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Tag Archives: minnesota fishing
Fishing, Ice & Trail Report from Oak Island/Lake of the Woods, MN
Sportsman’s Oak Island Lodge
Fishing, Ice & Trail Report
Lake of the Woods NW Angle & Oak Island Area
2/4/2016
Island Bite
It has been a little spotty this week in the islands like the south shore. Depths between 24-28 feet have been best. There has been a mix of walleye, saugers and perch caught and on a sunny day we are seeing a few pike. The best tackle this week has been gold and glow in the dark jigs tipped with a minnow. Most of the fish found are hugging bottom however we are seeing some suspended walleyes 5’-6’ off bottom too. Electronic fish finder users tend to have better results than non-electronic users. The fish being caught are nice eaters with a few 20”+ also thrown in the mix.
Ice Conditions
We currently have 12-16 inches of ice in the areas we travel and fish.
Trail Conditions
The lake trails from Sportsman’s Lodge to Sportsman’s Oak Island lodge are being groomed and in decent condition. We could use some more snow but lake conditions are decent. The trail was recently marked right from the Sportsman’s Lodge. Follow the black stakes. Trail maps are available at the lodge or at local businesses. For the latest conditions on the land trails click here for the Baudette area or here for the NW Angle and Oak Island area.
Ice Road from Young’s Bay to Oak Island The road is in good shape and nice and wide.
Lake of the Woods South Shore Ice, Fishing & Trails Report
Hugging close to bottom
Walleyes and saugers are holding tight to the bottom of the lake right now. For optimal results the guides suggest when dead sticking or bobber fishing, set you bait 4-6″ off the bottom of the lake. If you’re jigging, make sure you hit the bottom of the lake often. Afternoons have been best lately in depths between 22’-30’. We are seeing mostly saugers, some nice walleyes especially 22”+ and a few pike, tullibee, sturgeon and eelpout on occasion. The guides have been working hard to keep the houses moved to the best fishingareas possible. Gold, pink and glow jigs or lures have been the most popular tipped with a minnow. Be sure to continue to charge up your glow jigs often. The ride out to the houses right now is between 15-40 minutes.
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Fish Locators/Vexilars…gotta have one
We see it every day, these devices really increase the odds of a successful catch in the winter on Lake of the Woods, most days 2-1. If you don’t have one, no problem we have them to rent if you want to give one a try. Be sure to reserve ahead of time if you would like to rent one, they go fast.
Half way mark of the season is here.
Wow! Where does the time go? Only two months left of the season and we will be back in the boats. Don’t forget about our exceptional ice out walleye and sturgeon fishing we have in April. Lodging starting at only $40* per person! Walleye fishing is open on Lake of the Woods until April 14, reopening this year May 14. Sturgeon season is catch and release now through April 23. Keep one season April 24-May 7 and catch and release again May 8-15. Back to ice fishing, February and March bring more sunshine and that usually gets the fishactive. We are looking forward to the last 8 weeks of the season. Lake of the Woods ice shacks have to be off the ice March 31. Fish on!
*plus tax and based on double occupancy
Ice Conditions
Currently we have 11-19 inches of ice in the areas we travel and fish right now. We travel on a private road. If you are looking to go out on your own, here is the latest information for the public roads:
Currently we have 11-19 inches of ice in the areas we travel and fish right now. We travel on a private road. If you are looking to go out on your own, here is the latest information for the public roads:
Adrian’s Road out of Four Mile Bay 12 miles north of Baudette off Hwy 172
1/2 ton trucks pulling up to 21 ft. wheel houses allowed out. 3/4 ton trucks can drive out not pulling wheel houses. The road still goes out about 6 1/2 miles past Pine Island, Our road is marked with orange plastic highway construction markers. There is 15 to 18 inches of ice in the lake around where our road goes. I have heard some reports of less ice in other areas and to the east and west of the road.
Road out of Morris Point 15 miles north of Baudette
Half ton pickups with 16 ft. or smaller wheeled houses are being allowed.
Trail Report
Lake Trails: Trails are marked to Oak Island from Pine Island and Pine Island to Warroad. Trails continue to be groomed or maintained as best as possible. The ice is not as thick as a normal year so the heavy grooming equipment cannot be used yet. We have received an inch of fresh snow this week, 6-8 inches more would be ideal for good riding. To get to Pine Island travel Adrian’s road from Four Mile Bay to Pine Island and follow the black stakes. For the latest on the land trails, click here for the Baudette area and here for the Northwest Angle and Oak Island area.
