Hudson River Fishing: Striped Bass, Bluefish, and More This Fall Season

As of November 9, 2024, the Hudson River in New York City is offering some exciting fishing opportunities. Here’s what you need to know for today’s outing. ### Tidal and Weather Conditions The tide is expected to be high at around 10:15 AM and low at 4:15 PM, with a moderate current. The weather forecast shows partly cloudy skies with a high of 58°F and a low of 45°F, making it a comfortable day for fishing. Sunrise is at 6:30 AM, and sunset will be at 4:30 PM. ### Fish Activity Yesterday saw a good mix of fish activity in the Hudson River. Striped bass were active, particularly in the upper sections of the river, where school-sized fish up to 30 inches were caught. Bluefish are also plentiful, especially in the eastern portion of the river. Blackfish (tautog) are still present, although they are starting to move to deeper waters as the weather cools down. ### Types and Amounts of Fish Anglers reported catching a decent number of striped bass, with some larger fish in the 20-30 inch range. Bluefish were abundant, and there were also reports of blackfish, mostly in the 2-4 pound range. Some sea bass were also caught, particularly around the rockpiles and wrecks. ### Best Lures and Bait For striped bass, using jigs and topwaters has been effective, especially around the schools of baitfish. Live or artificial herring and bunker are excellent choices for bait. For bluefish, metal jigs and spoons are working well. For blackfish, clams and crabs are the go-to baits. ### Hot Spots Two hot spots to consider are the area around the George Washington Bridge and the waters near Croton Point. The George Washington Bridge has been a hotspot for striped bass and bluefish, while Croton Point is known for its blackfish and sea bass. Overall, the Hudson River is in great shape for fishing this time of year, with a variety of species active and plenty of baitfish to attract them. Make sure to check the local fishing regulations and enjoy your day on the water. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.