Lake of the Woods, Minnesota Fishing Report - Daily

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...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for June 21st, 2025.

We’re coming off a stretch of stable weather—morning temps start around the mid-50s and climb into the low 70s by afternoon, with light winds from the south and partly cloudy skies expected most of the day. Sunrise hit at 5:13 am, and you can expect sunset at 9:19 pm, so there’s plenty of daylight for chasing trophies across these legendary waters. No tides to worry about, so focus on the wind and light, which have been keeping the walleyes roamin...

Good morning from Lake of the Woods—Artificial Lure here with your June 20, 2025, fishing report, right from the heart of walleye country.

Sunrise lit up the lake at 5:16 AM, and with sunset not until 9:16 PM, we’re blessed with plenty of daylight to chase those legendary catches. The weather’s classic early summer—mild, with highs expected in the mid-70s, a gentle southwest breeze, and partly cloudy skies, making for perfect conditions to be on the water.

Fishing remains red-hot throughout the system, with anglers reporting consistent action across the south shore and up at the Nort...

Good morning from Lake of the Woods—Artificial Lure here with your June 18, 2025, fishing report, right from the heart of walleye country.

Weather today is classic early summer—expect mild temps in the upper 60s to low 70s, with a light northwest breeze. Skies will start partly cloudy but clear as the day goes on. The sun came up at 5:19 AM and will slip below the horizon tonight at 9:30 PM—plenty of daylight to chase trophy fish. No need to worry about tides on Lake of the Woods, as it’s freshwater and non-tidal.

The bite has stay...

Lake of the Woods is truly living up to its reputation this weekend. Sunrise hit around 5:14 AM and you can expect sunset at about 9:26 PM, giving anglers a long, prime window on the water. With light winds this morning, overcast skies, and temperatures dancing in the low 70s, conditions were nearly perfect for an all-day bite. There’s no tidal swing here, just good old-fashioned freshwater fishing.

Walleye remains the main event—limits are coming easy with a nice mix of “eater” sizes and some overslot trophies in the cooler. Most action today came in 24 to 35 feet of water, w...

It's a beautiful day to be out on the water here at Lake of the Woods, Minnesota As we head into the weekend, the fishing conditions are looking fantastic. Today, June 14th, we're expecting a bright and sunny day with temperatures in the mid-70s to low 80s. The sunrise was at about 5:30 AM, and we're looking forward to a sunset around 9:00 PM. The National Weather Service doesn't mention tides affecting the lake, so we can focus on the typical Minnesota weather patterns.

The fishing has been dynamite lately. Walleyes and saugers are biting like crazy, with many...

Hi there, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to expert for all things fishing and angling. Today, June 14th, we're diving into the fantastic fishing scene around Lake of the Woods, Minnesota. Let's get started!

First off, the weather today is looking just right for fishing—a mix of sun and clouds with a gentle breeze. The water temperature is warming up nicely, which means the fish are actively feeding. The sunrise was at about 5:30 AM, and the sunset is expected to be around 9:00 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to reel in some big ones.

Now, ab...

Hey there, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to expert for all things fishing and angling. Today, I'm excited to share with you the latest scoop on Lake of the Woods, Minnesota. As we dive into June 13th, 2025, the fishing scene is absolutely buzzing!

First off, let's talk about the weather. We're looking at a beautiful sunny day with a high of 75°F and a gentle breeze. Sunrise was at 5:26 AM, and sunset will be around 9:01 PM. While Lake of the Woods doesn't have tides, the water levels are stable, making it perfect for a day out on the w...

Good morning, folks—Artificial Lure here with your June 11th Lake of the Woods fishing report straight from the heart of Minnesota’s walleye country.

First up, the weather’s looking about perfect for fishing, with clear skies and highs climbing into the upper 70s. We saw sunrise this morning at 5:17 AM, and you’ll have daylight all the way to sunset at 9:23 PM—plenty of time to hit those hot spots.

The bite continues red-hot, especially for walleyes and saugers. Reports from Lake of the Woods Tourism and Fishrapper show big numbers of fish being caught, wi...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure bringing you your Lake of the Woods fishing report for Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

We’re deep into early summer now, and the bite couldn’t be hotter. According to the latest updates from local guides and the Lake of the Woods Tourism Board, walleye and sauger action has been absolutely red-hot this week. Anglers are reporting plenty of fish in the boat, with sizes ranging from perfect eaters all the way up to trophy walleyes. The protected slot remains in place—if you land a walleye between 19.5 and 28 inches, take a quick photo...

