Lower Niagara River Fishing Queenston?

[Minnow]

Hey guys planning on heading out this weeked for some steelies on the Lower Niagara and have a couple questions hoping you guys can help me out

 

I know to use the 3 way swivel rig and was wondering if cured roe will work and whether or not minnows will work?

 

Also is it best to do drifts right by the launch or further up or down river?

 

Thanks any tips are really appreciated!

[Joey]

Yes, Yes and both

 

Joey

[DANIMAL]

Roe bags in about the dime or nickle size will probably be the best bait now. The fish usually do not start prefering minnows until the water gets down into the low 40 F range and below. There are good drifts at the launch, up, and down river. The best drift can change from day to day or even hour to hour. So if it is not happening at one drift try another. Good luck.

Edited November 22, 2007 by DANIMAL

[Anthony]

Does anyone know if lures are good to use, at Queenston ( spoons, spinners, etc) , for trout??????????????????

[DANIMAL]

Spoons, spinners, minnowbaits...... will all work, but will usually be a better option when the water gets colder and the baitfish move in. If you like using lures, a kwickfish/flatfish worked near bottom works great all season long.

 

I should also mention, lures work best in clearer water.

Edited November 23, 2007 by DANIMAL