Lake Erie Fishing Report: Walleye, Perch, and the Best Spots to Try on November 16, 2024

As of November 16, 2024, here’s what you can expect if you're heading out to fish on Lake Erie near Cleveland. ### Weather and Tidal Conditions Today, the weather is expected to be partly cloudy with a high of around 48°F and a low of 38°F. Winds will be moderate, coming from the northwest at about 10-15 mph. The lake conditions are relatively calm, with wave heights of 2-3 feet. ### Sunrise and Sunset Sunrise is at 7:04 AM, and sunset will be at 4:53 PM, giving you a good window for both morning and afternoon fishing. ### Fish Activity Anglers in the Cleveland waters of Lake Erie are actively targeting walleye and yellow perch. Yesterday saw a decent number of walleye caught, particularly in the deeper waters off the Cleveland shoreline. Yellow perch fishing has also been productive, especially around the A & B Can areas. ### Types and Amounts of Fish Caught Yesterday, several anglers reported catching limits of walleye, with some fish weighing up to 5 pounds. Yellow perch were also abundant, with many anglers catching buckets full of these tasty fish. ### Best Lures and Bait For walleye, the best lures to use are deep-diving crankbaits and jigging spoons. Trolling with minnows or nightcrawlers on a harness rig has also been effective. For yellow perch, small jigs tipped with minnows or maggots are working well. ### Hot Spots Two hot spots right now are the waters off Edgewater Park and the area around the A & B Can reefs. These locations have been producing consistent catches of both walleye and yellow perch. If you're planning to head out today, make sure to bundle up due to the cooler weather, and be prepared for the moderate winds. With the right gear and a bit of luck, you should have a successful day on the water. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.