Fishing Reports
Illinois’ statewide fishing report on Jan. 2, 2026
DNR officials say before heading out for a day of ice fishing, it’s wise to check with local bait shops to make certain the spot you’ve chosen is sufficiently ice-covered and at the thickness needed
Wisconsin’s statewide fishing report on Jan. 2, 2026
Fishing action improving, right along with the ice. A look at the Wisconsin fishing report from across the state on Jan. 2, 2026.
New York’s statewide fishing and hunting report on Jan. 2, 2026
Hunting winds down for many as attention turns to ice fishing. Here’s a look at thew New York fishing and hunting report on Jan. 2, 2026.
Iowa’s statewide fishing report on Dec. 31, 2025
Here’s a look at the Iowa fishing report from across the state on Dec. 31, 2025.
South Dakota Fishing Report – December 30, 2025 – video
The cooling trend definitely has helped the ice and there’s plenty of fish being caught right now. The more stable the weather has been, the better the bite.
Niagara Falls (N.Y.) Fishing Report – December 30, 2025
For Lake Ontario and tributaries, this spot reportedly is the place to fish, especially for brown trout with the occasional steelhead.
Minnesota’s statewide fishing report on Dec. 30, 2025
Walleye action improves as more areas become accessible. A look at the Minnesota fishing report from across the state on Dec. 30, 2025.
Lake of the Woods Fishing Report – December 29, 2025
Some big walleyes were caught this week, including a 32.5-inch giant. In addition to walleyes and saugers, anglers are catching jumbo perch, eelpout, northern pike, tullibees, and an occasional sturgeon while targeting walleyes.
New York Fishing Report – December 26, 2025
Steelhead and browns are all the rage in these rivers and beyond.
