June 18, 2024 Fishing Report for Lake of the Woods

This week at Lake of the Woods, anglers at River Bend Resort have been experiencing excellent fishing conditions. Vertical jigging with a frozen shiner tipped 3/8 oz jig in 20-30 feet of water has been yielding great results. Anglers targeting walleye have found success by pulling spinners with crawlers in the sand and rubble in depths ranging from 6-18 feet of water along the west shore from Zippel Bay to Long Point, as well as around Pine Island.
For vertical jigging, the best colors for jigs have been gold, pink, and a combination of pink and gold. Anglers have reported increased bites when using these color variations. When it comes to pulling spinners, the most effective colors have been hammered gold, silver, and 5 of diamonds with red and yellow accents. These color combinations have proven to attract walleye in the sandy and rocky areas, including around Pine Island and from Zippel Bay to Long Point.
To optimize success while drifting, maintaining a speed of 1-1.5 mph has been key. Anglers have been using 1-2 oz inline weights to control their drifting speed and stay in the target depth range. This steady drift, combined with the right colors for jigs and spinners, has resulted in consistent catches of walleye in the specified areas.
When the wind picks up, the lake may appear intimidating, but anglers can take advantage of the public landings available around the lake. These public landings provide convenient access points that allow anglers to launch their boats without having to travel on the lake in rough waters. This ensures safety and a hassle-free fishing experience for all anglers visiting Lake of the Woods.
Overall, anglers at River Bend Resort have been enjoying productive outings on Lake of the Woods this week, including fishing around Pine Island and the west shore from Zippel Bay to Long Point. The combination of vertical jigging, pulling spinners, and utilizing public landings during windy conditions has contributed to a successful fishing week. As the week progresses, anglers are encouraged to continue using the best practices and techniques shared in this report for a rewarding fishing experience at Lake of the Woods.

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