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Fishing the Charles River in Boston's Winter Wonderland: Tides, Weather, and Thriving Largemouth and Striped Bass

Jan 19, 2025 · 2m 29s
Fishing the Charles River in Boston's Winter Wonderland: Tides, Weather, and Thriving Largemouth and Striped Bass
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If you're planning to hit the Charles River in Boston today, January 19, 2025, here's what you need to know. First, let's look at the tides: you've got a high...

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If you're planning to hit the Charles River in Boston today, January 19, 2025, here's what you need to know. First, let's look at the tides: you've got a high tide at 2:43 AM with a height of 9.18 feet, a low tide at 8:48 AM with a height of 1.09 feet, another high tide at 2:58 PM with the same height of 9.18 feet, and a final low tide at 9:11 PM with a height of 0.83 feet. These tidal shifts can significantly impact fish activity, so plan your trip accordingly.

Weather-wise, it's going to be quite chilly, with mostly sunny skies and highs around 31°F. Expect winds from the west at 10-15 mph, making it feel even colder. Sunrise is at 7:08 AM and sunset at 4:42 PM, so make sure to bundle up.

Fish activity has been decent despite the cold. Yesterday, anglers reported catching a mix of largemouth bass and striped bass. Largemouth bass were particularly active around the bridge pilings and submerged structures in the Charles River Basin, especially starting at the Watertown Dam. For largemouth bass, using jigs with dark colors like black and blue, and adding a soft-plastic trailer, tends to work well. Mimicking crayfish, which are abundant in the Charles River, is another productive way to catch these bass.

Striped bass, though less active this time of year, can still be caught, especially during the tidal shifts. Look for areas like the west side of the Longfellow Bridge and around the Elliot Street Bridge near the Cambridge Boathouse and Mount Auburn Hospital.

Hot spots include the Storrow Drive Lagoons, particularly the Esplanade, where you can catch quality largemouth bass and occasionally giant carp. The area around the Elliot Street Bridge is also known for consistently producing nice bass.

Remember, the Charles River has come a long way from its polluted past and now offers a diverse and exciting fishing experience right in the heart of Boston. Just be patient and respectful of other river users, like rowers and kayakers, and you'll have a great day on the water.
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