Current Report: July 1st, 2009
Rainy Lake and International Falls.
Changing weather patterns have been turning the bite on and off on Rainy Lake. Walleye are still being caught along shorelines and near islands, but are starting to congregate around submerged reefs in the open water. When crappie are ready to feed, they have been responding to jigs and minnows. Smallmouth bass were hitting hard on top water lures when we had a few days of 80-degree weather. Work the weed lines around Jackfish Bay, Black Bay and Cranberry Bay for big pike.
Rainy River has been a bit murky with the recent heavy rain and runoff. That has slowed the river fishing a bit, but it will improve as the clarity returns. Shiner minnows are the preferred bait for walleye. Above and below the rapids at Manitou and Birchdale have been pretty good spots. Look for smallmouth bass more on the east end of the river.
Rainy Lake is a world-class fishery.
There are 940 miles of shoreline – with another 635 miles around 1,600 islands. Rainy Lake is regarded as one of the most scenic fishing vacation destinations in the Midwest.
So, if you are fishing for a great vacation, plan your Rainy Lake and Rainy River vacation today! Come to our neck of the woods – and enjoy world-class fishing – and scenery that is second to none!
If you are looking for sure fishing success, consider hiring a fishing guide for year ‘round fishing adventures you will long remember. Call our office at 1-800-FALLS-MN for recommendations.
Troll our web @ www.rainylake.org or call us at 1-800-FALLS-MN for more vacation planning information. Pete Schultz, Director of the International Falls, Ranier and Rainy Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau, prepares this report.