Lake of the Woods is putting on a show this week, with June’s summer bite hitting its stride. The early morning sun today crested the eastern pines at 5:20 AM and you’ll have fishable light straight through sunset at 9:20 PM. The weather’s classic June: mostly sunny skies, mid-70s highs, and a light southwest breeze—ideal conditions for walleyes to stay active all day.

Water temps are climbing into the upper 60s, bringing the real summertime action front and center. “The bite continues to be red-hot on Lake of the Woods, with walleyes and saugers providing plenty of...

Good morning from Lake of the Woods—this is Artificial Lure with your June 7, 2025, fishing report straight from the heart of Minnesota’s walleye country!

We’re kicking off the weekend with warm, calm conditions. Sunrise hit at 5:16 a.m. and expect sunset tonight around 9:19 p.m. The lake is alive under bluebird skies, and water temps have climbed into the low 70s, sparking thick, green weed growth and putting fish in a hungry mood. There’s no tide report for Lake of the Woods, as it’s a freshwater system, but wind direction is light out of the southw...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your June 6th Lake of the Woods fishing report.

We’re sitting in prime summer fishing conditions right now, and the walleye bite continues to sizzle across Lake of the Woods. According to today’s weather outlook, expect mostly sunny skies with a few clouds rolling in, highs in the upper 70s, and a light breeze—a perfect setup to keep those walleyes active. Sunrise was at 5:16 a.m. and sunset will roll around at 9:21 p.m., giving you plenty of daylight to chase fish.

The main lake is sti...

Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your June 4, 2025, Lake of the Woods fishing report, bringing you all the local knowledge you need before you hit the water.

Sunrise came this morning at 5:19 a.m., with sunset ahead at 9:12 p.m. We’ve got classic early summer weather—expect a mix of sun and clouds today, moderate northwest winds, and temps pushing into the upper 60s. The water is warming fast, sitting comfortably above 70°F in many main-lake spots, and the fish are loving it.

Tidal influence isn’t a factor here, but wind direction and weather...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for this beautiful first day of June, 2025.

## Current Conditions

The water's warmed up nicely since our opener last month, and we're seeing some fantastic summer patterns developing. Today's weather is perfect for a day on the water with temps expected to be in the mid-70s. Sunrise was at 5:27 AM, and we'll have plenty of daylight until sunset at 9:12 PM.

## What's Biting

Walleye fishing remains excellent across the lake. Since the May 10th opener, we've seen a strong mix...

This is Artificial Lure with your May 31, 2025, Lake of the Woods fishing report.

We’re off to a classic northland morning—sunrise at 5:24 a.m. and sunset coming at 9:07 p.m., giving you a long day on the water to chase those linesides. Expect a comfortable high in the upper 60s, partly cloudy skies, and light west winds around 7 knots—pretty ideal conditions for staying on anchor or spot-lock. Remember, Lake of the Woods has no tidal movement; it’s all about wind-driven currents and weather shifts.

The bite’s been hot right across the south shore. Acc...

Lake of the Woods Minnesota, Friday, May 30th—Artificial Lure here with your boots-on-the-ground report from one of the Midwest’s legendary angling destinations.

We kicked off today with a sunrise at 5:24 AM and we’ll have plenty of daylight to fish it hard, with sunset at 9:16 PM. The air’s sitting crisp this week, mostly in the upper 60s to low 70s, with a light NW breeze and patchy clouds—a prime walleye chop across the main basin. There’s no tidal influence here, so lake levels are fairly stable.

Fishing’s been red-hot, especially along the south sh...

Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for Lake of the Woods, Minnesota, on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

We’ve had another classic week up here on the big lake, with a string of fronts leaving anglers with a mix of bluebird days and a few windier sessions. Sunrise this morning was bright and early at 5:19 AM, with sunset coming at 9:16 PM. Minnows and jigs continue to rule the roost this season, and the water’s warming up nicely as we move toward summer—the bite is strong.

Starting with the south shore, walleye action has held up despit...

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for this fine Monday morning, May 26th, 2025.

The walleye action continues to be solid around the South Shore following the excellent opener we had earlier this month. Anglers have been finding success in a wide range of depths, from as shallow as 8 feet out to 31 feet of water. The fish seem to be well-distributed, so don't be afraid to try different spots if your first choice isn't producing.

Weather-wise, we've been dealing with some fluctuating systems lately, but the fish don't...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your May 25, 2025, Lake of the Woods fishing report.

We kicked off the holiday weekend with a classic mix of Minnesota weather – a little bit of everything. Recent cold fronts gave way to milder temps this morning, with partly cloudy skies and highs expected in the mid-60s. Sunrise was at 5:24 a.m., and sunset will be at 9:07 p.m., giving us a nice long window to get lines wet. There are no tides to worry about here, so focus on the wind; a slight breeze from the NW could make th...

Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing update for this fine Saturday morning, May 24th, 2025.

The walleye bite has been stellar these past couple weeks despite some unpredictable weather systems moving through. Most anglers are having great success targeting walleyes in 15-31 feet of water all across the south shore. The fish have been spread out a bit, but that's typical as different walleyes are chasing different forage right now.

The most productive method continues to be the tried-and-true jig and minnow combo while anchored up or using your spot lock...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for this beautiful Friday morning, May 23rd, 2025.

The walleye action continues to be strong across the south shore of Lake of the Woods. After that excellent Minnesota Fishing Opener a couple weeks back, the bite has remained steady despite some fluctuating weather systems rolling through the area.

Most anglers are finding success in a pretty wide range of depths, anywhere from 15 to 31 feet of water. The fish aren't all targeting the same forage right now, so you might need to move around a...

Howdy anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for this fine Wednesday morning, May 21, 2025.

Folks, the bite is hot right now across the south shore! This past week has seen excellent walleye and sauger action, with most boats limiting out. Walleyes are currently scattered, being found anywhere from 8 to 31 feet of water depending on where you're dropping lines[1].

The Minnesota Fishing Opener was a real beauty this year with anglers reporting hot walleye action across the board[3]. If you're heading out today, I'd recommend trying various depths as the fish aren't...

Good morning from Lake of the Woods, this is Artificial Lure bringing you the latest fishing report for Monday, May 19, 2025.

The fishing has been nothing short of excellent since the Minnesota opener, and the action is still hot across the south shore and the islands. The walleyes are biting strong, with many anglers reporting limits and plenty of saugers mixed in. Most of the fish are coming from 12 to 18 feet of water along the shorelines from Pine Island to Long Point. For those looking to find the bigger eyes, head out to the deep water triangle from Long...

Howdy anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for this fine Sunday morning, May 18, 2025.

Folks, we've been having some dandy fishing since the Minnesota opener earlier this month, and the action hasn't slowed down one bit! The walleye bite has been nothing short of excellent on the south shore. Most anglers are bringing in their limits with a good mix of walleyes and saugers.

The go-to method right now is still a jig and a minnow over the side of the boat while anchored up. Remember, the combined limit is 6 fish...

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for this fine Saturday morning, May 17th, 2025.

Folks, we've been having an excellent season since the Minnesota Fishing Opener earlier this month. The action has been hot, especially for walleyes and saugers, with most anglers finding good success throughout the south shore area.

The walleye bite continues to be strong, with the post-spawn females active and feeding. Remember, Lake of the Woods has a combined limit of 6 walleyes and saugers (with up to 4 being walleyes). Don't forget that 19.5" to 28" fish must be...

Hey there, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Lake of the Woods fishing report for this beautiful Friday morning, May 16th, 2025.

The walleye action has been excellent since the Minnesota Fishing Opener last weekend! Reports from the south shore show anglers having great success finding both walleyes and saugers. Most folks are having luck with the tried-and-true jig and minnow combo, vertically jigging over the side while anchored up.

Over on the Rainy River, the walleye fishing continues to be productive with a nice mix of big fish, slots, and eaters being caught. Four Mile Bay...

Artificial Lure with your Lake of the Woods report for Wednesday, May 14, 2025.

The spring fishing season is in full swing here on Lake of the Woods, and what a start we had for the opener. The south shore has been producing excellent numbers of walleyes and saugers, with most anglers getting into steady action. Both eater-sized fish and some nice slot walleyes have been reported, and the sauger bite has also been strong. Limits are being caught, with a good mix of walleyes and saugers coming out of the main basin and near the south shore structure[1][2].
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Good morning from Lake of the Woods, this is Artificial Lure checking in with your local fishing report for May 12, 2025.

We have finally waved goodbye to the last of the ice on Big Traverse Bay, and open water is here across the lake and back bays. With water temps still cool from the late ice-out, the action this past weekend was hot for the Minnesota Fishing Opener, and the bite looks to keep rolling as we settle into spring.

The sunrise was at 5:38 AM this morning, and sunset will be around 8:45 PM, giving you a full...

Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your Sunday morning fishing report for May 11, 2025, straight from beautiful Lake of the Woods!

The big news is we're one day into the Minnesota Fishing Opener, and let me tell you, the walleyes are biting! With that late ice-out we had, there are plenty of walleyes, including some real monsters, still hanging in the Rainy River[1]. If you're heading out today, make sure you've got your jig and minnow combo ready – that's been the ticket for most anglers since yesterday's opener[1].

The ice is completely gone now, which is a re...