Mar 11 2025 2 mins
Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Charles River fishing report for March 11, 2025. Let me tell ya, spring is in the air and the fish are starting to wake up from their winter slumber.
First things first, let's talk tides. We've got a high tide coming in at 11:00 AM, peaking at about 10 feet, and then low tide hits around 5:16 PM at just a few inches. Sunrise was at 7:00 AM, and we'll see the sun dip below the horizon at 6:47 PM. Weather-wise, it's a decent day with temps in the mid-50s and partly cloudy skies.
Now, onto the good stuff - the fish! Striped bass are starting to make their way back into the river, with a few early birds already caught near the Charles River Dam. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are also getting more active, especially in the warmer, shallower areas. We've been seeing some nice catches of white perch and yellow perch too.
For you striper hunters, try tossing soft plastic swimbaits or jerkbaits near the dam or along the deeper channel edges. A 4-inch Zoom Fluke in pearl white has been working wonders. If you're after bass, plastic worms and jigs are your best bet. I've had luck with a green pumpkin Senko rigged wacky style.
Bait-wise, live shiners are always a solid choice this time of year, but if you're sticking to artificials, don't overlook a good ol' nightcrawler harness for those perch.
As for hot spots, the area around the BU Bridge has been producing some nice bass, both largemouth and smallmouth. Another spot to check out is the cove near the Esplanade - I've heard reports of some chunky white perch being pulled out of there.
Remember, folks, the fish are just starting to get active, so patience is key. Move around, try different techniques, and you'll find 'em. Tight lines, and I'll catch ya on the water!
First things first, let's talk tides. We've got a high tide coming in at 11:00 AM, peaking at about 10 feet, and then low tide hits around 5:16 PM at just a few inches. Sunrise was at 7:00 AM, and we'll see the sun dip below the horizon at 6:47 PM. Weather-wise, it's a decent day with temps in the mid-50s and partly cloudy skies.
Now, onto the good stuff - the fish! Striped bass are starting to make their way back into the river, with a few early birds already caught near the Charles River Dam. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are also getting more active, especially in the warmer, shallower areas. We've been seeing some nice catches of white perch and yellow perch too.
For you striper hunters, try tossing soft plastic swimbaits or jerkbaits near the dam or along the deeper channel edges. A 4-inch Zoom Fluke in pearl white has been working wonders. If you're after bass, plastic worms and jigs are your best bet. I've had luck with a green pumpkin Senko rigged wacky style.
Bait-wise, live shiners are always a solid choice this time of year, but if you're sticking to artificials, don't overlook a good ol' nightcrawler harness for those perch.
As for hot spots, the area around the BU Bridge has been producing some nice bass, both largemouth and smallmouth. Another spot to check out is the cove near the Esplanade - I've heard reports of some chunky white perch being pulled out of there.
Remember, folks, the fish are just starting to get active, so patience is key. Move around, try different techniques, and you'll find 'em. Tight lines, and I'll catch ya on the water!