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"Ice Transitions and Rainy River Walleye Action at Lake of the Woods"
Good morning anglers! Here’s today’s fishing report for Lake of the Woods, Minnesota, as of April 4, 2025.
The weather today is chilly, with a high of 43°F and a low of 15°F. Light snow showers are expected later in the day, and the skies remain overcast, with an 8 mph breeze making it feel colder. Sunrise is at 6:50 am, with sunset at 7:55 pm. Dress warmly and be prepared for the elements if you’re heading out on the ice or river.
Fishing activity is transitioning as ice conditions on the south shore continue to weaken. Most resorts have pulled their fish houses, but there are still pockets of ice-fishing opportunities. Meanwhile, the Rainy River is opening up, with boat ramps at Birchdale and Frontier Access ice-free and ready for early spring anglers. Be cautious of ice conditions and stay updated with local guides or resorts for safety.
Walleyes and saugers remain the stars of the show as the walleye season stays open until April 14th. On the Rainy River, walleye fishing is currently catch-and-release, but the action has been strong with live minnows, plastics, and jigging setups. Anchoring near deeper holes or transitions from mud to sand has been fruitful. Jigging with bright colors such as gold, chartreuse, pink, and orange remains effective. Some anglers are also reporting incidental sturgeon catches while targeting walleyes in the river using the same setups.
For those ice fishing, depths of 26 to 29 feet on the south shore have been producing mixed bags of walleyes, saugers, and the occasional perch. Flashing and rattling lures like the "dirty bomb" or jigs in gold, pink, or white work well when tipped with a minnow head or tail. Jigging combined with deadstick rods continues to be an effective strategy. Perch and crappie fishing is also ongoing, and northern pike remains an exciting option for those geared up for larger predators.
Hotspots to try include Four Mile Bay near the Rainy River and the southern stretches of Big Traverse Bay. For open waters, the Rainy River near Birchdale is starting to heat up as fish move upriver for spawning.
Whether you’re jigging on the ice or casting into the open river, now is a great time to hit Lake of the Woods. Remember to use proper safety precautions, especially with changing ice and weather conditions. Tight lines and good luck!
The weather today is chilly, with a high of 43°F and a low of 15°F. Light snow showers are expected later in the day, and the skies remain overcast, with an 8 mph breeze making it feel colder. Sunrise is at 6:50 am, with sunset at 7:55 pm. Dress warmly and be prepared for the elements if you’re heading out on the ice or river.
Fishing activity is transitioning as ice conditions on the south shore continue to weaken. Most resorts have pulled their fish houses, but there are still pockets of ice-fishing opportunities. Meanwhile, the Rainy River is opening up, with boat ramps at Birchdale and Frontier Access ice-free and ready for early spring anglers. Be cautious of ice conditions and stay updated with local guides or resorts for safety.
Walleyes and saugers remain the stars of the show as the walleye season stays open until April 14th. On the Rainy River, walleye fishing is currently catch-and-release, but the action has been strong with live minnows, plastics, and jigging setups. Anchoring near deeper holes or transitions from mud to sand has been fruitful. Jigging with bright colors such as gold, chartreuse, pink, and orange remains effective. Some anglers are also reporting incidental sturgeon catches while targeting walleyes in the river using the same setups.
For those ice fishing, depths of 26 to 29 feet on the south shore have been producing mixed bags of walleyes, saugers, and the occasional perch. Flashing and rattling lures like the "dirty bomb" or jigs in gold, pink, or white work well when tipped with a minnow head or tail. Jigging combined with deadstick rods continues to be an effective strategy. Perch and crappie fishing is also ongoing, and northern pike remains an exciting option for those geared up for larger predators.
Hotspots to try include Four Mile Bay near the Rainy River and the southern stretches of Big Traverse Bay. For open waters, the Rainy River near Birchdale is starting to heat up as fish move upriver for spawning.
Whether you’re jigging on the ice or casting into the open river, now is a great time to hit Lake of the Woods. Remember to use proper safety precautions, especially with changing ice and weather conditions. Tight lines and good luck!
