Herring Run Drawing Stripers into the Hudson
River herring pushing upstream, bringing striped bass with them. Bank anglers catching quality fish near tributary mouths.
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What's biting
What's next
The Hudson striper bite is excellent right now. Focus on tributary mouths where herring are staging. Shad run building — expect peak numbers within 2 weeks.
Context
Hudson River herring populations have been steadily recovering thanks to dam removals.
Synthesized from real-time NOAA buoy data, USGS stream gauges, and current reports across regional fishing blogs, captain updates, and angler forums. Check local regulations before keeping fish. Never trust a single source for a trip decision.
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