Lake of the Woods, Minnesota Fishing Report Today

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report.

We’re on **early to mid-ice** now and things are shaping up nicely on Big Traverse. According to Minnesota Outdoor News’ December 9 Lake of the Woods report, early-ice action has been solid with **walleyes, saugers, and jumbo perch** showing up in good numbers in 17–24 feet, with a few fish sliding deeper as traffic pushes them off the first breaks.

Weather-wise, we’re sitting in classic winter pattern: cold overnights locking in ice, daytime highs moderating just enough for decent comfort if you tuck out of the w...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods, Minnesota fishing report.

We’re solidly into **early-ice** now, and it’s shaping up nicely. Outdoor News’ Lake of the Woods report from December 9 says initial ice action has been **good**, with **walleyes, saugers, and jumbo perch** all in the mix. Lake of the Woods Tourism is echoing that: good numbers of eaters with some nice slot fish and a few big girls showing up during low light.

No tides to worry about on this freshwater inland sea, but barometer and wind still matter. Under this curren...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report.

We’re in true early-ice mode now. According to Lake of the Woods Tourism’s December 9 report, resorts have houses out on the south shore and ice travel is on marked trails with organized operators leading the way. Ice thickness varies, so locals are still saying: stay on the staked roads, no freelance exploring yet.

Weatherwise, the pattern is classic early winter: single digits to teens overnight, teens and low 20s during the day, a light northwest breeze and mostly cloudy skies. That’s just e...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report.

We’re in that sweet early-ice window now. Lake of the Woods Tourism reports resorts have their houses out along the south shore and are running ice roads, with anglers seeing consistent walleye, sauger and some jumbo perch in the buckets. Outdoor News’ December 9 report echoes it: early-ice action has been good, with a solid mixed bag and plenty of eater-size fish.

Sunrise this time of year is right around 8 a.m. with sunset a little after 4 p.m., so your primetime is tight. The...

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in from Lake of the Woods, and we’re finally in full early‑ice mode up here.

Across the south shore, resorts have houses out and the shacks are sitting on solid first‑ice. Lake of the Woods Tourism reports ice fishing is officially underway, with many outfits running bombardiers and track rigs out to heated houses in the 18–24 foot range off Pine Island and out of Morris Point and Zippel Bay. December walleye fishing on first ice is traditionally excellent, and guides are already calling the bite “very good.”

No real tides to...

This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake of the Woods fishing report.

We’re in full early‑ice mode up here. According to Minnesota Outdoor News’ Lake of the Woods report from December 2, resorts on the south end are now running angler traffic to marked ice roads, with 7–10 inches of good ice in close and building as you move out. Rainy River is mostly locked, with just a few pockets of current still sketchy, and the Northwest Angle is seeing similar early‑season conditions with snow cover on top. Travel light, stick to resort roads, and don’t free...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report, coming to you from up here on the edge of Minnesota’s ice belt.

We’re in full early-ice mode now. Outdoor News’ Lake of the Woods report from December 2 says Four Mile Bay and the south shore have been building fishable ice, with resorts walking out and starting to run light ATV and side‑by‑side traffic on their marked roads. According to Minnesota News Network, rescue crews were already called for an ice incident on the lake this week, so stay on resort trails, avoid crac...

Alright folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods ice report, straight from the big water they call Gitche Gumee.

We’re still in that early ice window, and yesterday’s rescue over near Graceton Beach is a sharp reminder: ice conditions are changing fast out there. The Lake of the Woods County Sheriff’s Office says that angler was standing on thin ice, surrounded by 400 feet of open water near Fred’s Beds Access. They got him out safe with an airboat, but it could’ve gone bad real quick. Four inches of clear, new ice is...

Walleye folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods update, coming at you like a north wind over the ice.

We’re in early ice now, with most of the main basin locked up and resorts just starting to mark and test trails. Walk-only and maybe light ATV traffic out of the big south-end resorts is the name of the game; trucks and big wheelhouses are still a ways off. Think safety first: stick to staked resort roads, bring a spud bar, and don’t go exploring off on your own.

Weather is classic bord...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Thursday, December 4th, 2025. We're deep into early winter now, and things are shaping up beautifully for ice fishing season.

Let's talk weather first. We're looking at brutally cold conditions this morning with wind chills dropping as low as minus 20 degrees Fahrenheit. High temperatures today will only climb into the low teens, so bundle up before you head out. Winds will shift to the south and southwest later this morning, becoming quite breezy between 10 to 20 miles per hour, gusting up to 30 or even 35 miles...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025.

We're deep into early winter now, and the main lake is getting colder with slush ice forming across the surface. If you're thinking about heading out, day houses are typically getting off the water around December 10th, give or take, so you've got a narrow window here.

The fishing pressure remains light right now, which is actually good news for those brave enough to venture out. Walleye are still feeding up as we transition into the colder months...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025.

Well, we're deep into early winter now, and conditions are shifting fast out here. The National Weather Service is calling for southwest winds at 10 to 20 miles per hour today with waves running 1 to 2 feet—manageable if you're careful. Temperatures are sitting in the 15 to 25-degree range, so bundle up. We're looking at mostly cloudy skies, but nothing too severe rolling in.

Now here's the thing—ice has rapidly formed on area lakes, but let me be crystal clear: it i...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Monday, December 1st, 2025. We're deep into late fall now, and conditions out here are shifting as we head into winter.

**Weather and Conditions**

It's a chilly morning on the lake with temperatures hovering in the low 20s. We're looking at relatively calm conditions today, which is perfect for getting out on the water. The sun's coming up around 7:45 AM and setting early around 4:15 PM, so make those daylight hours count.

**Fish Activity**

Walleye fishing has been solid...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Sunday, November 30th, 2025.

We're heading into late fall now, and I gotta tell you, this is one of my favorite times of year to be on the ice. The walleye bite has been absolutely fantastic lately. Just yesterday we had reports of a late fall walleye blitz happening right here on our lake—conditions are perfect for these guys right now as the water temps drop.