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By Quiet. PleaseGood morning anglers! Here’s today’s fishing report for Lake of the Woods, Minnesota, as of April 4, 2025.
The weather today is chilly, with a high of 43°F and a low of 15°F. Light snow showers are expected later in the day, and the skies remain overcast, with an 8 mph breeze making it feel colder. Sunrise is at 6:50 am, with sunset at 7:55 pm. Dress warmly and be prepared for the elements if you’re heading out on the ice or river.
Fishing activity is transitioning as ice conditions on the south shore continue to weaken. Most resorts have pulled their fish houses, but there are still pockets of ice-fishing opportunities. Meanwhile, the Rainy River is opening up, with boat ramps at Birchdale and Frontier Access ice-free and ready for early spring anglers. Be cautious of ice conditions and stay updated with local guides or resorts for safety.
Walleyes and saugers remain the stars of the show as the walleye season stays open until April 14th. On the Rainy River, walleye fishing is currently catch-and-release, but the action has been strong with live minnows, plastics, and jigging setups. Anchoring near deeper holes or transitions from mud to sand has been fruitful. Jigging with bright colors such as gold, chartreuse, pink, and orange remains effective. Some anglers are also reporting incidental sturgeon catches while targeting walleyes in the river using the same setups.
For those ice fishing, depths of 26 to 29 feet on the south shore have been producing mixed bags of walleyes, saugers, and the occasional perch. Flashing and rattling lures like the "dirty bomb" or jigs in gold, pink, or white work well when tipped with a minnow head or tail. Jigging combined with deadstick rods continues to be an effective strategy. Perch and crappie fishing is also ongoing, and northern pike remains an exciting option for those geared up for larger predators.
Hotspots to try include Four Mile Bay near the Rainy River and the southern stretches of Big Traverse Bay. For open waters, the Rainy River near Birchdale is starting to heat up as fish move upriver for spawning.
Whether you’re jigging on the ice or casting into the open river, now is a great time to hit Lake of the Woods. Remember to use proper safety precautions, especially with changing ice and weather conditions. Tight lines and good luck!
The weather today is chilly, with a high of 43°F and a low of 15°F. Light snow showers are expected later in the day, and the skies remain overcast, with an 8 mph breeze making it feel colder. Sunrise is at 6:50 am, with sunset at 7:55 pm. Dress warmly and be prepared for the elements if you’re heading out on the ice or river.
Fishing activity is transitioning as ice conditions on the south shore continue to weaken. Most resorts have pulled their fish houses, but there are still pockets of ice-fishing opportunities. Meanwhile, the Rainy River is opening up, with boat ramps at Birchdale and Frontier Access ice-free and ready for early spring anglers. Be cautious of ice conditions and stay updated with local guides or resorts for safety.
Walleyes and saugers remain the stars of the show as the walleye season stays open until April 14th. On the Rainy River, walleye fishing is currently catch-and-release, but the action has been strong with live minnows, plastics, and jigging setups. Anchoring near deeper holes or transitions from mud to sand has been fruitful. Jigging with bright colors such as gold, chartreuse, pink, and orange remains effective. Some anglers are also reporting incidental sturgeon catches while targeting walleyes in the river using the same setups.
For those ice fishing, depths of 26 to 29 feet on the south shore have been producing mixed bags of walleyes, saugers, and the occasional perch. Flashing and rattling lures like the "dirty bomb" or jigs in gold, pink, or white work well when tipped with a minnow head or tail. Jigging combined with deadstick rods continues to be an effective strategy. Perch and crappie fishing is also ongoing, and northern pike remains an exciting option for those geared up for larger predators.
Hotspots to try include Four Mile Bay near the Rainy River and the southern stretches of Big Traverse Bay. For open waters, the Rainy River near Birchdale is starting to heat up as fish move upriver for spawning.
Whether you’re jigging on the ice or casting into the open river, now is a great time to hit Lake of the Woods. Remember to use proper safety precautions, especially with changing ice and weather conditions. Tight lines and good luck!