Fishing Reports
Lake of the Woods Fishing Report – January 6, 2026
Most fishing activity is taking place in 25 to 31 feet of water. The most productive setup continues to be a jigging line paired with a deadstick.
Orleans County (N.Y.) Fishing Report – January 6, 2026
The steelhead action by winter-time standards has been good.
Metro Area Fishing Report – January 4, 2026 – video
Ice conditions are improving but we still need to be diligent. Fishing is falling in line as well, and the week ahead looks pretty good.
New York Fishing Report – January 2-9, 2026
On the few and fleeting days of slightly improved water clarity, trout have been very cooperative here.
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.
