Chippewa Flowage Fishing Reports
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2026-08-22
Walleye
The Walleye bite has been reported to be a little slow this week, but most people have been day time fishing. Those that have been reporting good results on the Walleye have been targeting them at night around the weed edges in 6-15 feet. Leeches and Crawlers are both good choices for Walleye bait.
Musky
Musky action has picked up in the past week or so…particularly on blades! A lot of folks have been coming in and reporting increased Musky activity on a variety of Bucktails. The Musky Frenzy IC7s and the Hunsytails seem to be leading the pack in best blades to use this week. In the evenings or early mornings, it's good to switch things up to surface baits. Hawg Wobblers and Creepers have been effective during low light hours. Target weed edges and drop offs.
Northern
Pike have been aggressive this week. The majority of the pike are on the smaller side, but nonetheless they have been aggressive. The Chatterflash is really getting it done this week on the Pike. A lot of people have come in and reported increased action on the Chatterflash over spinners and spoons this week. Targeting weeds and other areas with good cover is the way to go.
Crappie
The Crappie bite has remained decent. In the last week or so it seemed like it has dropped off slightly on the bogs but more so in terms of size as opposed to numbers. The Crappie seem to be suspended above deeper cover during the day while they are still under the bogs in the evening. Crappie Minnows and Bobby Garland Mayflies are the ticket this week!
Panfish
The Bluegill bite has been solid all week. Redworms and Voodoo Jigs tipped with a Waxworm have been the baits of choice. Targeting brushpiles and shallow to mid depth weed cover is the way to go.
Bass
Smallmouth Bass have been active on the East Side…primarily on Ned Rigs. The Largemouth have been very active this week. Chatterbaits and Frogs have been effective at getting the Largemouth to hit. For the Smallies…target stumps and rocks on the far east and south east sides. For the Largemouth…target nice weed beds and lily pads.
Weather
It is going to be a fairly warm week with nicer lows in the evenings. The highs this week will primarily be in the low to mid 70s and spiking up to 80 on Tuesday. The lows this week will range from the mid 40s to mid 50s throughout most of the week. Currently no rain is forecasted this week.
Water Temp at time of this report
72 Degrees
General
Leech Availability Report: As of right now Leeches are still available at Jenk's Bait and Tackle! According to a lot of folks coming in, we are the only game in Northwest Wisconsin with leeches at the moment. There is a possibility we may get some more in stock this coming week but nothing has been confirmed yet. But we definitely will have enough to supply all of you this weekend.