Join us for the BIG GAME!
12 NEW Big screen TV’s, Free appetizers 5pm-6pm, 99 cent Coors Light Taps and more!Sunday, Feb 7. Lodging and fishing packages available Feb 7-11.
Valentines Gift Cards available
don’t forget your sweetie, sweetheart month is coming up. Sportsman’s has lots to offer! Dinner Specials, Gift Cards, Fishing & Lodging Packages and more! Reserve your stay today for reservations 800-862-8602.
Oak Island Ice, Fishing & Trails Report
Spotty fishing this week and changing weather.
Vexilars/Fish locators are really helping the fishing success. Jigging the bottom or as some say “pounding the bottom”, make sure the jig hits the bottom. Gold or pink jig tipped with a minnow has been working the best in 21’-28’ of water. Some anglers also having success dead sticking but finding the best luck is to leave it be don’t jig it once in a while. Weather has been warming up and a few snowflakes in the air. Temps are forecasted in the teens and twenties through Sunday.
Travis Volz Sportsmans Oak Island Lodge 22 inch walleye released
Ice Conditions
We currently have 12-16 inches of ice in the areas we travel and fish.
We currently have 12-16 inches of ice in the areas we travel and fish.
Ice Road
The road from Young’s Bay to Oak Island is open and in good shape. Follow the signs out!
Trail Conditions
We just received an inch of fresh snow. Lake Trails: Trails are marked to Oak Island from Pine Island. Trails continue to be groomed or maintained as best as possible. The ice is not as thick as a normal year so the heavy grooming equipment cannot be used yet. To get to Pine Island travel Adrian’s road from Four Mile Bay to Pine Island and follow the black stakes. For the latest on the land trails, click here for the Northwest Angle and Oak Island area. Click here for the Baudette area.
Treat your sweetie this February, to a relaxing getaway to Sportsman’s Oak Island Lodge or a gift certificate. Call for reservations 800-772-8411.
Check out some of the latest action!
Check out some of the latest action!
29 inch walleye caught by Sam Ingemansen of Bismarck
Family fun! Thank Hanson Family for sharing your pictures with us!
Doug Loos 12 in perch. Dan and Doug caught 60 fish (most released) in 3 days everything from walleye sauger tullibee 1 perch and of course eelpout. Fun trip!
Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall Sportsman’s Lodge has it all!
Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall
Sportsman’s Lodge has it all!
Book your 2016 trip today. 3 Locations to choose from & 4 seasons to enjoy it.
Lodging and fishing packages available. Click here to choose yours.
- Sportsman’s Lodge
Winter Special – 25% off ice fishing March 20-31 Spring, Summer & Fall Special – Book your trip by April 1, 2016 for dates of April 1- October 31, 2016 and receive double Sportsman’s rewards points! - Sportsman’s Oak Island Lodge
- Sportsman’s Eagle Ridge
- Sportsman’s Sleepers
Family Specials
12 years and under Fish Free*
Teens 13 through 17: $74 per person/per day
Minimum 2 night stay required.
*Each child must be accompanied by an adult.
Current Ice Conditions
11/25/2015
Happy Thanksgiving!
From our homes to yours, the staff at Sportsman’s Lodges wishes you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving!
It’s Freezing Season!
The freezing season is in progress. Late last week small bays froze over including the Baudette Bay in Baudette and parts of Young’s Bay at the Northwest Angle near our Oak Island location. The forecast for the week ahead is calling for lows in the teens. We expect to see the bays continue to make ice and the big lake continue to cool down. Now all we need is the wind to keep calm and subzero temperatures and we will start to make some serious ice. It is crazy how fast the season can change. Once we get below zero we can make an inch or two a day! When we get 10-12 inches of safe ice, we are ready to roll! Stay tuned for updates. At this point an early December start date is in our sights.
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Gift Cards Available
Looking for a great gift idea for the angler on your list? We have gift cards available. Always the right color, size and price! Click here to purchase online now.
Ice Fishing Packages starting at $166!
Sportsman’s Lodge Rainy River Location
Hook this Hot Deal before it is gone!