Let's talk about what's been working. For walleye, you'll want to have some jigging spoons an...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure bringing you the Lake of the Woods fishing report for Saturday, November 29th, 2025. We're right in that sweet spot of late fall here on the lake, and conditions are shaping up nicely for anglers.

Water temps have dropped to a chilly 42 degrees, and the fish are actively feeding. The best action right now is happening in 15 to 25 feet of water along traditional fall locations—Pine Island to Morris Point Gap, Zippel Bay, Long Point, and over to Twin Islands are all producing.

We've got ice-making weather moving in across the st...

Good morning, folks! This is Artificial Lure bringing you the Lake of the Woods fishing report for Friday, November 28th, 2025.

We're in that sweet spot of late fall here on the lake, and conditions are absolutely prime for walleye fishing. The Rainy River is still showing rare open water this late in the season, which is fantastic news for anglers willing to make the run. We're seeing excellent walleye action using jig and minnow setups around current breaks, edges, and deeper holes—that's where the fish are stacking up right now.

The south shore continues to pr...

Good morning, folks! This is Artificial Lure bringing you the Lake of the Woods fishing report for Thursday, November 27th, 2025.

We're looking at sunrise around 7:30 this morning with sunset coming early at about 4:45 PM, so you've got a short window to get out there. The waters are cooling down fast as we head into freeze-up season, and conditions are shaping up to be prime time for walleye and northern pike fishing right now.

Weather-wise, we're expecting relatively mild conditions today compared to what we've seen, but make no mistake—freeze-up is coming hard and fast. If yo...

Artificial Lure here with the Lake of the Woods fishing report for Wednesday, November 26th, 2025.

Sunrise this morning was around 7:30 a.m. with the sun setting at 4:26 p.m. No tidal movement to mention, but the main event lately has been that cap of cold air finally settling in after a string of milder weather. Water temperatures have dropped to around 36°F on the South Shore, and folks are already watching the forecast with ice gear at the ready. Lows in the single digits are coming by the weekend, which means the late open-water bite won’t last muc...

This is Artificial Lure, coming to you with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for November 25, 2025—it’s late fall on the Rainy River, and ice is starting to settle in, but open water still lingers in some bays and near river mouths.

Weather this morning is classic up north: 16°F with light snow and a brisk northwest wind at 12 mph, so bundle up and plan for windchill. Sunrise was at 7:36 AM, and sunset will fall around 4:30 PM, giving us just enough daylight for a solid session. No tides to worry about on freshwater, but the lake’s early...

Good morning, folks. It’s a crisp Monday here on the shores of Lake of the Woods, and the air is thick with that late fall chill. The sun came up at 7:20 this morning and will set at 4:42, giving us a short window to get out on the water. The forecast calls for a high near 40 degrees, with a light breeze out of the northwest—perfect for a day on the ice or a last-minute open-water run before the freeze really sets in.

The water temperature is holding steady around 42 degrees, and the fish are active, especially in 15 to 2...

Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Friday, November 21, 2025.

The sun rises at 7:17 am and sets early at 4:44 pm today, so plan your trip around those limited daylight hours. No tides here in Lake of the Woods, but recent cold snaps mean ice is starting to creep in, especially on the bays. Still, open water persists out on the main lake and near the Rainy River, but be cautious—ice varies by location, so check conditions locally and play it safe if you’re venturing far from shore.

Weatherwise, it's crisp: overnight lows...

Good morning, folks. It’s Thursday, November 20th, and the air’s got that crisp bite only Lake of the Woods knows how to deliver this time of year. Sunrise was at 7:31 AM, and sunset will be at 4:49 PM, so you’ve got a short window to get out there and make it count. The weather’s holding steady—mostly cloudy, with temps hovering around 38 degrees, and a light breeze out of the northwest. No tides to speak of up here, but the water’s calm, and that’s what matters for the early ice anglers.

The water temperature’s...

Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report, Wednesday, November 19th, 2025.

We’re deep into late fall and you can feel it—temps are down, water’s cooled to about 40-42°F, and the first skim ice is showing up in back bays and around the harbors. Sunrise this morning came at 7:28 AM, and sunset will be right around 4:35 PM. No tides to worry about up here, just shoreline ice beginning its slow creep, especially overnight as lows nudge the mid-20s. Expect mostly cloudy skies and highs scraping the mid-30s—a bundled-up kind of day with...

Good morning from Lake of the Woods—this is Artificial Lure bringing you the latest bite for Tuesday, November 18, 2025. The mercury’s hovering around that 30-degree mark, and we’re waking up to a mostly cloudy sky with a light west-northwest breeze clipping along at about 10 mph. Expect a high near 34°F today, so layer up but don’t let it keep you off the water. We saw sunrise this morning at 7:31 a.m., and you’ll get daylight until sunset at 4:38 p.m.

Tidal reports aren’t relevant for freshwater bodies like Lake of the Woods, but with a steady...

Good morning folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Monday, November 17th, 2025.

The late fall chill has settled in hard up here, but don't let that discourage you. The water temperature's dropped to around 42 degrees, and let me tell you, that's when these walleye and sauger start feeding like crazy. This is prime time for the late fall transition bite we've been tracking.

**Current Conditions:**
We're in that sweet spot where the fish are stacking up tight. The best action remains in 15 to 25 feet of water, especially where...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Sunday, November 16th, 2025. The late fall chill has settled in, but anglers willing to layer up are being rewarded with some classic border water action. No tidal swings to report this far inland, and daylight is short, with sunrise around 7:17 AM and sunset near 4:43 PM. Skim ice has started to form in sheltered bays, but open water persists in the main basin and river mouths, keeping both boat and shore opportunities alive.

Today’s weather is brisk and typical for November. Expect early morning temps in th...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods, Minnesota fishing report for Saturday, November 15th, 2025.

It’s another crisp morning on the border, and if you’re making the trek out, you’ll find dropping temps—water temperature has slipped to about 42 degrees, according to Outdoor News, setting the stage for true late-fall conditions. The sunrise hit at 7:23 AM, with sunset expected around 4:41 PM. It’s feeling like November, with highs near 45, lows touching into the upper 20s, and a mix of clouds and blustery northwest winds. Dress warm and plan on a cloudy sky most of the day. N...

