JUNE 22 FISHING REPORT

Hey Sportsfans! 
 
A quick fishing update from Lake of the Woods… 
 
Despite daily weather changes, the June Jig-A-Thon continued to produce fish this week. In full transparency, the bite did slow down as the week went on… most likely caused (again) by the variable weather we have experienced. 
 
Nothing out of the norm for mid to late June, the classic 3/8oz jig, tipped with a frozen shiner was the best method to fill the cooler. (The guides have not yet committed to pulling spinners.) The charter boats have continued to spread out… mostly fishing the mud (30-33′). 
 
Pack accordingly… with the black flies out, pants are recommended. 
 
If you are headed this way… Garden Island is set up and accessible for the highly coveted SHORE LUNCHES! 
 
Forecasted for the next couple of weeks:
 
–  With temperatures rising next week, we could see a big bug hatch. 
 
– Spinner season is just around the corner. Who is ready to drift in Little Traverse Bay? 
 
– Don’t miss out!!! The 4th of July celebration is something special at Ballard’s Resort + our local community offers many family friendly activities. 
 
Now’s the time, make your way to Lake of the Woods. SET THE HOOK!
 

JUNE 8 – FISHING REPORT

Hey Sportsfans… 
 
The early June, annual fishing contest resumed again this year. Two boats. One with the gals. One with the guys. Is it safe to assume who caught more fish??? (THE GALS DID!)
 
Finding the most fish around Garden/Little Oak/Little Traverse Bay, the guides have been making the long haul across the lake almost daily. 
 
Typical for June:
– fish are moving deeper (29′-32′) in the mud
– boats are catching 100+ fish on most days
– jigs tipped with a frozen shiner have been most productive
 
Something to keep an eye on for the upcoming week — bugs. Reports off the lake claim the bugs are starting to pop up on the surface of the water.
 
#SETTHEHOOK

MAY 27 FISHING REPORT

​Hey Sportsfans! 
 
 
 
We say it all of the time… SET THE HOOK! This week, with many boats reporting 100+ fish days the hook sets were constant. After picking through the small fish, boats hit the docks with coolers plump full of nice size eaters. 
 
Heart set on a trophy walleye? There were plenty of slot fish (and even a few overs) mixed in this week. 
 
For Lake of the Woods, this is nothing new… GOLD was the hot, keep the fishing coming back for more, color this week. 
 
Most of the charters fished shallow (10-15′) over reefs and the surrounding areas. 
 
In the past couple of days, the fish have started to shift into deeper water (28-31′).
 
The wind (finally) cut us some slack this week, allowing the guides to go where they please. Temperatures stayed consistent with highs in the 60s and lows in the 40s. With both of these things working in our favor, no wonder it was a dynamite week for walleye fishing!
 
 
#SETTHEHOOK
 

MAY 18TH FISHING REPORT

Lake of the Woods - Summer Walleye Fishing Report
Lake of the Woods - Summer Walleye Fishing Report
​Hey Sportsfans! 
 
 
 
A quick recap for you of the first week of the 2025 Summer Season:
 
Friday, May 9… The bar quickly flooded with fisherman eager to catch a trophy walleye on opening morning. (For some, those dreams came true!!)
 
Saturday, May 10 to Tuesday, May 12… I don’t know what was hotter — the south shore walleye bite or the weather. 
 
The season started off strong with the charters finding fish close to the resort. Spread out between the river, bay, and south shore… fish counts were high. 
 
Wednesday, May 13 to Friday, May 16…  The temperatures cooled off, but the wind did not. With such a big swing in weather, the guides changed up their location and headed towards the islands. 
 
All week long, no matter the location, it has been a jig-fest. (Is there a more fun way to catch a walleye?) 
 
Saturday, May 17 to Sunday, May 18… The weather left everyone confused. How did we go from the 90s a few days ago to snowing now? Nonetheless, the charters headed out and brought home plenty for a walleye dinner. 
 
 
​Looking to make a trip to Lake of the Woods this summer? Give us a shout (#218.634.1849) and SET THE HOOK!