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Ice Fishing Bonanza on Lake Winnebago: Walleye, Perch, and Crappie Galore
- 2025/01/12
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As of January 12, 2025, Lake Winnebago is in the midst of an excellent winter fishing season, making it a perfect time to get out on the ice. The weather is cold and ideal for ice fishing, with temperatures in the low teens and a light breeze.
Sunrise today is at 7:34 AM, and sunset will be at 4:27 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to enjoy the ice. The ice cover is solid, with most areas having at least 8-10 inches of ice, making it safe for both foot and vehicle traffic.
Yesterday saw a good amount of fish activity, particularly for Walleye and Panfish. Anglers reported catching several Walleye in the 12- to 23-inch range, along with a healthy number of Yellow Perch, Bluegill, and Crappie. Specifically, around 20 Walleye were caught, with the largest weighing in at about 22 inches, and over 50 Yellow Perch, several Bluegill, and a handful of Crappie.
For Walleye, the best lures have been jigging spoons like the Kastmaster or Buck-Shot Rattle Jig, tipped with minnows or fatheads. For Panfish, small jigs with waxworms or tiny ice jigs with crickets have been very effective.
If you're looking for hot spots, consider heading to Southwest Winnebago, where many anglers have found success near the weed beds and shallow-water reefs. High Cliff State Park is another great spot, especially for those new to ice fishing, with the marina and nearby rocks offering good access to Walleye, Perch, and Crappie. Kelly’s Point and Reef, located about 5 miles north of Fond du Lac, is known for its abundant Walleye population, attracted by the weeds and structure around the reef.
Since Lake Winnebago is a freshwater lake, there are no tidal changes to report, but water levels can fluctuate slightly due to wind and ice cover, though this does not significantly impact fishing conditions.
Overall, it's a great day to get out on Lake Winnebago and enjoy some excellent ice fishing. Make sure to bundle up and stay safe on the ice.
Sunrise today is at 7:34 AM, and sunset will be at 4:27 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to enjoy the ice. The ice cover is solid, with most areas having at least 8-10 inches of ice, making it safe for both foot and vehicle traffic.
Yesterday saw a good amount of fish activity, particularly for Walleye and Panfish. Anglers reported catching several Walleye in the 12- to 23-inch range, along with a healthy number of Yellow Perch, Bluegill, and Crappie. Specifically, around 20 Walleye were caught, with the largest weighing in at about 22 inches, and over 50 Yellow Perch, several Bluegill, and a handful of Crappie.
For Walleye, the best lures have been jigging spoons like the Kastmaster or Buck-Shot Rattle Jig, tipped with minnows or fatheads. For Panfish, small jigs with waxworms or tiny ice jigs with crickets have been very effective.
If you're looking for hot spots, consider heading to Southwest Winnebago, where many anglers have found success near the weed beds and shallow-water reefs. High Cliff State Park is another great spot, especially for those new to ice fishing, with the marina and nearby rocks offering good access to Walleye, Perch, and Crappie. Kelly’s Point and Reef, located about 5 miles north of Fond du Lac, is known for its abundant Walleye population, attracted by the weeds and structure around the reef.
Since Lake Winnebago is a freshwater lake, there are no tidal changes to report, but water levels can fluctuate slightly due to wind and ice cover, though this does not significantly impact fishing conditions.
Overall, it's a great day to get out on Lake Winnebago and enjoy some excellent ice fishing. Make sure to bundle up and stay safe on the ice.
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