset around 6:45 pm. With a crisp high near 68°F, light northwest wind, and little rain expected all day...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Champlain fishing report for Sunday, September 21st, 2025. We’re sitting in the heart of early fall on Champlain—a season that’s got both the Vermont and New York sides fired up and full of action.

Weather’s been classic September, cool mornings warming to the low 70s by afternoon, with a mix of sun and broken clouds. Winds today are pushing in from the northwest, 10 to 15 mph, which is just enough to put a ripple on the water but not enough to keep you off your favorite shoals. Sunrise hit at 6:37 AM, and...