Experience Fall at The Walleye Capital of the World, Lake of the Woods

Provided By Lake of the Woods Area

August 9, 2024 at 9:09PM

Fall is an incredible time of the year to fish walleyes up at Lake of the Woods and the Rainy River. As the leaves are turning and the migration is taking place overhead, walleyes are very active, transitioning to their favorite fall areas and putting on the feed bag for the upcoming winter. Emerald shiners are running in the Rainy River with thousands of walleyes close behind. Some anglers bring their own boats while others simply step aboard with a guide or on a charter boat targeting huge schools of walleyes that Lake of the Woods is famous for. It is fall up on Lake of the Woods and memories are being made.

There are over 50 resorts, hotels and rentals in Lake of the Woods County. Resorts offer full-service accommodations. From the traditional American Plan with lodging, full-service fishing and meals all included to simply renting a cabin or hotel room and using your own equipment, there are many options. Fish cleaning is available and part of many fishing packages. Fresh fish frys with walleyes, saugers and jumbo perch are the norm in these parts.