July 18th Fishing Report

July 18, 2025

Mixed bag opportunities on the big lake are producing lots of action and great results. Spinners long lined both on shallow shorelines and on main lake structures are producing pike, perch, and walleyes. Photo courtesy Captain Jeff Johnson of Northern Drift Outfitters.

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July 13th Fishing Report

Walleyes and jumbo perch can be targeted on Winnie in under 12 ft of water all year long.

June 27th Fishing Report

Walleye fishing has remained steady. It’s that time of year where multiple approaches are starting to work well consistently.

June 19th Fishing Report

Walleyes are being caught from 4ft-30ft all across the lake. Lots of big fish and eater size walleyes are showing up in good numbers.

June 13th Fishing Report

Windy days on Winnie equal walleyes. Shoreline bites are still holding in certain locations around prominent points on the lake while the first set of humps off of main lake breaks have been getting more and more attention. Large schools are being seen in 22-35 ft of water. Photo courtesy Captain Jeff Johnson of Northern Drift Outfitters.

June 6th Fishing Report

Typical walleye spots across Lake Winnibigoshish are producing well, especially along the south, west, and north shores.

May 29th Fishing Report

Tamarack Bay and the Third River area have been receiving plenty of attention over the past week. With temperatures stabilizing, the walleye bite has picked up. Anglers are finding success in dirtier water, and traditional methods are producing some results.