Oak Island Fishing Report

August 20, 2015 by Sportsman's Lodges

Walleyes starting to move
Anglers are starting to see the walleyes transition into their fall spots moving from the reefs to points. Fall is just around the corner! We had a group of 4 that caught and yes released 90% of them, 650 fish in 3 days!!! What a trip! Great to hear stories of these to remind us how healthy the fishery is and how great the fishing can be. The best approach to catching walleyes right now is jigging jigs or spinners in 24’-28’ of water using gold, glow in the dark and pink colors tipped with a minnow or worm. Average size of the walleyes that have been caught this week is 15”.

Cooler weather
The weather has cooled off from the highs in the 80’s and 90’s to 60’s and 70’s this week. Looks like next week will be in the 70’s again.

Muskies are hungry
Check out these pictures. Joel and Kyle went out the other day and decided to get out of some wind for a bit, threw in a line and caught this beautiful muskie. It wasn’t huge but definitely a nice size and fun to catch. It measured in at 40 inches and was released. The best muskie fishing has been found around points using jerk baits and top water baits. Anglers are also catching some while jigging for walleyes too. Average size has been around 36”.

The best pike bite
Pike have been found using spinner and jerk baits in weedy bays and around points. Anglers are reporting that they have been slow to grab the bait so you need a little patience. Average size is around 28 inches.

Crappies
Crappies usually start to really hit in late September or October when the water starts to really cool off but we are starting to see some now. ¼ oz jigs tipped with a minnow in 24’-28’ of water around structure has brought in a few.

Summer’s Last Blast
You still have time to enjoy summer’s last blast! Lodging & Fishing packages still available for dates through October. Click here to book or call 800-772-8411

Lake of the Woods South Shore Fishing Report

August 10, 2015 by Sportsman's Lodges

8/7/2015

Girls Gone Fishing!
Check out the pics! These ladies enjoyed a great day on the lake this week. A mix of bait fishing using gold and pink spinners tipped with minnows and crawlers while drifting as well as trolling with shad raps have been the best approach this week. We expect this to be the best technique for the next month or so until the water starts to cool and the fish start coming in shallower. The best depth right now has been 26’-32’ of water near Garden Island and Little Oak Island. Don’t let summer pass you by, make some time to get out on the water!

Fall Specials start now!
Lodging as low as $40* per person per night and lodging and charter packages starting as low as $201* per person for reservations staying Sept 7-Nov 30. Check out all our great fall deals and book your fall getaway today. *plus tax and based on double occupancy

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Oak Island Fishing Report

August 10, 2015 by Sportsman's Lodges

Sportsman’s Oak Island Lodge Oak Island Minnesota

July 30, 2015 by Sportsman's Lodges

The Sportsman’s Oak Island Lodge is Surrounded by Water, Wildlife and is Located Right in the Heart of The Walleye Capital of the World.

38 miles from the Main Lodge, Sportsman’s Lodge near Baudette, MN is the secluded Oak Island Lodge. It’s on the same island as our Eagle Ridge Lodge. It’s not uncommon to see bear, moose or a whitetail deer swimming when you’re out fishing. If you like nature, you’re going to love our Oak Island lodge.

This undisturbed remote island is a place where nature thrives. It’s filled with bald eagles, deer, bear and the fishing is undoubtedly world class. In this part of the Lake of the Woods, there is abundant population of Walleye, Sauger, Northerns, Muskies, Smallmouth Bass, Perch, and big Slab Crappies. Minnesota’s Department of Natural Resources has determined this to be a World-Class Fishery.

“From the Oak Island Lodge and Eagle Ridge Lodge, we fish more in Canadian waters and catch a greater variation of species than we do from the Main Lodge. We catch a lot of the big Muskies that can get over 60-inches. This lodge has the feel of a fly in lodge, it is tucked away in nature, it’s amazing,” said Sportsman’s Lodges, Co-Owner, Gregg Hennum.

The perfect day starts and ends here . . . wake up to a big breakfast and then head off for world class freshwater fishing. Whether you’re fishing for big Muskie or hauling in Walleye, you’re gonna catch fish!

