Muskie anglers know Lake of the Woods is an absolute world class muskie fishery.Īnglers travel from all over the U.S. All methods can produce during this traditional trophy season. Walleyes can be found in deeper waters of the Rainy River by trolling deep divers. If trolling in the mud flats, try using downriggers, planer boards, lead core etc., with crank baits. Bait fishing over reefs with jigs, three way rigs, bottom bouncers, or spinner rigs are proven methods. Regardless, the big fish are vulnerable and can provide an impressive experience. Walleyes can be found both in shallow on rocks or deep on the flats. Water temps are peaking, moving fish to mid-lake mud flats and rock reef areas. Trolling crankbaits is also an effective way to cover water and catch a lot of fish.įor trophy walleyes the time is now. Casting shorelines with spinnerbaits, spoons or crankbaits is an effective way to catch them. Pike are active in the colder waters and anglers wanting to target them will find some in back bays and some in the lake. Anchor up in an area where the walleyes and saugers are and be ready.Ĭertainly, some anglers are trolling crankbaits or drifting with spinners with a minnow, leech or crawler with success as well. There are many ways to catch them in May, but a jig and minnow is still super effective. Walleyes are normally still close to shore and can be caught all across the south shore and certainly up at the NW Angle. Many walleyes have made their move back into Lake of the Woods by the mid May Minnesota fishing opener. Most years, there are still walleyes in the Rainy River, left over from their spawning ritual that takes place in April. May is an incredible month to fish The Walleye Capital of the World.
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