• "Lake Erie Fishing Report: Walleye, Steelhead, and More Biting in Cleveland"

  • Apr 4 2025
  • Durée: 3 min
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"Lake Erie Fishing Report: Walleye, Steelhead, and More Biting in Cleveland"

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  • Fishing Report for Lake Erie, Cleveland - April 4, 2025

    Good morning, folks! Spring has sprung on Lake Erie, and the fishing is heating up. Today, Cleveland is experiencing a crisp start but promises a comfortable day for anglers with temperatures ranging from the mid-40s to low-50s. Expect a mix of clouds and sun with a light breeze out of the southwest—a perfect setup for a day out on the water.

    The walleye bite is off to a solid start this April. With Lake Erie being the “Walleye Capital of the World,” anglers have seen good action both from shore and on the lake. The nearshore areas, especially breakwalls at Cleveland Lakefront State Park and Huntington Beach, are worth trying right now. Troll with husky jerks, especially the DHJ-12 model in various colors, or cast crankbaits and spoons. For deeper waters, slow jigging with heavy heads to maintain bottom contact has proved successful. Most of the walleye being caught are in the 15 to 24-inch range, with occasional trophy catches from older hatches.

    Steelhead trout are also active in Lake Erie’s tributaries, including the Rocky and Chagrin Rivers. Anglers are reporting good catches of both fresh-run steelhead and drop-backs using egg sacs, minnows, jigs tipped with maggots, and trout beads. Shore anglers are having success at spots like the Dunkirk Harbor pier, using spinners or casting spoons. For the best results, focus on pools with at least two feet of depth.

    Yellow perch fishing, though not quite at its peak, has shown promise with good-sized catches coming from artificial reefs near Cleveland and Lorain. Spreaders with live minnows fished near the bottom work well. The 2024 perch hatch was above average in most zones, so expect these fish to keep biting through 2025.

    April is also a great time to target smallmouth bass, particularly along rocky shorelines and reef areas. Try casting small jigs, spinnerbaits, or tubes around the Vermilion and Grand Rivers. Bass are starting to move into pre-spawn patterns, making them more active and willing to strike.

    For lures, husky jerks remain the top choice for walleye, while Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Flat Worms in "goby" or "green pumpkin" are excellent for smallmouth bass. Live minnows and shiners continue to be the go-to bait for yellow perch and steelhead.

    Hotspots to hit include Cleveland’s breakwalls, Huntington Beach, the Rocky and Chagrin Rivers, and artificial reefs near Lorain. If you’re up for a short trip, Vermilion and Fairport Harbor are also producing well.

    Sunrise today was at 6:57 AM, and sunset will be at 7:58 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to reel in the big one. Just keep an eye on the wind forecast if you're heading out on the lake, as conditions can change quickly.

    Tight lines, anglers, and good luck out there!
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