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Beyond Niagara Falls, we'll show you when, where and how to get in on the Niagara River's great fishing for salmon, steelhead, trout, bass, walleye, muskies and more.
View Niagara's weekly fishing report for information about fish activity, size and bait recommendations in Lake Ontario and the Upper and Lower Niagara River.
Niagara Falls fishing offers something for everyone, whether you’re into fly fishing or reel fishing, rivers or lakes, cold-water trout or warm-water bass. Freshwater is plentiful in and around Niagara Falls, New York, with the mighty Niagara River joining two Great Lakes: Ontario and Erie.
The lower river is well known for its Chinook salmon, steelhead (rainbow trout) and walleye fishing, which supports a significant number of charter fishing boat trips each year. In addition, there are great opportunities to catch lake trout, brown trout, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, muskellunge, yellow perch and smelt at different times of ...
Dec 7, 2023 · As a seasoned fishing guide with over 20 years of experience, I’ve come to know the intricacies of Niagara River steelhead fishing. This majestic river is famous for its stunning waterfall, but it is also a paradise for anglers looking to catch big steelhead.
Jan 22, 2024 · Because of the sheer volume of water, the upper reaches of the Niagara River below the Falls are unfishable. But below New York's Whirlpool State Park down to the lake, the big water slows and offers remarkable fishing opportunities for shorebound anglers and those skilled enough to fish from boats.
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Mar 22, 2011 · Could you give me tips on how to fish the Niagara river properly from shore? I’ve heard of people bottom bouncing and also float fishing. Any clues as to what kind of tackle I need to buy and what bait to use would be great. The Answer. Pitviper – I love fishing the Niagara River for trout and salmon. It is awesome.