Good morning, folks. It’s Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for today, November 14, 2025. The sun’s coming up around 7:30 this morning, and it’ll set just after 5:00, so you’ve got a solid day ahead if you’re hitting the water. The weather’s been a bit of a rollercoaster—last weekend brought cold temps and snow, but we warmed up a touch this week, with highs in the upper 30s and a mix of sun and clouds. The water temperature is holding steady around 42 degrees, and there’s skim ice forming in some of the shallower...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Thursday, November 13, 2025—let’s jump right into what’s biting and where you want to be to fill your bucket.

The mercury’s dropped—surface water temps are down to around 42 degrees, which has kicked the late fall walleye and sauger bite into high gear across the south shore. According to the latest from Lake of the Woods Tourism and Outdoor News, the best action this week has been in 15 to 25 feet of water, with locals grinding up solid numbers in that 18-26 foot range, especially early and...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Tuesday, November 11, 2025. The fall bite is hanging on strong as we push deeper into November, and the lake’s showing exactly why this time of year is prized for hardy anglers.

Weather’s running crisp and classic for mid-November—overnight lows dropped below freezing, and we’re topping out in the mid-30s today with a gentle northwest breeze. No tide to worry about inland, but your daylight is at a premium: sunrise checked in at 7:11 a.m. and sunset’s right around 4:43 p.m., so don’t burn...

Artificial Lure here, coming at you from Lake of the Woods on this crisp Monday morning, November 10th, 2025.

Weather started clear and chilly overnight, with daytime highs expected around the mid-30s. There’s a light breeze from the northwest. No tide report for these inland waters, but sunrise hit at 7:11 a.m. and sunset is lined up for 4:43 p.m. Bit of a shorter window, so it’s best to make the most of these productive daylight hours.

Water temps are cooling, settling into the upper 30s, and that’s got the big fall bite poppin...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you your Sunday morning Lake of the Woods fishing report for November 9, 2025.

We kicked off the day with sunrise at 7:12 AM, and anglers can expect sunset to land right around 4:50 PM. No tides up here—just that good ol’ freshwater wind and weather to watch. This week’s been classic November: cold fronts rolling through, water temps cooling rapidly, and a heavy sky hanging over the lake with scattered clouds. Winds have eased compared to last week’s blow, so more boats are venturing out, especially since deer hunters are mostly off the water.
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Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods, Minnesota fishing report for Saturday, November 8, 2025.

First light hit the water at 7:12 AM, with sunset coming at 4:41 PM tonight. Air temps started crisp in the upper 30s at dawn, climbing toward a high near 56°F this afternoon. Skies are patchy clouds, with a gentle south breeze expected and no precipitation in the forecast—classic mid-fall conditions up here on the border.

No tidal swings, of course, so it's all about sun, wind, and that dropping water temp. The colder water’s got fish moving deeper, but the bite’...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods, Minnesota fishing report for Friday, November 7, 2025.

We’re looking at classic late fall conditions on the big water this morning. After close to two inches of rain last week, lake levels are a bit below normal but very fishable. Bullrushes are standing dense in the bays, and the water clarity remains good, though expect some areas with thick weeds—outboards might struggle in tangled patches along the south side. Getting out early will pay off, as sunrise is around 7:01 a.m., with sunset coming at 4:45 p.m.

Temp...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods, Minnesota fishing report for Thursday, November 6th, 2025.

Folks waking up in and around Baudette found sunrise at 7:12 AM, and you’re in for early dark with sunset at about 4:51 PM. Weather today feels like late fall – a chilly start with temps near 25°F at dawn, crawling toward a high of 44°F this afternoon. Clouds will roll in by noon, with light south winds ticking up to around 10 mph. Yesterday’s clear skies cooled the water quick, so expect fish to be hugging structure and mud flats a little tighter than las...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your fishing roundup for Lake of the Woods, Minnesota, on this brisk Wednesday, November 5th, 2025. Sunrise hit us at 7:18 AM this morning, and you can expect sunset around 4:54 PM this afternoon. The weather's leaning on the classic side for November—temps are hanging in the high 30s early, rising to the mid-40s, with a touch of that Northwest wind pushing 15-20 mph and gusts close to 30. Make sure to bundle up out there.

No tides to worry about on our big freshwater lake, but the real action is in the wa...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for November 4, 2025. With late fall settling in, anglers still have plenty of reasons to get out on the water, thanks to favorable weather and some hot bites.

Let’s start with the **weather**. It’s clear and crisp this week, with temperatures ranging from the mid-30s up to the low 50s today. It’ll warm a bit as the day goes on, peaking near 12°C by mid-afternoon, and winds will be modest from the west at 8 to 13 knots according to the PredictWind forecast. You’ll want a good ja...

Artificial Lure here, coming to you with today’s November 3rd fishing report for Lake of the Woods, Minnesota.

**Weather and Lake Conditions:**
Lake of the Woods woke up to a classic late fall morning—mostly sunny skies, daytime highs near 54, breezy southwest winds reaching 20 to 30 mph, gusting to a blustery 40 at times according to the National Weather Service. Lows tonight dip to the mid-30s, so layer up out there. Water temps have cooled to about 53 degrees—right where we want them for some fired up fall fishing. Sunrise today hit around 7:59 AM, with sunset at 5:51 PM, ma...

Artificial Lure here with your Sunday, November 2nd fishing update for Lake of the Woods, Minnesota. The first thing you’ll notice this morning is a classic northern fall chill in the air—temps starting around 43°F and only rising into the low 50s for your high, so bundle up and expect that midday sun to make things a touch more pleasant. Sunrise is at 8:01 AM, and sunset will set the stage at 5:48 PM. With a waxing crescent moon, you can expect some decent fish activity, especially around the major bite windows: 12:02 to 2:02 PM and early morning 5:48 to 6:48 AM, prime times...

Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Saturday, November 1, 2025. The fall bite continues to fire, with classic northwest chill setting the scene. At sunrise—around 8:06 AM—you’ll find air temps near freezing, warming up to a high around 6°C by mid-afternoon. Sunset tonight wraps up early, just past 5:54 PM. Winds on Zippel Bay and across Big Traverse are light and variable, mostly 4–11 knots, making for pleasant conditions for boaters. No tides here, just the slow drop in water temps—surface readings are hovering about 55 degrees, a perfect setup for walleye action according to the Lake of the Wood...

This is Artificial Lure bringing you the latest from Lake of the Woods, Minnesota, on this crisp Halloween morning, October 31, 2025. With fall in full swing and water temperatures tapering off to the low 50s—down to about 53 degrees according to Lake of the Woods Tourism—the walleye bite is classic fall style: consistent, shallow, and mixed with a few surprises in the net.

It’s a late autumn sunrise at 7:56 AM, with sunset rolling in around 6:01 PM. No tidal updates for this big freshwater border lake, but weather is ruling the bite. Recent brisk north winds and cooling nights...

Hey there, folks It's Artificial Lure here, bringing you the latest from Lake of the Woods, Minnesota. Today, October 30, 2025, we're expecting a crisp morning with a sunrise around 7:35 AM and sunset at about 5:30 PM. The weather is cooling down, which is perfect for our fall walleye bite.

Recently, anglers have been catching good numbers of walleyes, saugers, jumbo perch, and the occasional crappie or northern pike. The best action is in 17 to 25 feet of water, with vertical jigging using frozen or live emerald shiners being the go-to method. Hot jig colors include orange/chartreuse, gold/orange, and glow...

This is Artificial Lure, coming to you with today’s October 29, 2025, angler’s report for beautiful Lake of the Woods, Minnesota.

We’re hitting the tail end of October and that fall chill is finally tightening its grip—lows around the lake flirted with the upper 30s this morning, and we’re looking at a crisp high of about 56°F as the day unfolds, with moderate northwest breezes making for brisk but very fishable conditions. Sunrise is right around 7:54 AM and sunset will sneak up on us at 6:04 PM, so there’s a good window for both morning and afternoon...

Artificial Lure reporting from Lake of the Woods, Minnesota, on this crisp October 28th morning, where the kitchen thermometer hovered near 33 degrees when I launched and a heavy mist rolled over the water as the first hints of sunrise cut through the clouds. Sunrise came at about 7:54 AM and sunset is set for 6:05 PM—plenty of daylight for another fine fall bite, even if we’re a week out from the witching hour of turnover.

No tides to speak of up here, but these cooling temps have the fish in overdrive. Surface temps dropped to about 53 degrees this week...

This is Artificial Lure with your October 27th Lake of the Woods fishing report, right here on the U.S. side—where fall’s crisp bite meets golden sunrise on sprawling northern water.

Let’s start with the weather. This morning dawned crisp, with air temps starting in the low 40s. Highs today should inch up to around 54°, so it’s solid jacket weather out there. According to Solunar Forecast, sunrise was at 7:44 AM and sunset is coming up at 6:13 PM. Fishing activity is rated *good* for today, with major bite windows running from 1:05 to 3:05 this morning and then agai...

Artificial Lure here with the Lake of the Woods, Minnesota fishing report for Sunday, October 26th, 2025. Sunrise today came at 7:43 AM, with sunset expected at 6:15 PM, giving anglers a solid window of daylight to work with. We’re sitting in the heart of fall weather, starting cool in the low 40s this morning, warming up near 69 degrees by mid-afternoon—classic conditions for a hot late-season bite according to Solunar Forecast.

The past week saw some strong winds, limiting time on open water, but those who got out found the **walleye bite holding strong**, especially in that 17 to 25 foot rang...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Saturday, October 25th, 2025.

The fall walleye bite is holding strong up here despite some challenging conditions we've had this past week. Those strong winds that rolled through limited opportunities for many anglers, but things are settling down now and the fishing remains solid.

Right now, the best action is coming from depths of 17 to 25 feet. Vertical jigging with frozen or live emerald shiners is absolutely the go-to presentation this time of year. The shiners are plentiful in the system and...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods, Minnesota fishing report for October 24th, 2025.

The fall bite is holding strong despite a stretch of gusty winds limiting some boat action this past week. We’ve had highs in the low-to-mid 50s, and lows near freezing, with water temps dropping—prime conditions for targeting those classic Lake of the Woods walleyes. According to Outdoor News, the best bite right now is coming from 17 to 25 feet of water. Vertical jigging with frozen or live emerald shiners is your best play, but those trolling crankbaits continue to see good acti...

Here’s your Lake of the Woods, Minnesota fishing report for October 23, 2025, brought to you by Artificial Lure, your trusted angling expert in these northern waters.

We’re waking up today under a soft fall sky, with sunrise clocking in right around 7:46 AM and sunset expected just after 6:14 PM. Temps will swing from the upper 30s at dawn to the mid-50s by afternoon—crisp, classic October weather. Winds are light out of the west, promising manageable drift for those jigging. No tide to track on this freshwater giant, so focus squarely on weather and water temp: surface temps...

This is Artificial Lure checking in with your local Lake of the Woods fishing report for Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

First light broke at 7:38 AM today, with sunrise edging just above the lingering fog on the water. Expect sunset tonight around 6:21 PM—that gives us a solid window, and with the solunar forecast showing peak feeding from about 12:02 PM to 2:02 PM, midday is absolutely prime time to be out there.

Weather’s cooperating—temperatures started brisk near 40°F this morning but are pushing up to around 69°F by afternoon. No major wind or rain in the forecast, just the clas...

Artificial Lure checking in from Lake of the Woods bright and early on Tuesday, October 21st, 2025. First light cracked the horizon around 7:40 AM, with sunset expected at 6:20 PM, giving us plenty of daylight for chasing finned trophies. True to late October form, a cold front rolled through last night and it’s feeling crisp. Expect highs in the upper 40s, maybe scraping 50 if we're lucky. Winds are lively—gusts could push up to 35 or even 40 mph today—so dress for the chop and plan your boat route accordingly. A few scattered showers are in the cards, especially heading toward midday, but no...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming to you straight from the chilly, fresh waters around Lake of the Woods, Minnesota, with your fishing update for October 20th, 2025.

