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Frigid Fishing on Lake St. Clair: Navigate the Winter Transition with Caution and Perseverance
- 2024/12/19
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あらすじ・解説
As of December 19, 2024, Lake St. Clair is transitioning into its winter fishing season, though ice conditions are still not stable enough for safe ice fishing. Here’s a snapshot of what you can expect:
**Weather and Ice Conditions:**
The weather is cold, with temperatures ranging from the mid-20s to low 30s Fahrenheit. While there is some ice forming, it is not yet safe for ice fishing. Be cautious and check the latest ice reports before venturing out[5].
**Sunrise and Sunset:**
Sunrise is at around 7:50 AM, and sunset is at approximately 4:50 PM.
**Fish Activity:**
Given the time of year, the fish are generally deeper and more sluggish. However, there are still opportunities for catching various species.
**Recent Catches:**
In recent weeks, walleye anglers have had some success trolling with crawler harnesses, particularly in the mouth of the middle channel and near the Sni. Perch anglers have found fish in the mouth of the south channel near Gull Island and the dumping grounds in 17 to 19 feet of water. Smallmouth bass fishing has been slow, but anglers have caught some in the middle of Anchor Bay and near the 9 mile and Grosse Pointe areas[1].
**Best Lures and Bait:**
For walleye, crawler harnesses and natural-colored crankbaits are effective. For perch, using perch rigs or trolling with minnows and worms can yield good results. For smallmouth bass, drop-shot rigs, tubes, and spybaits work well, especially in areas with current breaks and seawalls[1][3].
**Hot Spots:**
- **Anchor Bay:** Known for its shallow grass and sandy flats, this area is excellent for smallmouth bass and can be fished nearly year-round.
- **St. Clair Metropark:** The backwater areas here are great for largemouth fishing, and the channel outside the no-wake zone offers excellent smallmouth fishing[3].
Keep in mind that the fish are more scattered and less active in the cold weather, so patience and persistence are key. Always check the latest fishing reports and ensure the ice is safe if you plan to venture out onto it.
**Weather and Ice Conditions:**
The weather is cold, with temperatures ranging from the mid-20s to low 30s Fahrenheit. While there is some ice forming, it is not yet safe for ice fishing. Be cautious and check the latest ice reports before venturing out[5].
**Sunrise and Sunset:**
Sunrise is at around 7:50 AM, and sunset is at approximately 4:50 PM.
**Fish Activity:**
Given the time of year, the fish are generally deeper and more sluggish. However, there are still opportunities for catching various species.
**Recent Catches:**
In recent weeks, walleye anglers have had some success trolling with crawler harnesses, particularly in the mouth of the middle channel and near the Sni. Perch anglers have found fish in the mouth of the south channel near Gull Island and the dumping grounds in 17 to 19 feet of water. Smallmouth bass fishing has been slow, but anglers have caught some in the middle of Anchor Bay and near the 9 mile and Grosse Pointe areas[1].
**Best Lures and Bait:**
For walleye, crawler harnesses and natural-colored crankbaits are effective. For perch, using perch rigs or trolling with minnows and worms can yield good results. For smallmouth bass, drop-shot rigs, tubes, and spybaits work well, especially in areas with current breaks and seawalls[1][3].
**Hot Spots:**
- **Anchor Bay:** Known for its shallow grass and sandy flats, this area is excellent for smallmouth bass and can be fished nearly year-round.
- **St. Clair Metropark:** The backwater areas here are great for largemouth fishing, and the channel outside the no-wake zone offers excellent smallmouth fishing[3].
Keep in mind that the fish are more scattered and less active in the cold weather, so patience and persistence are key. Always check the latest fishing reports and ensure the ice is safe if you plan to venture out onto it.