1 night lodging in a room or cabin and 1 day ice fishing including the fish house warm and ready just off a quiet groomed trail, transportation to and from the fish house, use of jig sticks, jigs, bait and tackle.
Saturday, December 26, Wednesday, December 30 and Saturday, January 2
- $166 per person
- With breakfast, lunch and dinner $215
Wednesday, January 6 and Thursday, January 14
- $142 per person
- With breakfast, lunch and dinner $190
Rates quoted are price per person plus tax, based on double occupancy at the Sportsman’s Lodge Rainy River location. Upgrade to our new villas for an additional $18 per person. Click here to book now or call us at 800-862-8602!
Thanksgiving Day Office Hours
Our office will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. We will re-open Friday at 8am.
Current Ice Conditions
Weather is cooling down!
We are starting to see the temperature dip. Snow and lows in the teens is in the forecast today and for the rest of the week! We are ready to get this water cooled down and make some ice. Current water temperature is 37 degrees. Fall projects are in full swing and we are doing our ice dance! Who is with us?
Once we get the our first blast of cold air we just need zero degrees or colder for 10 days and we will have 10-12 inches of safe ice to start our season. It doesn’t take long once we start freezing. Get your reservations in now. Many dates are filling up fast!
Ice Fishing season is soon here!
Stay tuned for updates. We are looking to another fun year!
For reservations click here to book now or call us at
Baudette/Rainy River Location: 800-862-8602
Oak Island & Eagle Ridge Location 800-772-8411
Who wants a FREE ICE FISHING TRIP this year? Click here to enter for your chance to win!
Lake of the Woods Current Ice Conditions Report
11/11/2015
Happy Veteran’s Day!
Thank you to all the great men and women who have served! Our hats are off to you!
Ice Fishing starts in less than a month
The stage is starting to be set for the 2015-2016 ice fishing season! Water temperature is on the decline, air temperature is in the 30’s and 40’s and snow is in the forecast. We are busy working on fall projects an tuning up equipment. It has been a beautiful fall but we are ready for ice fishing! It is amazing how fast it can turn. Once we get the blast of cold air we just need zero degrees or colder for 10 days and we will have 10-12 inches of safe ice to start our season. Get your reservations in now. Many dates are filling up fast!
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Stay tuned for updates. We are looking forward to another fun year!
For reservations click here to book now or call us at
Baudette/Rainy River Location: 800-862-8602
Oak Island & Eagle Ridge Location: 800-772-8411
Top Ten Reasons to visit Sportsman’s this August!
Looking for the perfect vacation destination? Here are the top ten reasons to visit Sportsman’s this August!
1. Excellent fishing and no equipment or experience required!
From the beginner to the seasoned pro, Sportsman’s located in the heart of the walleye capital of the world offers the best fishing around. If you like catching big walleyes, July & August are the best months to find catch big walleyes!
2. New Villas
And with a multitude of accommodation options to choose from, including charming lodge rooms, well-equipped cabins, and our new private villas, you’re sure to love everything about Sportsman’s! Rent these accommodations by the night or the week.
3. Entertainment
Enjoy our live musical entertainment in our bar and restaurant,
4. Indoor Pool
Stroll along the beach at neartby Zippel Bay State Park, or relax at Sportsman’s indoor pool or hot tub.
5. Awesome Views
Let your worries drift away as you take in the beautiful views and rich history of the area on one of our lake tours.
6. Three Locations
Three locations to choose from: Sportsman’s Lodge located 12 miles north of Baudette, MN, Sportsman’s Oak Island Lodge & Sportsman’s Eagle Ridge located on Oak Island near the Northwest Angle of Minnesota.
7. Game Room
Walleye Sportsman’s Lodge Lake of the Woods
Both youth and adults will enjoy our game rooms that feature a variety of games.
8. Three Dining Venues
Great food with great prices, sample all the menus in our 3 dining venues.
9. Area Activities
Whether you are looking to spend time on the water, enjoy a great game of golf, stroll along the beach at the Zippel Bay State Park or shop in local Baudette, there is something for everyone at Sportsman’s Lodges.
10. Lodging and fishing packages starting at only $232 per person!
So, what are you waiting for? Give us a call at 866-998-7280 or click here to book online.