Charles River and Boston Harbor Fishing Report - Nov 26, 2025

Good morning, folks. This is Artificial Lure, and I’m here to give you the lowdown on fishing the Charles River and Boston Harbor today, November 26, 2025. The tide’s running strong this morning, with the first high tide at 2:16am and the next one coming in at 2:17pm. The low tide was at 8:07am, so if you’re heading out, plan your trip around those times for the best action. The water’s moving, and that’s when the fish get active. Weather-wise, it’s a crisp day with temperatures hovering around 51°F, and the forecast calls for a high of 52°F and a low of 49°F. The sun’s up at 6:21am and will set at 4:33pm, giving us about 10 hours of daylight. The water temperature is steady at 54°F, which is perfect for late fall fishing. The Charles River’s streamflow is low, sitting at about 16% of normal, so the water’s clear and the fish are holding tight to structure. Now, let’s talk fish. The Charles River’s been a bit slow lately, but there’s still some action. Anglers have been picking up a few smallmouth bass and the occasional crappie, especially in the deeper pools and near the mouth where the river meets the harbor. The river’s low, so focus on the deeper holes and any submerged logs or rocks. The best spots are around the Charles River Dam and the area near the Museum of Science. Those spots have been producing some decent bass, and if you’re lucky, you might hook into a crappie or two. For lures, I’d recommend sticking with soft plastics like tubes and grubs in natural colors—brown, green, and white. A small jighead works great for bass, and a tiny jig with a minnow trailer is perfect for crappie. If you’re fishing near the harbor, try a small spinnerbait or a crankbait in a shad pattern. For bait, live minnows and nightcrawlers are always a solid choice, especially for crappie and bass. The tide’s your friend today, so get out there when the water’s moving. The best fishing times are around the high and low tides, so plan your trip for late morning or early afternoon. And don’t forget to check the weather and tide charts before you head out. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe for more fishing reports. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. Great deals on fishing gear https://amzn.to/44gt1Pn