• Duluth's Vibrant Fall Fishing on Lake Superior - Tackle the Salmon Run, Trout, and Walleye

  • Nov 17 2024
  • Length: 3 mins
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Duluth's Vibrant Fall Fishing on Lake Superior - Tackle the Salmon Run, Trout, and Walleye

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  • As of November 17, 2024, the fishing scene on Lake Superior near Duluth is vibrant despite the cooler fall weather. Here’s what you need to know for a successful day on the water.

    ### Weather and Tidal Conditions
    The weather is expected to be partly cloudy with a high of around 45°F and a low of 32°F. Lake Superior does not have tides, so you don't need to worry about tidal fluctuations. However, be prepared for some wind, which could make the water a bit choppy.

    ### Sunrise and Sunset
    Sunrise is at 7:04 AM, and sunset is at 4:34 PM, giving you a good window to get out on the water.

    ### Fish Activity
    The fish are active, especially with the colder water temperatures. The salmon run is winding down, but you can still expect to catch some king and coho salmon, although the numbers are decreasing. Steelhead and brown trout are becoming more prominent in the rivers and tributaries.

    ### Types and Amounts of Fish
    Yesterday saw a decent catch of steelhead and brown trout in the Lake Superior tributaries. Anglers reported catching these fish using beads, spawn sacs, flies, and nightcrawlers. Steelhead and brown trout are congregating in the deeper holes and faster runs of the rivers.

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For steelhead and brown trout, larger nymphs and stonefly patterns are working well for fly anglers. Streamers can also be very effective. If you're using conventional gear, beads and spawn sacs fished under floats or on bottom bouncing rigs are producing good results. Nightcrawlers are also a good option.

    ### Hot Spots
    One of the hot spots right now is the St. Louis River, where you can catch walleyes, jumbo perch, and the occasional northern pike. For trout and steelhead, focus on the tributaries of Lake Superior, such as the Knife and French rivers. These areas have good numbers of fish despite the low water levels.

    ### Additional Tips
    When targeting walleyes on Lake Superior, trolling with stickbaits in warmer water areas has been successful. For panfish like crappies and bluegills, look for them in shallow bays and areas with new weed growth on the inland lakes and the St. Louis River.

    Overall, the fishing on Lake Superior near Duluth is promising, especially as we get later into fall. Good luck out there
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