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Fishing Lake Superior's Unpredictable Ice: Navigating Seiches, Variable Conditions, and Finicky Fish
For January 12, 2025, if you're planning to head out to fish on Lake Superior near Duluth, here's what you need to know:
First off, there's no tide to worry about on Lake Superior, but be aware of seiches, which are oscillations in the lake caused by changes in wind or air pressure[5].
The weather today is expected to be chilly, with winds picking up as the day goes on. At 6 AM, it's flat and choppy with an east-northeast wind at 8 mph, increasing to 14 mph by noon and 15 mph by 6 PM[2].
Sunrise is at around 7:55 AM, and sunset will be at about 4:30 PM, giving you a good window to get out on the ice.
Ice fishing conditions around the Ashland, WI area and the St. Louis River Estuary have been variable. In the Ashland area, ice thickness ranges from 3 to 7 inches, but it gets more unpredictable the farther you go from Ashland. The St. Louis River Estuary, particularly around Superior Harbor off Minnesota and Park Point, has seen favorable ice conditions but requires caution due to spooked fish from recent angler pressure[1].
Fish activity has been mixed. In the St. Louis River Estuary, anglers have had some success with jigging raps, puppet minnows, or shiver minnows jigged aggressively in 4-7 feet of water. Keeping a live minnow under a float nearby has also produced a few fish. Water clarity has improved slightly, which might help the bite pick up[1].
For lures, consider using Gold or Silver Buckshot Glider Spoons from Northland Fishing Tackle, as they can flash and make noise, which is crucial in the cloudy, murky waters. Clearing snow around your ice holes to let daylight penetrate and using scaled-off minnows can also help attract fish[1].
Hot spots include the St. Louis River Estuary, especially around Superior Harbor and Park Point, and the areas near Ashland, WI, but always check with local bait shops or guides for the latest ice conditions.
Remember to be careful and patient, as the fish can be spooked easily, and the ice conditions are still early and unpredictable.
First off, there's no tide to worry about on Lake Superior, but be aware of seiches, which are oscillations in the lake caused by changes in wind or air pressure[5].
The weather today is expected to be chilly, with winds picking up as the day goes on. At 6 AM, it's flat and choppy with an east-northeast wind at 8 mph, increasing to 14 mph by noon and 15 mph by 6 PM[2].
Sunrise is at around 7:55 AM, and sunset will be at about 4:30 PM, giving you a good window to get out on the ice.
Ice fishing conditions around the Ashland, WI area and the St. Louis River Estuary have been variable. In the Ashland area, ice thickness ranges from 3 to 7 inches, but it gets more unpredictable the farther you go from Ashland. The St. Louis River Estuary, particularly around Superior Harbor off Minnesota and Park Point, has seen favorable ice conditions but requires caution due to spooked fish from recent angler pressure[1].
Fish activity has been mixed. In the St. Louis River Estuary, anglers have had some success with jigging raps, puppet minnows, or shiver minnows jigged aggressively in 4-7 feet of water. Keeping a live minnow under a float nearby has also produced a few fish. Water clarity has improved slightly, which might help the bite pick up[1].
For lures, consider using Gold or Silver Buckshot Glider Spoons from Northland Fishing Tackle, as they can flash and make noise, which is crucial in the cloudy, murky waters. Clearing snow around your ice holes to let daylight penetrate and using scaled-off minnows can also help attract fish[1].
Hot spots include the St. Louis River Estuary, especially around Superior Harbor and Park Point, and the areas near Ashland, WI, but always check with local bait shops or guides for the latest ice conditions.
Remember to be careful and patient, as the fish can be spooked easily, and the ice conditions are still early and unpredictable.
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By Quiet. PleaseFor January 12, 2025, if you're planning to head out to fish on Lake Superior near Duluth, here's what you need to know:
First off, there's no tide to worry about on Lake Superior, but be aware of seiches, which are oscillations in the lake caused by changes in wind or air pressure[5].
The weather today is expected to be chilly, with winds picking up as the day goes on. At 6 AM, it's flat and choppy with an east-northeast wind at 8 mph, increasing to 14 mph by noon and 15 mph by 6 PM[2].
Sunrise is at around 7:55 AM, and sunset will be at about 4:30 PM, giving you a good window to get out on the ice.
Ice fishing conditions around the Ashland, WI area and the St. Louis River Estuary have been variable. In the Ashland area, ice thickness ranges from 3 to 7 inches, but it gets more unpredictable the farther you go from Ashland. The St. Louis River Estuary, particularly around Superior Harbor off Minnesota and Park Point, has seen favorable ice conditions but requires caution due to spooked fish from recent angler pressure[1].
Fish activity has been mixed. In the St. Louis River Estuary, anglers have had some success with jigging raps, puppet minnows, or shiver minnows jigged aggressively in 4-7 feet of water. Keeping a live minnow under a float nearby has also produced a few fish. Water clarity has improved slightly, which might help the bite pick up[1].
For lures, consider using Gold or Silver Buckshot Glider Spoons from Northland Fishing Tackle, as they can flash and make noise, which is crucial in the cloudy, murky waters. Clearing snow around your ice holes to let daylight penetrate and using scaled-off minnows can also help attract fish[1].
Hot spots include the St. Louis River Estuary, especially around Superior Harbor and Park Point, and the areas near Ashland, WI, but always check with local bait shops or guides for the latest ice conditions.
Remember to be careful and patient, as the fish can be spooked easily, and the ice conditions are still early and unpredictable.
First off, there's no tide to worry about on Lake Superior, but be aware of seiches, which are oscillations in the lake caused by changes in wind or air pressure[5].
The weather today is expected to be chilly, with winds picking up as the day goes on. At 6 AM, it's flat and choppy with an east-northeast wind at 8 mph, increasing to 14 mph by noon and 15 mph by 6 PM[2].
Sunrise is at around 7:55 AM, and sunset will be at about 4:30 PM, giving you a good window to get out on the ice.
Ice fishing conditions around the Ashland, WI area and the St. Louis River Estuary have been variable. In the Ashland area, ice thickness ranges from 3 to 7 inches, but it gets more unpredictable the farther you go from Ashland. The St. Louis River Estuary, particularly around Superior Harbor off Minnesota and Park Point, has seen favorable ice conditions but requires caution due to spooked fish from recent angler pressure[1].
Fish activity has been mixed. In the St. Louis River Estuary, anglers have had some success with jigging raps, puppet minnows, or shiver minnows jigged aggressively in 4-7 feet of water. Keeping a live minnow under a float nearby has also produced a few fish. Water clarity has improved slightly, which might help the bite pick up[1].
For lures, consider using Gold or Silver Buckshot Glider Spoons from Northland Fishing Tackle, as they can flash and make noise, which is crucial in the cloudy, murky waters. Clearing snow around your ice holes to let daylight penetrate and using scaled-off minnows can also help attract fish[1].
Hot spots include the St. Louis River Estuary, especially around Superior Harbor and Park Point, and the areas near Ashland, WI, but always check with local bait shops or guides for the latest ice conditions.
Remember to be careful and patient, as the fish can be spooked easily, and the ice conditions are still early and unpredictable.