First things first—weather’s a biggie today. After a mild, foggy dawn, we’re seeing temperatures start out near 43°F, rising only slightly as the sky clears out by midday. There’s a light breeze out of the north-northeast at around 8 mph, which means decent chop on the big water but nothing too wild for the v-hulls and aluminum skiffs. Humidity is running brisk at about 80%, giving things that clas...

Good morning folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Sunday, October 19th, 2025.

We woke up to brisk, classic fall weather—temps hanging in the upper 30s this morning, rising just past 50 as the sun makes its slow climb. Sunrise hit at 7:42 AM, with sunset expected at 6:21 PM, giving us a hearty slab of daylight to wet those lines. Winds are calm out of the northwest early, forecast to pick up a touch by midday, but nothing that’ll keep a stubborn angler off the lake. No tidal swings here, being a freshwater bord...

Artificial Lure here with your October 18, 2025 Lake of the Woods fishing report—let’s jump right in with what anglers are seeing on the water today.

Weather’s just about textbook October up here: chilly mornings around 36°F, warming up to about 56°F as we get into the afternoon, mostly clear with light winds, which has led to a stellar bite as the water begins to cool. The solunar tables call today a “Good++” fishing day, with a minor feeding window right as the sun comes up. Sunrise rolled in at 7:32 AM, and we’ll have daylight until 6:27 PM—plenty of t...

Good morning from the edge of Lake of the Woods—Artificial Lure here with your local fishing report for October 17, 2025. Fall has painted these shores with color, and the bite is following suit.

First off, anglers are waking up to a mild October chill, with water temperatures holding in the mid-50s. Early morning’s calm is giving way to light winds expected throughout the day. According to FishingReminder, sunrise is at 7:31 AM and sunset at 6:29 PM. There’s no tidal swing to worry about in these parts, just the dependable rhythm of the basin and the crank of you...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

We woke up to brisk winds kicking up this morning, with gusts pushing 40 mph after an unseasonably warm stretch. Surface temps have finally dropped to around 55 degrees across much of the lake. The air this morning hovered near 39 degrees, so gloves are no longer optional if you’re heading out early. Sunrise hit at 7:32 AM, and sunset is at 6:24 PM—plenty of daylight, but you’ll want to be anchored in a protected bay before nightfall.

There’s no tide in these fr...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Sunday, October 12th, 2025.

Well folks, we're looking at some interesting conditions out there today. The weather's been unseasonably warm this past week, but we're finally getting that fall cooldown everyone's been waiting for. Sunrise hit around 7:30 this morning, and we've got until about 6:45 tonight before the sun goes down. Now, Lake of the Woods being a freshwater lake, we don't worry about tides here, but water levels have been holding steady.

The big news is that walleye fishing is about...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Saturday, October 11th, 2025.

We're seeing some excellent fall fishing conditions out here on the big water. Sunrise came through at 7:17 this morning, giving us plenty of daylight to work with as we chase those fall fish. The first shot of cool air has finally arrived, and it's really kicked the walleye bite into gear like we've been waiting for.

The best action this week is happening in 17 to 27 feet of water. Vertical jigging with a frozen emerald shiner is absolutely...

Alright folks, this is Artificial Lure, coming at you live from the legendary Lake of the Woods, where fall is painting the shoreline gold and the walleyes are ready to rumble. Let’s get right into it—here’s your real-deal, boots-in-the-boat fishing report for Friday, October 10, 2025.

First, let’s talk weather. You’re looking at crisp, clear Northwoods skies today—perfect for a long day on the water or hunkering down over a thermos of hot coffee. Sunrise was at 5:07 AM and sunset will roll in at 7:31 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to work those honey holes. Nauti...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming at you on this beautiful Tuesday, October 8th, here in the Lake of the Woods region.

Water temps are hanging tough in the low 60s despite the calendar saying fall - but don't let that fool you. The shorter days are triggering classic fall patterns and the walleye bite is absolutely on fire right now.

Jeff Sundin's recent reports show walleyes stacking up along the entire south shore from Pine Island to Zippel Bay, holding in that sweet 22 to 30 foot range. OutdoorsFIRST confirms schools are positioned at traditional...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you your Sunday Lake of the Woods fishing report for October 5, 2025. It’s the heart of autumn up north, and while the cold hasn’t locked us down yet, the bite is shifting along with the season.

Sunrise this morning hit right at 5:07 am, with sunset coming at 7:31 pm. Daylight’s still hanging tough for solid early starts and evening wraps. The waxing gibbous moon offers plenty of night overhead, with major fish activity predicted for 7:51 to 9:51 this morning and another peak from 8:20 to 10:20 tonight, according to Fishing Reminder’s solunar tables. If you’re looking...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods angler’s report for Saturday, October 4th, 2025. Air started out crisp this morning with temps near 48°F and a touch of humidity hanging from the calm lake surface. Today’s barometer drifted steady at 30.06 inches with a mild south wind barely topping 2 knots, and the water temperature holding strong around 76°F at sunrise—right in the transition zone and still a touch warm for the classic fall bite. The forecast from WeatherWorld says skies will stay partly cloudy with highs pushing into the low 70s by late afternoon. Sunrise at 7:19 a.m., su...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Friday, October 3, 2025. Today’s bringing us that classic early October mix: chilly dawn hours giving way to a cool and sunlit day. Sunrise hit at 7:14 AM, with sunset coming up at 6:53 PM. Weather’s looking stable—expect highs nudging the upper 60s, maybe touching 70°F by midday, lows overnight closer to 40°F. Winds are calm, lake water temp is holding around 67°F—still a bit warmer than usual for this time, keeping fish in late-summer patterns, according to Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News.

If you’re planning when...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Wednesday, October 1st, 2025.

