
Niagara Falls (N.Y.) Fishing Report – July 28, 2026
Crankbaits, spinnerbaits, dropshots, and live bait rigs have all been producing fish both shallow and deep here.
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Crankbaits, spinnerbaits, dropshots, and live bait rigs have all been producing fish both shallow and deep here.

Drifting the Niagara Bar is a great starting location when targeting walleye.

Fishing in the lower Niagara River has been good for both bass and walleye.

North and east winds earlier this week created a lake rollover for anglers. Heading offshore is the best way to combat the unstable conditions.

Walleyes are being caught on worm harnesses and jigs but the best action should start up soon targeting the traditional drifts here.

Walleye action is slowly picking up if you can present worm harnesses moss free for a reasonable timeframe.

Walleyes are starting to show up in catches with worm harnesses taking most of the fish.

This is a transition time for fishing on the lake.

In the upper Niagara River, smallmouth bass are taking center stage in area waterways as summer arrives.
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