Wet a line in Pine Mountain Lake near Backus and you have a legitimate shot at catching just about any freshwater creature that swims.
In a part of the state that’s loaded with quality
It’s no secret that using bobbers for walleyes is a deadly open-water tactic here in the Midwest. From early June through September, bobbers are a consistent tool in my boat for guiding.
Minnows, crawlers, and crankbaits are all in play for walleyes. Here’s the Minnesota fishing report across the state on Aug. 19, 2026.
Devils Lake and the bluffs surrounding the lake serve as the centerpiece for Devils Lake State Park, which sees more than 2.5 million visitors a year, making Devils Lake the most visited state park in
Channel cat bite holds as sultry August winds down. Here’s the Illinois fishing report from across the state on Aug. 14, 2026.
Iowa’s statewide fishing report from across the state on Aug. 14, 2026.
Wisconsin’s fish hatchery crews plan to stock 98% of their muskie quota in 2026 after receiving approval for supplemental 13.10 funding from the state’s Joint Finance Committee.
With this new funding, the Wisconsin Department
Cooler evenings paying dividends for daytime action. Here’s the Wisconsin fishing report across the state on Aug. 14, 2026.
The New York Department of Conservation is planning to study walleyes in the Lower Niagara River, Irondequoit Bay, and Sodus Bay.
These Lake Ontario waters are stocked, but it’s difficult to determine the contribution
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