• Ice Fishing Lake Superior's Chequamegon Bay: Expert Tips for February 10, 2025

  • Feb 10 2025
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Ice Fishing Lake Superior's Chequamegon Bay: Expert Tips for February 10, 2025

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  • Hello there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, your go-to expert for all things fishing around Lake Superior, particularly in and around Duluth. As of today, February 10, 2025, here’s what you need to know to make the most of your fishing trip.

    ### Weather and Ice Conditions
    First off, let's talk about the weather. According to the latest marine forecast, we're looking at northwest winds of 10 to 20 knots, with waves subsiding to 1 to 3 feet[5]. This is relatively calm, making it a good day to get out on the ice. However, always remember to check the ice conditions carefully, as they can change rapidly. The recent reports indicate that ice thickness varies, but many areas have enough ice to support vehicles and ATVs, especially around Chequamegon Bay[1].

    ### Tidal Report
    For those fishing near the shore or in areas where tides might affect your fishing, here's a quick look at the tidal report for Duluth. Today, you can expect low tide at around 2:44 AM with a height of 0.59 ft, high tide at 7:38 AM with a height of 0.62 ft, low tide again at 3:56 PM with a height of 0.56 ft, and high tide at 10:56 PM with a height of 0.62 ft[2].

    ### Sunrise and Sunset
    Sunrise today is at 7:04 AM, and sunset will be at 5:14 PM. These times are crucial for planning your fishing trip, especially if you're targeting species that are more active during these periods.

    ### Fish Activity
    Fishing in and around Lake Superior has been excellent lately. In Chequamegon Bay, anglers are reporting good catches of yellow perch (9-12 inches), coho salmon (14-16 inches), herring (15-19 inches), and a mix of walleye (15-25 inches), splake (17-20 inches), northern pike (26-34 inches), brown trout (16-24 inches), lake whitefish (17-22 inches), and white perch (8-12 inches)[1].

    On the Ashland side of Chequamegon Bay, anglers are doing well using spoons, jigging raps, and lake shiners, sucker minnows, or golden shiners in 20-30 feet of water. For those fishing after dark, walleye and burbot have been active. On the Washburn side, similar catches are being reported, with anglers targeting depths of 25+ feet using jigging spoons and lake shiners or golden shiners[1].

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For the species mentioned, here are some of the best lures and baits to use:
    - **Spoons and Jigging Raps**: These are excellent for catching coho salmon, herring, and walleye.
    - **Lake Shiners, Sucker Minnows, or Golden Shiners**: These live baits are working well for a variety of species including perch, walleye, and northern pike.
    - **Jigging Spoons**: Effective for splake, brown trout, and lake whitefish in deeper waters.

    ### Hot Spots
    If you're looking for some hot spots to try your luck, here are a few recommendations:
    - **Chequamegon Bay**: Access the bay from Kreher Park and Second Landing on the Ashland side, or from Bono Creek, Thompson Park, the Washburn Coal Dock, and Memorial Park on the Washburn side. Be cautious of ice heaves and cracks.
    - **Bodin’s Resort, Sioux River, Onion River, Bayfield, and Red Cliff**: These areas outside of Chequamegon Bay are also producing good catches, but make sure to check the ice conditions carefully before venturing out[1].

    In summary, today looks like a great day to get out on Lake Superior, with calm winds and good ice conditions in many areas. Use the right lures and baits, and you'll be hauling in a mixed bag of fish in no time. Always remember to check the ice carefully and fish safely. Good luck out there, and tight lines
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