The weather this morning starts off mild and patchy, with a high reaching 78°F and the chance for a rain shower later in the day—keep your rain gear handy, especially as humidity sits high and winds are light from the southeast. Sunrise was at 7:18 AM, and sunset will be just before 7:00 PM, making for a condensed bite window around dusk and dawn, classic prime time on the big basin.

Water temps on the south end are still holding in the...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Sunday, September 28, 2025. We’re rolling into early fall, but conditions are still feeling downright summery with water temps holding warmer than usual for this time of year, and fish patterns reflecting that. Let’s dig in.

Today’s weather is setting up nicely: expect daytime highs around 73°F, with overnight lows dipping to about 52°F. Sunrise came at 7:11 a.m., and you’ll see sunset at 7:02 p.m. We’ve got clear to partly cloudy skies and a gentle breeze—just enough chop for a walleye chop, but noth...

It’s Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods, Minnesota fishing report for Saturday, September 27th, 2025.

Sunrise was at 7:08 this morning and you’ll see sunset at 7:02 tonight—plenty of daylight to get on some fish before the sun tucks down behind those golden northern woods. Temps are starting out in the upper 40s, climbing to the mid-60s by afternoon, with a light westerly wind about 7-12 mph—classic fall conditions on the big lake. The sky’s breaking up with a mix of clouds and sun, and there’s that crisp snap to the air. Water t...

Sun came up over Lake of the Woods at 7:09 a.m. today, painting the sky purple and gold, and we’re looking for sunset at 7:11 p.m.—prime time for the fall bite. Weather’s cooperating: this morning started brisk at 39°, but we’ll see highs near 57° and light winds around 6 mph—comfortable for early autumn, with that classic “good for fishing” cloud cover rolling in after noon. No tides here, just water levels holding steady and conditions right for shoreline and island casting.

Locals working the lake this week have found **walleye biting best in the late afternoon and ne...

Artificial Lure here with your Wednesday morning Lake of the Woods fishing report, local time just after 2:35 a.m. We’re stepping into early fall up here, and let me tell ya—the bite is hot.

First, let’s touch weather. Sunrise hit the water about 7:05 a.m., sunset will be right around 7:12 p.m. It’s classic fall in northern Minnesota: breezy, crisp, and sitting in the mid-60s today with a light northwest wind. No tides, of course, on this inland gem, but water clarity is good with cooler overnight temps pushing fish shallow.

Walleye...

Lake of the Woods is waking up to a brisk bite as fall edges in. Sunrise hit at 7:04 a.m., with sunset coming up at 7:19 p.m. Weather this morning started clear, low 50s at dawn with a light northwest wind—perfect for walleye chop by late morning. Water temps sit in the low 60s and are dropping, fueling an uptick in fish activity all across the south shore and out to the basin.

Walleye action is center stage now. Limits of both walleyes and saugers are hitting the coolers, especially in 22-27 feet from Pine Island out to...

Good morning from Lake of the Woods—Artificial Lure here, bringing you a boots-on-the-dock fishing report for Friday, September 19th, 2025. After a string of warm days, the weather’s shaping up perfect for some classic fall fishing. Today we’re expecting highs around 73°F and a crisp early morning low near 52, with a light south breeze settling in and a good day rating for fish activity. Sunrise came at 6:58 am and you’ve got until just after 7:20 pm before sunset closes the book on the day.

Solunar tables put today’s best bite in the early morning minor window righ...

Artificial Lure reporting in with your mid-September fishing rundown from Lake of the Woods, Minnesota.

Weather today is classic early fall up here—west winds blowing at 10 to 20 mph, with wave heights from 1 to 2 feet this morning, subsiding as the day goes on. Expect highs between 65 and 75, and partly sunny skies with a touch of morning smoke. For the night, winds tick down to 10 to 15 mph, temps dipping into the lower 60s, and mostly clear conditions. Monday brings a chance of showers, but today promises pleasant fishing weather and good visibility. Sunrise rolled in at 6:57 a.m., and su...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Sunday, September 14, 2025.

Today was classic September on the big lake: sunrise broke at 6:51 AM and sunset will hit at 7:30 PM, giving us about 12 hours and 40 minutes of daylight. No tidal fluctuations here in Northwest Minnesota, but water temperatures are on the drop, hanging in the low 60s—Big Traverse Bay buoys were reading 61 to 63 degrees this afternoon, signaling a real transition into fall patterns. Weather was cool, mostly overcast with intermittent breezy spells—prime conditions for walleyes and perch to bite according to local guides and rece...

Artificial Lure here with your morning fishing report for Lake of the Woods, Minnesota, for Sunday, September 14th, 2025. We’re officially settling into that early fall pattern, and it’s showing all over the lake—the bite’s picking up and the changing season is bringing the walleyes, saugers, and bonus jumbo perch closer to shore.

Weather at sunrise is a brisk 52 degrees with patchy fog and light northwest winds expected to build later—plan for waves kicking up by afternoon. High’s headed for the upper 60s, but keep the rain gear handy, as some scattered showers are rolling...

Good morning folks, this is Artificial Lure, coming to you with the September 13, 2025 fishing report from Lake of the Woods, Minnesota. As we roll into mid-September, the lake is showing all the classic signs of the early fall transition: shorter days, cooling water, and fish on the move. If you’re thinking about hitting the water today, here’s what you need to know.

Weather-wise, it’s shaping up to be a classic northern Minnesota fall day. Sunrise was at 6:53 AM, with sunset just after 7:26 PM. Temps are steady – expect highs in the low 60s, maybe edging into the uppe...

Lake of the Woods is showing off its September attitude—fall transition is well underway, with cool overnight temps settling lake water into the low 60s. Surface readings on Big Traverse Bay now linger right at 61-63°F, and that's got walleyes shifting gears from their summer deep mud hangouts and moving steadily toward shorelines and reef edges. Sun rises locally at 6:53 a.m. and sets around 7:31 p.m., so your prime windows are changing just as quickly as the bite.

Clouds and light winds have dominated this week, steady but never punishing. That gray sky yesterday brought out...

Artificial Lure here with your Wednesday morning Lake of the Woods fishing report for September 10, 2025.

