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Last Chance for Walleye and Sauger on Lake of the Woods Before Closure
Fishing on Lake of the Woods today, April 14, 2025, offers some exciting opportunities despite cooler, overcast weather and a mix of snow and rain. Temperatures are expected to hover between 31°F and 42°F with winds around 13 mph. Sunrise is at 6:30 AM, and sunset will be at 8:10 PM, so anglers have a solid window to hit the water.
The walleye and sauger season officially ends today, making it the last chance to target these species before the closure. Many anglers have reported success with walleyes in deeper waters between 22 and 28 feet, possibly due to spring pre-spawn behaviors. Pike fishing remains open year-round, with larger fish moving into 9-15 feet of water near spawning areas. Big northern pike over 40 inches have been caught using smelt, frozen alewives, or live suckers set near the bottom or just below the ice in these zones. Mixed bags of jumbo perch and crappies are also being caught regularly, especially near Pine Island and the Rainy River.
For lures, jigs tipped with minnows are still the go-to for walleyes and saugers. For pike, larger presentations like dead bait rigs are favored. The "Dirty Bomb" jig, a consistent producer with its flashing color and ability to attract aggressive strikes, continues to be highly effective. For sound and vibration, anglers using the Rapala Rippin’ Rap and jigging spoons tipped with minnow heads have also reported great results in stained waters.
Hot spots to consider include the southern shore near Pine Island, where walleyes and saugers are feeding near the Rainy River outlet, and the Northwest Angle for evening walleye action. The deep mud flats and reefs in the lake remain strong options for anglers willing to adapt presentations based on fish activity observed on electronics.
While weather conditions today may be challenging, the fish are active, and with the right lures and techniques, anglers have a strong chance of ending the season with success.
The walleye and sauger season officially ends today, making it the last chance to target these species before the closure. Many anglers have reported success with walleyes in deeper waters between 22 and 28 feet, possibly due to spring pre-spawn behaviors. Pike fishing remains open year-round, with larger fish moving into 9-15 feet of water near spawning areas. Big northern pike over 40 inches have been caught using smelt, frozen alewives, or live suckers set near the bottom or just below the ice in these zones. Mixed bags of jumbo perch and crappies are also being caught regularly, especially near Pine Island and the Rainy River.
For lures, jigs tipped with minnows are still the go-to for walleyes and saugers. For pike, larger presentations like dead bait rigs are favored. The "Dirty Bomb" jig, a consistent producer with its flashing color and ability to attract aggressive strikes, continues to be highly effective. For sound and vibration, anglers using the Rapala Rippin’ Rap and jigging spoons tipped with minnow heads have also reported great results in stained waters.
Hot spots to consider include the southern shore near Pine Island, where walleyes and saugers are feeding near the Rainy River outlet, and the Northwest Angle for evening walleye action. The deep mud flats and reefs in the lake remain strong options for anglers willing to adapt presentations based on fish activity observed on electronics.
While weather conditions today may be challenging, the fish are active, and with the right lures and techniques, anglers have a strong chance of ending the season with success.
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By Quiet. PleaseFishing on Lake of the Woods today, April 14, 2025, offers some exciting opportunities despite cooler, overcast weather and a mix of snow and rain. Temperatures are expected to hover between 31°F and 42°F with winds around 13 mph. Sunrise is at 6:30 AM, and sunset will be at 8:10 PM, so anglers have a solid window to hit the water.
The walleye and sauger season officially ends today, making it the last chance to target these species before the closure. Many anglers have reported success with walleyes in deeper waters between 22 and 28 feet, possibly due to spring pre-spawn behaviors. Pike fishing remains open year-round, with larger fish moving into 9-15 feet of water near spawning areas. Big northern pike over 40 inches have been caught using smelt, frozen alewives, or live suckers set near the bottom or just below the ice in these zones. Mixed bags of jumbo perch and crappies are also being caught regularly, especially near Pine Island and the Rainy River.
For lures, jigs tipped with minnows are still the go-to for walleyes and saugers. For pike, larger presentations like dead bait rigs are favored. The "Dirty Bomb" jig, a consistent producer with its flashing color and ability to attract aggressive strikes, continues to be highly effective. For sound and vibration, anglers using the Rapala Rippin’ Rap and jigging spoons tipped with minnow heads have also reported great results in stained waters.
Hot spots to consider include the southern shore near Pine Island, where walleyes and saugers are feeding near the Rainy River outlet, and the Northwest Angle for evening walleye action. The deep mud flats and reefs in the lake remain strong options for anglers willing to adapt presentations based on fish activity observed on electronics.
While weather conditions today may be challenging, the fish are active, and with the right lures and techniques, anglers have a strong chance of ending the season with success.
The walleye and sauger season officially ends today, making it the last chance to target these species before the closure. Many anglers have reported success with walleyes in deeper waters between 22 and 28 feet, possibly due to spring pre-spawn behaviors. Pike fishing remains open year-round, with larger fish moving into 9-15 feet of water near spawning areas. Big northern pike over 40 inches have been caught using smelt, frozen alewives, or live suckers set near the bottom or just below the ice in these zones. Mixed bags of jumbo perch and crappies are also being caught regularly, especially near Pine Island and the Rainy River.
For lures, jigs tipped with minnows are still the go-to for walleyes and saugers. For pike, larger presentations like dead bait rigs are favored. The "Dirty Bomb" jig, a consistent producer with its flashing color and ability to attract aggressive strikes, continues to be highly effective. For sound and vibration, anglers using the Rapala Rippin’ Rap and jigging spoons tipped with minnow heads have also reported great results in stained waters.
Hot spots to consider include the southern shore near Pine Island, where walleyes and saugers are feeding near the Rainy River outlet, and the Northwest Angle for evening walleye action. The deep mud flats and reefs in the lake remain strong options for anglers willing to adapt presentations based on fish activity observed on electronics.
While weather conditions today may be challenging, the fish are active, and with the right lures and techniques, anglers have a strong chance of ending the season with success.