Big Splithand News Today

Fishing reports from five different areas in the state.

A look at whats biting and where around Minnesota

Minnesota fishing report: Grand Rapids sounds promising across species A roundup from around the state.  July 29, 2021 — 6:12pm Text size Copy shortlink: Alexandria area: The bass bite has remained consistent on area lakes. Anglers are having success near the deep weed lines. Walleyes are at the outside edge of the weeds and at the deeper structure, such as sunken humps and islands. Panfish are active near the weed lines. Baudette ...

Fargo, ND, USA / The Mighty 790 KFGO | KFGO Dec 31, 2020 12:18 PM Ice continues to develop rapidly due to more seasonable temperatures. Please remember that ice is never 100% safe and ice conditions can change daily. Anyone choosing to head out should check the ice often. Learn more about ice safety. For rules, regulations and other helpful information on fishing in Minnesota, consult the DNR’s Fish Minnesota web page. Anglers are asked to fish lakes and rivers close to home, and practice soc...

Northwest Region Baudette - Lake of the Woods and the Rainy River Good numbers of walleye and sauger are being taken from the south end of Lake of the Woods. Resorts have set their fish houses over productive depths of 20 to 27 feet of water. Using a jigging line, and dead-stick a live minnow on a second line. For the jigging line, use jigging spoons with a minnow head or minnow tail. Ideal colors are gold, glow, glow red and pink. Some jumbo perch, large northern pike and eelpout are adding to...

On the Rainy River, a few local anglers are venturing out, but most anglers prefer the more consistent ice on Lake of the Woods due to the lack of current. Anyone planning to fish the Rainy River will want to work through a resort since they are the most knowledgeable of current ice conditions. Up at the Northwest Angle, the walleye bite has been incredible in 15 to 19 feet of water during early morning and late afternoon hours on Lake of the Woods. In fact, there have been a number of groups ...