"Erie & Detroit River Fishing Report: Walleye Bonanza, Calm Conditions, and Best Lures"

Good morning, folks. It’s Artificial Lure here, and I’ve got the latest from the docks on Lake Erie and the Detroit River for Tuesday, November 18th. The weather’s been a bit of a rollercoaster lately, but today’s shaping up to be a solid day for those willing to brave the chill. Winds are light, mostly out of the northeast at 5 to 10 knots, and waves are staying under a foot near shore, making for calm conditions. The water temperature is holding steady around 45 degrees off Toledo, a little warmer near Cleveland at 50, and 47 off Erie. Sunrise is at 7:48 AM, and sunset will be at 5:02 PM, so you’ve got a good window to get out there.

The fish are active, especially walleye. The Detroit River’s been seeing a real bonanza lately, with anglers pulling in hefty catches. Most boats are averaging 3 to 4 keeper walleye, and some are even hitting their limits around the dumping grounds southeast of Grosse Ile and the head of the river. Perch and smallmouth bass are also showing up, but the walleye are definitely the stars right now. The bite’s been strongest in the early morning and late afternoon, so plan your trip accordingly.

For lures, stick with local favorites—jigging spoons and crawler harnesses are working well, especially in the deeper holes and along the drop-offs. If you’re trolling, try a crawler harness with a crawler or a minnow for bait. For walleye, a 3/8-ounce jig with a minnow or a soft plastic is a solid choice. Perch are responding to small jigs tipped with wax worms or spikes, and smallmouth bass are hitting tube jigs and crankbaits.

Hot spots to check out include the dumping grounds southeast of Grosse Ile, the head of the Detroit River, and the nearshore areas around Maumee Bay. These spots have been producing consistently, and the calm weather makes them accessible even for smaller boats.

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