Oak Island Outdoor & Fishing Report

July 29, 2015 by Sportsman's Lodges

Not many changes from last week…just lots of good fishing!We have not seen too many changes this week in the walleye fishing near Oak Island from last week. The fishing continues to be great! Twenty-six to twenty-eight feet of water on the reefs using flashy colored spinners tipped with a minnow or twenty-one to twenty-three feet in the mud using shad raps has been the hot spots. Falcon Island and areas south of Oak Island and Little Oak still are producing very well.

Muskies and Pike
The muskies and northern pike are active. We have thousands of weedy bay and rock point’s s to choose from just a few miles away from the resort. Spinner and jerk baits have been working well. Top water late in the day has been very successful. We have seen some very large 50+ inch muskies lately as well as many 20-30 inch muskies and northerns too.

A look ahead
Beautiful fall foliage and excellent walleye, crappie fishing will soon be upon us. Make your reservations now and fall into walleyes with our reduced fall rates! Ask about our hot Eagle Ridge stay 3 nights and get the 4^th night free deal!

Lake of the Woods South Shore Fishing Report

July 29, 2015 by Sportsman's Lodges

7/27/2015

Hot Summer Fishing
The weather is hot and so is the fishing! Bait fishing using hammered gold or orange spinners tipped with a crawler or 3/8 oz. gold jigs tipped with a minnow has been the best approach. Some anglers are also finding success pulling shad raps as well. Eighteen to twenty-two feet and twenty-eight to thirty-two feet outside of Pine Island, Little Oak Island and Garden Island are producing some nice fish. A nice variety of 14”-18” and 25”-30” walleyes have been found this week.

Island Fish Fry
Fishing continues to be very good and there is nothing better than enjoying authentic island fish fry midday during a day of fishing. Ask about booking a shore lunch when you book your next trip. Our guides prepare the fish and all of the fixings while you take in the beautiful scenery of the area. This is definately an experience you won’t want to miss.

Fall is around the corner

We are roughly 8 weeks out from the legendary “Emerald Shiner Run” which normally occurs in late September and early October on the Rainy River and Four Mile Bay. This event normally brings in thousands of walleyes to the Rainy River as they chase the shiners upstream. Get your reservations in now and take advantage of lodging as low as $40 per person lodging.

Like history? Check out some great local stops at Lake of the Woods.

July 26, 2015 by Sportsman's Lodges

Like history? Check out some great local stops at Lake of the Woods.

Museums, Fort St Charles, Norris Camp, Faunce Tower, Massacre Island and more. Click here http://lakeofthewoodsmn.com/historic-sites/

Good Fishing

July 24, 2015 by Sportsman's Lodges

The best areas to find some good fishing have been around Johnston Passage, Skeet and Little Oak Island in 25’-30’ of water. Jigging with a 3/8 oz jig tipped with a minnow or crawler has been working best for walleyes.

Devin Alsleben – Nice Walleye!

Muskies & Pike
Several areas around Falcon Island have been phenomenal for some good muskie fishing. The guides have some awesome spots that have been producing consistently on the rocks. Slow jerk baits and faster moving spinners and blades has been the best tackle. A guest caught a 38” muskie the other day that had some big claw marks in it. It must have possibly got in a little tangle with an eagle or something of that nature. Anglers also are reporting reeling in a few muskies and pike while targeting walleyes. They must be hungry!

No Passport Needed…
Take advantage of our boat passenger service from our Sportsman’s Rainy River location and head to the island. You will stay in Minnesota the whole time and enjoy great views to boot. Click here for more information.

Fall is just around the corner.

Get into the Fall action!

Sweet Summer Time!

July 24, 2015 by Sportsman's Lodges

The sweetness of the summer air, sparkling waters, blue skies, good fishing and great memories is happening now.

The Scoop
Lots of active bait fishing has been going on this week. Drifting using hammered gold or pink spinners tipped with a crawler or a minnow has been bringing in lots of nice walleyes in 14’-18’ and 28’-32’ of water just outside of Pine Island, Graceton Beach and Garden Island. Another decent bite has been found trolling with crank baits in 30’-32’ of water in areas around Garden and Knight Islands. Nice size 14”-22” and 27”-30” walleyes have been found.

100% Walleye Limit Guarantee!
We are guaranteeing you will leave or eat your limit of walleyes if you fish on one of our guide boats for two days or better or we will pay you $10 per fish short! Fish eaten during your stay count towards your limit. Don’t miss out; click here to book your trip today.