Day’s breaking at 6:51AM with sunset tonight at 7:37PM, giving us over 12 hours on the water. Early September weather’s treating us kindly—expect mid-60s by afternoon, little wind, and patchy fog lingering on the lake at dawn. Even this late in summer, mornings are crisp enough for a jacket, but you'll be shedding layers once the sun bites through by midmorning.

Lake of the Woods isn’t tidal, but moon phase and barometric pressure do influence the bite. With a w...

Lake of the Woods was glass calm early this morning, just a touch of northwest wind kicking up by mid-day, and the summer bite is finally flipping into that early fall mode. Sunrise came in around 6:44 a.m., with sunset expected near 7:41 p.m.—plenty of daylight to chase the bite across the basin. Weather is classic September: mostly sunny skies, highs nudging up into the mid-60s, with west winds hovering around 10 mph. Nights are cooling down, dropping into the upper 40s, and water temps are sliding, which means shifting fish patterns and a little more fire in the ac...

Artificial Lure here checking in for your Lake of the Woods fishing report, Saturday September 6th, 2025. After an unseasonably cold week, a frost advisory remains in effect across Lake of the Woods this morning. Temps dropped to the low 30s overnight, making for a crisp start that’s more October than September. Highs today are expected to struggle out of the fifties, and you’ll want a jacket for any early launch. Sunrise hit at 6:43 AM and sunset’s rolling in at 7:39 PM. No tidal report for the lake—she’s landlocked and wind-driven—but don’t overlook those overnight chills stirrin...

Artificial Lure reporting from Lake of the Woods, Minnesota, on this crisp Friday, September 5th, 2025.

Sun rose at 6:39 AM and will set at 7:40 PM tonight, stretching out a fine window for anglers to take advantage of early morning bites and lingering evening action. The water’s cooling off after an unusually rainy, humid summer—which means the classic fall patterns have come on quick. Leaves are starting to change along the shoreline, and you might catch that flash of red and gold as you motor out—FOX 9 reports the colors are rolling in a tad early this year.
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It’s Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025, coming to you from beautiful Lake of the Woods, Minnesota—this is Artificial Lure with today’s fresh fishing report.

The early September transition is officially here, and the lake is shining for anglers willing to adapt to these changing patterns. According to River Bend Resort’s latest updates, September’s cooling waters put walleye and sauger on the feed, especially as the water temps dip into the lower 60s. Fall patterns are setting in and fish are prepping for winter, which means aggressive bites and heavy action for those in the know.
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Sunday morning up here on Lake of the Woods, the air’s just got that late August crispness and folks are waking up to a slight north breeze off the basin. At sunrise—around 6:38 AM—waters were glassy, with temps simmering down after last week’s heat. Outdoor News says we had a dip from an early cold front, keeping those overnight lows cool and the water temp falling back into the comfortable upper 60s, which is keeping the deep summer patterns going strong.

Yesterday and already early this morning, walleye action is still the main event. Most folks ar...

Morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Saturday, August 30, 2025. If you’re gearing up for Labor Day weekend, you couldn’t have picked a better time to wet a line up north.

We’re rolling into the early fall transition and the lake’s already sending signals—water temperatures have started dipping due to this week’s early cold front, with leaf tips flashing gold along the shoreline. According to Outdoor News’s latest update from August 27, patterns have been stable, but that dip in temps has the fish perking up. Sunrise today...

Artificial Lure here with your up-to-the-minute Lake of the Woods fishing report for Friday, August 29th, 2025.

The **fall transition** has set in across the south end, and the bite’s as hot as you could hope for this time of year. Water temps out on the buoys are hanging around 65 to 67°F, signaling to anglers and fish alike that summer’s on the way out and the classic autumn walleye run is revving up.

We saw limits of **walleyes** coming in all week, with folks moving a touch deeper to 20–34 feet as those big schools settle in over...

Artificial Lure on the mic with your August 27th Lake of the Woods report, coming to you from right where Minnesota’s north meets the Canadian border. It’s late summer out there—classic dog days—but for those of us chasing fins, the bite shows no sign of slowing.

Mother Nature dealt us a bit of a mixed hand this week. Following a round of storms last weekend, the lake’s water settled down to muggy, sunnier weather. Daytime temps today hover mid to upper 70s, and humidity is back up, so dress for sticky air out there. Sun...

This is Artificial Lure coming at you with your Sunday, August 24th Lake of the Woods fishing report. First light broke at 6:17 AM this morning, and anglers rolling out onto the lake were greeted with a cool, classic late-summer dawn—temps right around 52°F at sunrise, rising toward 73°F as the day moves on. Winds are light, and we’ve got partly cloudy skies lined up through the afternoon. Sunset tonight hits at 8:18 PM, so you’ve got plenty of daylight to chase your limit.

No tides to worry about here, but for you folks who follow the solunar...

Good morning, anglers—Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Saturday, August 23rd, 2025. The sun cracked the horizon at 6:19 AM and will tuck away at 8:13 PM tonight, giving us a generous window to chase some of the best bites of late summer. Weather-wise, we’re sitting under a stable high-pressure system, with temps topping out in the mid-70s, a light southwest breeze, and barely a cloud to be seen—perfect conditions for a run up the lake.

No tides to report, of course, but water clarity’s solid and surface temps have eased up...

Artificial Lure here, reporting straight from the beautiful Lake of the Woods on this fine Friday, August 22, 2025. We’re right in the thick of late summer, and let me tell you, the bite is living up to every bit of our local reputation.

First off—weather. We’re looking at seasonable highs in the mid-70s, dipping down into the upper 50s at night. We had a spate of stable conditions and just a whiff of wind, so surface chop is gentle, perfect for long drifts or anchoring on structure. No tidal influences here with freshwater, but water levels...

Lake of the Woods is serving up a classic late-summer bite that’s got locals and out-of-towners smiling ear to ear. Walleye action is flat-out excellent right now on the South End, especially out across the Big Traverse Bay deep mud basin. Fish are holding at 31–34 feet, and electronics are lighting up across boats throughout the basin. Drifting and trolling crawler harnesses at 1–1.25 mph is the order of the day, with hammered gold blades tipped with a bit of red, pink, orange, or chartreuse standing out as top producers. Plenty of slot walleyes (19.5 to 28 inches) are being caught and released, but go...

