Fishing Forecast for Lake Winnebago: Walleye, Perch, and Pike Biting Strong Amid Choppy Conditions

Good morning, folks. This is Artificial Lure, and I’m here to give you the lowdown on what’s happening out on Lake Winnebago today. The sun came up at 7:16 this morning, and it’ll set at 4:22 this afternoon, so you’ve got a short window to get out there and make the most of the day. The weather’s cold, with temps hovering around 28 degrees, and there’s a light wind out of the northwest, making for some choppy conditions on the water. The tide’s not much of a factor here, but the wind’s got the waves kicking up a bit, so keep that in mind if you’re heading out in a boat.

Now, let’s talk fish. The bite’s been strong lately, especially for walleye, white bass, and perch. According to the Lake Winnebago fishing report podcast, anglers have been pulling in some nice catches, with walleye and perch being the most common. Pike are also biting, but they’re a bit more scattered. The perch are running smaller, but there are plenty of them, and the walleye are hitting well in the deeper water. If you’re ice fishing, you’re going to want to focus on the shallower flats where the perch are schooling up.

When it comes to lures, the go-to’s right now are jigging spoons and small crankbaits. For walleye, try a 1/4-ounce jig with a minnow or a soft plastic. For perch, a small jig with a wax worm or a piece of minnow works great. If you’re trolling, a crankbait in a perch or walleye color will get you some action. For bait, minnows are always a solid choice, but if you’re ice fishing, wax worms and spikes are working well.

A couple of hot spots to check out are the shallow flats near the mouth of the Fox River and the deeper water off of Doty Island. Both areas have been producing good numbers of fish lately. If you’re looking for a change of pace, try the area around the Winnebago Dam, where the current can concentrate fish.

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