Hudson River Winter Fishing: Trout, Stripers, and Bundling Up for the Cold

For those venturing out to fish in the Hudson River and surrounding areas today, January 18, 2025, here’s what you can expect: First, let's look at the tides. Today, the low tide is at 00:08 AM with a height of -0.06 m, followed by a high tide at 6:08 AM with a height of 1.12 m. The next low tide will be at 12:12 PM with a height of 0.07 m, and the final high tide of the day will be at 6:13 PM with a height of 1.16 m[2]. The weather is expected to be quite cold, with temperatures likely in the teens, making rivers and moving water your best bet. Freshwater ponds and inshore bays are likely to be frozen over or skimmed with ice[1]. For fish activity, trout are biting well in the rivers. Rainbow, brown, and brook trout have been caught using small flies and light jigs. Midges have been particularly effective, with some anglers reporting over 20 fish on these tiny flies. Streamers, although less effective, can still hook a few nice trout[1]. If you're targeting striped bass, holdover stripers are still active in the rivers, but patience is key due to the cold weather. White perch can also be found in the brackish sections of the rivers[1]. For hot spots, consider Pete And Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park in Beacon, NY. This area offers good access to deeper channels and has been a reliable spot for catching striped bass and other species[3]. Another good spot is the Connetquot River, which has seen a banner day recently with trout biting well on streamers and midges. The moving water here keeps the fish active even in the cold weather[1]. In terms of lures and bait, small flies like midges, and light jigs are working well for trout. For striped bass, traditional lures such as streamers can be effective, though they may not be as productive as they are in warmer months[1]. Remember to bundle up, as the cold weather is here to stay for a while. Tight lines This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.