Artificial Lure here, checking in with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Sunday, August 17th, 2025.

We’ve had a stretch of classic late summer weather up at the Big Lake—warm days, a steady south breeze in the afternoons, and a mix of sun and high clouds. Early this morning, temps started near 58°F, rising into the low 70s by midday. The sun poked up at 6:11 a.m., and you’ve got until 8:32 p.m. to get lines wet. While we don’t get ocean tides up here, keep an eye on that shifting wind—especially out near th...

Good morning from Lake of the Woods—Artificial Lure here with your local angler’s report for Saturday, August 16, 2025. First light eased over the horizon at 6:10 am and we’ll see sunset at 8:33 pm, giving us a solid stretch of daylight to chase some of the hottest fishing of the summer. The air’s crisp, hovering in the high 60s early, with the forecast calling for partly cloudy skies and light breezes out of the west—a perfect mix for drift fishing and trolling out on the big water.

There’s no tidal report specific to Lake of the Woods, b...

Lake of the Woods is serving up classic mid-August fishing conditions, with a steady late-summer bite across species. It's Artificial Lure, coming at you with the latest local narrative for Friday, August 15, 2025.

The day breaks with sunrise at 6:04 a.m. and sunset wrapping up the action at 8:29 p.m. The weather started out mostly sunny, highs shooting into the mid-80s, but as the morning wore on, expect some gusty south winds up to 20 mph and the possibility of building clouds by afternoon, especially ahead of storms forecasted from Sunday to Tuesday. Water levels are running slightly below...

Lake of the Woods is lighting up this week with some of the best walleye action we’ve seen all summer. Sunrise today is at 6:05 AM with sunset at 8:37 PM. The weather is classic Minnesota August—midday highs pushing into the upper seventies, light winds early but picking up toward afternoon, occasional clouds rolling in to cool things down. There aren’t any tidal swings here, but the new wave buoys over Big Traverse Bay are showing a moderate chop, perfect for stirring up those suspended walleyes, so boaters can check real-time wave info at LakeoftheWoodsMN.com/wavebuoys.

Over t...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Sunday, August 10, 2025. The dog days may be upon us, but the bite’s still got plenty of teeth out on the big lake and her back bays.

Right off the bat, sunrise slid in at 5:59 a.m. and we’re looking at sunset around 8:36 p.m. today. Weather’s been classic August—mornings shaping up calm and muggy, warming to the mid-70s by midday, with a light southerly breeze picking up in the afternoon. Clouds are sliding through off and on; if you get a thunderh...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods, Minnesota fishing report for Saturday, August 9, 2025.

The sun popped over the horizon at 6:08 am, and it's set to duck out around 8:48 pm tonight. Expect a fairly cool August day—highs topping out in the low 70s, thanks to a morning northerly breeze at 10 to 20 mph. Wave action is gentle, running at 1 to 2 feet, with a mostly sunny forecast and just a slight chance for a stray shower early, so pack an extra layer and keep those rain jackets handy[weather.gov].

Low pressure moved through last night wi...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Friday, August 8th, 2025.

Lake of the Woods is waking up to classic August conditions: sunrise hit at 5:53 AM and sunset’s set for 8:41 PM. The weather’s muggy, with temps climbing into the low 90s by Friday afternoon and dropping to mid 80s tomorrow. That heat is fueling some scattered showers and a risk of thunderstorms. Winds will start out of the northwest up to 20 knots, easing off toward the evening. The National Weather Service advises everyone to keep an eye out for strong gusts and...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your latest fishing report for Lake of the Woods, Minnesota, today, August 6th, 2025. We’re at the heart of the North Country summer and fishing action is rolling strong. Let’s break down what’s happening on the water, starting with the essentials you folks care about.

The weather’s been cooperating with a light southeast wind around 5 knots, partly cloudy skies, and temps in the upper 60s to mid-70s. Waves are light, under a foot, so small boats are as comfy as the big glass. There’s a slight...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for July 7th, 2025. Midsummer patterns are in full swing, and the lake’s serving up classic July action. Water temps are running around 73°F, perfect for both walleye and bass, and the overall bite has been steady with those afternoon winds putting a ripple on the water—just the way we like it. Sunrise was at 5:19 AM, and sunset hits at 9:23 PM, giving you all the daylight you need to chase those trophies.

Walleyes are center stage as always. According to Outdoor News, Lake of the Woods remai...

Lake of the Woods greeted anglers today with classic midsummer conditions—water temps are hovering around 73°F, ideal for both bass and walleye action, as recently reported by Lake Monster. The day stayed mostly sunny after morning clouds with highs topping out in the low 70s, just about perfect for a long sit in the boat. Waves ran a gentle 1 to 2 feet, so boaters had easy access to remote reefs and rocky points. A light south wind in the early hours swung northwest at about 10 to 20 mph through the day, according to the National Weather Service. A few scattered showers and...

Lake of the Woods is showing off today with perfect early summer conditions for anglers. We kicked off the morning with a crisp sunrise right around 5:18 a.m., and the lake is set to glow until sunset about 9:23 p.m. The weather’s giving us mid-70s, partly cloudy skies, and a light breeze out of the southwest—just enough to keep the bugs away but not enough to push you around on the water. With stable barometric pressure and water temps in the mid-60s, the fish are comfortable and on the move.

Walleyes are the big stor...

Good afternoon, this is Artificial Lure with your Saturday, June 21, 2025, fishing report for Lake of the Woods, Minnesota.

We were greeted this morning with a sunrise at 5:14 AM and can expect sunset around 9:27 PM. The skies are partly cloudy with highs reaching the mid-70s and a steady west-northwest breeze around 10 to 12 mph—prime fishing weather for June! Water temps on the main lake continue to hover in the low 70s, creating optimal conditions for the bite to stay hot.

The jig and minnow bite is still solid all across the south shore, from Pine Island al...