Lake Erie Fishing Report March 2025: Hot Walleye, Jumbo Perch, and Steelhead Runs

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Erie fishing report for March 22, 2025. The weather's looking decent today with partly cloudy skies, highs around 48°F and lows in the upper 30s. Winds are light from the southwest at 5-10 mph. Sunrise was at 7:25 AM and sunset will be at 7:40 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with. Water temps are still chilly, hovering around 42°F, but that's not stopping the fish from biting. The walleye action has been red hot lately, with limit catches of 6 fish per day common. Most are in the 20-24 inch range, with some real trophies mixed in. They're suspended in 15-25 feet of water, about 5-10 feet down. For walleye, you can't go wrong with purple and gold Bandits or Reef Runners. Husky Jerks and Ripsticks are also producing well. After dark, try glow-in-the-dark colors for some excitement. Yellow perch fishing has been decent in 30-35 feet of water. Spreader rigs with emerald shiners are the ticket. We're seeing some jumbos over 12 inches, so it's worth putting in the time. Steelhead are making their spring run up the tributaries. The Rocky and Chagrin rivers are good bets. Spawn sacs, jigs with maggots, and small spoons are all working well. For you shore anglers, try casting from the East 55th Street pier or Edgewater Park. These spots have been producing nice walleye in the evenings. Hot spots this week include the area around Kelleys Island for walleye, and the mouth of the Rocky River for steelhead. The reefs near Port Clinton are also on fire for walleye trolling. Remember, ice fishing is no longer safe, so stick to open water tactics. Always check conditions before heading out and wear your life jacket. That's all for now, folks. Get out there and tight lines! This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.