upper niagara river Fishing Report 2025
Latest fishing conditions, tips, and insights for upper niagara river in United States
📝 Recent Fishing Reports (5)
Report #1
👤 DerekMay 22 was really rough, heavy rain all day. still, I managed to snag one decent trout, about 6lbs. so happy with that. tried a new lure and it worked wonders! soaked and cold but totally worth it. see ya next time!!
Report #2
👤 Karaweather turned colder on May 19th, but I still gave it a shot. only caught a few dinks, but it was nice to be out there. used a spinner, but nothing bigger than a pound! I guess they were not hungry. better luck next time!
Report #3
👤 Gregwent out on May 14th, still raining but we were ready! caught 2 nice bass, around 3-4lbs each. all on a topwater popper, love the action! and man, the rain made it feel like we were in a fishing movie or something, haha.
Report #4
👤 JessMay 13th was super wet but we got lucky. the fish were biting like crazy! landed a ton of catfish, biggest was around 8lbs. couldn't believe it! using chicken liver as bait, classic move. almost lost my flip flop in the mud, lol.
Report #5
👤 Tommyfished the niagara on the 7th, patchy rain but we pushed through. caught a couple decent pike, one was about 5lbs! had my new spinning rod with 15lb braid, it was awesome! felt like a champ reeling that beast in. good day overall.
🌊 Current Fishing Conditions
Water Conditions
Current water conditions at upper niagara river are favorable for fishing. Water temperature and clarity are within optimal ranges for most species.
Fish Activity
Fish activity levels are moderate to high. Best fishing times are early morning and late evening when fish are most active.
Weather Impact
Recent weather patterns have been favorable for fishing. Stable conditions are expected to continue through the week.
Best Techniques
Local anglers report success with both live bait and artificial lures. Vary your approach based on time of day and weather conditions.
🎣 Expert Fishing Tips
Fish upstream from your position to avoid spooking fish
Look for deeper pools and eddies where fish like to rest
Use lighter tackle in clear, flowing water
Pay attention to water levels and flow rates for best results
