For November 23, 2024, here’s a local’s perspective on the fishing scene in the Hudson River and New York City area:

Today, November 23rd, the sunrise is at 6:30 AM and sunset will be at 4:30 PM. The tidal report shows a high tide at around 9:30 AM and a low tide at 3:30 PM, which should provide some good windows for fishing.

Weather-wise, it's looking like a partly cloudy day with mild temperatures, making it a great day to get out on the water. Yesterday saw a good mix of fish activity in the Hudson River. Striped bass were particularly active, with many anglers reporting catches ranging from schoolies to bass over 48 inches.

In Raritan Bay and around the New York Harbor, striped bass fishing has been excellent. Live-lining bunker and casting artificial baits and metal lures have been working well. Blackfish are also a good bet, especially up the river and around structure and wrecks, with green crabs being the key to success using both jigs and rigs[1][3].

Along the beaches and in the inlets, false albacore have made an unexpected but welcome appearance, providing some exciting battles for anglers. Stripers can be found underneath these albies, especially from Shagwong to Turtle Cove, with a mix of smaller fish and some slot-size catches[1].

For those venturing offshore, sea bass, cod, and blackfish are chewing well, and bluefin tuna are still available along the beaches from 90 to 100 feet deep, ranging from 60 to 200 pounds[1].

If you're looking for hot spots, consider the area around Sandy Hook, where striped bass action has been good. The Troy Dam and the wall at Bruno’s by the Poestenkill are also producing some nice catches of striped bass. For blackfish, the North Fork and the wrecks around New York Harbor are good places to try[1][2][4].

In terms of lures and bait, bunker, sand eels, and green crabs are your best bets. For striped bass, using live bunker or casting artificial lures like metal jigs and plugs can be very effective. For blackfish, green crabs on jigs or rigs are the way to go[1][3].

Overall, it's shaping up to be a fantastic day for fishing in the Hudson River and New York City area, so grab your gear and get out there