The walleye bite on Rainy Lake on this Minnesota/Canadian border water has been the best it’s been in over 20 years.
Walleye are consistently being caught in 22 to 27 feet of water, with both leeches and minnows proving effective.
Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: A hot walleye bite on Minnesota’s Rainy Lake
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