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Frosty Fishing on Lake Winnebago: Walleye, Perch, and Crappie Thrive in Winter Wonderland
- 2025/01/16
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As of January 16, 2025, Lake Winnebago is offering some excellent fishing opportunities, despite the cold winter conditions.
### Weather and Ice Conditions
The ice on Lake Winnebago is currently ranging from 13 to 16 inches thick, making it safe for ice fishing. The weather is cold, with temperatures around freezing, which is typical for this time of year.
### Fish Activity
Yesterday saw a good number of anglers catching various species. Walleyes were active, particularly on the east shoreline, where trolling small crankbaits like Flicker Shad #5's and Salmo Hornets in metallic clown, purple, and pink colors were effective. The slip bobber/leech bite is also heating up, especially in the evening hours, with small jigs in green or orange tipped with a leech[1].
Yellow Perch and Crappie were also caught in decent numbers, with some big perch and crappies reported by anglers using Clam Bomb Jigs, slender spoons, and tungsten jigs in dull orange and gold plated colors[1].
### Best Lures and Bait
For Walleyes, trolling crankbaits and using slip bobbers with leeches are highly recommended. For Perch and Crappie, Clam Bomb Jigs, slender spoons, and tungsten jigs are working well. When targeting these species, pounding the mud with your jigs and spoons and slowly jigging them up from the bottom can attract the fish[1].
### Hot Spots
- **Kelly’s Point and Reef**: Located about 5 miles north of Fond du Lac on the western shoreline, this area is known for its weeds and reefs that attract Walleyes. Pitching a jig and half a ‘crawler or a plastic twister tail into the weed openings can be very effective[5].
- **High Cliff State Park**: This is a great spot for beginners and experienced anglers alike. You can fish from the marina, nearby rocks, or even wade in the waters. It's a hotspot for Perch, Crappie, and Walleye[2].
### Sunrise and Sunset
Sunrise today is at around 7:30 AM, and sunset is at approximately 4:30 PM.
### Tidal Report
Lake Winnebago is a freshwater lake and does not have tidal changes.
Overall, Lake Winnebago is in great shape for ice fishing this time of year, with plenty of fish to be caught. Make sure to bundle up and enjoy the cold but rewarding experience.
### Weather and Ice Conditions
The ice on Lake Winnebago is currently ranging from 13 to 16 inches thick, making it safe for ice fishing. The weather is cold, with temperatures around freezing, which is typical for this time of year.
### Fish Activity
Yesterday saw a good number of anglers catching various species. Walleyes were active, particularly on the east shoreline, where trolling small crankbaits like Flicker Shad #5's and Salmo Hornets in metallic clown, purple, and pink colors were effective. The slip bobber/leech bite is also heating up, especially in the evening hours, with small jigs in green or orange tipped with a leech[1].
Yellow Perch and Crappie were also caught in decent numbers, with some big perch and crappies reported by anglers using Clam Bomb Jigs, slender spoons, and tungsten jigs in dull orange and gold plated colors[1].
### Best Lures and Bait
For Walleyes, trolling crankbaits and using slip bobbers with leeches are highly recommended. For Perch and Crappie, Clam Bomb Jigs, slender spoons, and tungsten jigs are working well. When targeting these species, pounding the mud with your jigs and spoons and slowly jigging them up from the bottom can attract the fish[1].
### Hot Spots
- **Kelly’s Point and Reef**: Located about 5 miles north of Fond du Lac on the western shoreline, this area is known for its weeds and reefs that attract Walleyes. Pitching a jig and half a ‘crawler or a plastic twister tail into the weed openings can be very effective[5].
- **High Cliff State Park**: This is a great spot for beginners and experienced anglers alike. You can fish from the marina, nearby rocks, or even wade in the waters. It's a hotspot for Perch, Crappie, and Walleye[2].
### Sunrise and Sunset
Sunrise today is at around 7:30 AM, and sunset is at approximately 4:30 PM.
### Tidal Report
Lake Winnebago is a freshwater lake and does not have tidal changes.
Overall, Lake Winnebago is in great shape for ice fishing this time of year, with plenty of fish to be caught. Make sure to bundle up and enjoy the cold but rewarding experience.
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