Fishing report: Perch, salmon action heating up in Muskegon-area waters

Based on reports, the stellar salmon fishing in the deep Lake Michigan waters off of Muskegon, a constant over the last few weeks, is now extending to the shallow waters closer to the shore.

Fish Rap: Salmon fishing picking up after lull

Allen Bushnell Fish Rap After a brief lull salmon fishing has again taken off in the northern half of Monterey Bay.

Fishing report: Bluegill join salmon in heating up Muskegon-area waters

Bluegill and bass are producing plenty of action for anglers on Muskegon Lake, White Lake and other inland lakes in the area. In addition, the salmon fishermen continue to bring lots of fish while out on Lake Michigan off the West Michigan shore.

Fishing report: Big salmon being caught off Muskegon when conditions allow

Anglers aboard Code Blue Charters found a break in the recent windy and rainy conditions over the weekend and brought home 20 salmon after a short three-hour fishing trip.

Fishing seasons off to slow start

The openers last weekend were slow but catch rates should pick up as warmer temperatures push into the state. Water levels are low in some of the rivers and inland lakes so use caution especially at the boat launches. Southwest Lower Peninsula St. Joseph: Salmon fishing is starting to pick up with limit catches reported. Saugatuck: Salmon fishing was steady with a few decent catches of chinook ...