Kraemer Lake
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How to Fish Kraemer Lake
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Kraemer Lake produces Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Panfish / Bluegill, Northern Pike, and more. Below are season-by-season fishing patterns by species.
Spring
Spring (Pre-Spawn) Walleye on Kraemer Lake
For spring (pre-spawn) walleye on Kraemer Lake, work blade baits worked slowly along bottom contours around points and breaks in 6-14 foot range transitioning to spawning areas with chartreuse colors baits. Water temps run 42-52°F. Pre-spawn walleyes staging near spawning areas, making deliberate movements from wintering areas to shallow staging locations Feeding activity increases as water warms, with most active periods during lower light conditions in the stained water
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| Water temp | 42-52°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Pre-spawn walleyes staging near spawning areas, making deliberate movements from wintering areas to shallow staging locations Feeding activity increases as water warms, with most active periods during lower light conditions in the stained water |
| Key locations | Points and breaks in 6-14 foot range transitioning to spawning areas; Rocky or gravel areas near shore in 4-8 foot depth; Inside turns and subtle transitions leading to shallow bays |
| Best techniques | Blade Baits worked slowly along bottom contours; Live Bait Rigs with minnows presented on transitions; Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with measured lifts and drops |
| Forage | Shiners moving shallow for spring warming, Small Perch in transitional areas, Juvenile White Suckers preparing for spawn |
| Structure | Points and breaks in 6-14 foot range transitioning to spawning areas, Rocky or gravel areas near shore in 4-8 foot depth |
| Bait colors | Chartreuse Colors, Pink Colors, Bold Striped Patterns |
Spring (Spawn) Walleye on Kraemer Lake
For spring (spawn) walleye on Kraemer Lake, work live bait rigs worked slowly along bottom in staging areas around rocky or gravel points in 2-6 foot depths for spawning activity with chartreuse colors baits. Water temps run 42-52°F. Male walleyes stage on hard-bottom spawning areas in 2-6 foot depths, while females hold in slightly deeper adjacent water 6-10 feet Post-spawn fish transition to feeding locations near spawning areas, particularly around points and depth transitions
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| Water temp | 42-52°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Male walleyes stage on hard-bottom spawning areas in 2-6 foot depths, while females hold in slightly deeper adjacent water 6-10 feet Post-spawn fish transition to feeding locations near spawning areas, particularly around points and depth transitions |
| Key locations | Rocky or gravel points in 2-6 foot depths for spawning activity; Adjacent drop-offs in 6-14 foot range where females stage; Shallow bays with firm bottom near deeper water access |
| Best techniques | Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along bottom in staging areas; Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with minnows or soft plastics; Blade Baits worked slowly through transitional depths |
| Forage | Shiners moving shallow for spring warmth, Small perch in transitional areas, Various minnow species concentrated near spawning areas |
| Structure | Rocky or gravel points in 2-6 foot depths for spawning activity, Adjacent drop-offs in 6-14 foot range where females stage |
| Bait colors | Chartreuse Colors, Pink Colors, Bold Striped Patterns |
Spring (Post-Spawn) Walleye on Kraemer Lake
For spring (post-spawn) walleye on Kraemer Lake, work live bait rigs worked slowly along depth transitions around main lake points with transitions from 6-14 feet, especially those near spawning areas with chartreuse colors baits. Water temps run 48-62°F. Post-spawn walleyes transitioning from spawning areas to early summer feeding locations, becoming more active with warming water temperatures Fish starting to establish feeding patterns along points and depth transitions, particularly during lower light conditions in this stained water system
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| Water temp | 48-62°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Post-spawn walleyes transitioning from spawning areas to early summer feeding locations, becoming more active with warming water temperatures Fish starting to establish feeding patterns along points and depth transitions, particularly during lower light conditions in this stained water system |
| Key locations | Main lake points with transitions from 6-14 feet, especially those near spawning areas; Weed edges developing in 8-10 foot range where baitfish are gathering; Secondary points and inside turns with access to deeper water |
| Best techniques | Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along depth transitions; Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) retrieved steadily along points; Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with minnows or soft plastics |
| Forage | Shiners and small minnows moving shallow post-winter, Young of year perch beginning to show up in emerging weed growth, Smaller baitfish congregating around warming shallows |
| Structure | Main lake points with transitions from 6-14 feet, especially those near spawning areas, Weed edges developing in 8-10 foot range where baitfish are gathering |
| Bait colors | Chartreuse Colors, Pink Colors, Dark Neutrals |
Summer
Summer Walleye on Kraemer Lake
For summer walleye on Kraemer Lake, work live bait rigs worked slowly along depth transitions around main lake points with access to 12-14 foot depths, especially those adjacent to weed growth with chartreuse colors baits. Water temps run 65-78°F. Walleye are likely holding along depth breaks and points near the thermocline (8-10 feet), moving shallower during low light periods to feed Fish are utilizing weed edges and structural elements as ambush points, particularly active during overcast conditions due to stained water
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| Water temp | 65-78°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Walleye are likely holding along depth breaks and points near the thermocline (8-10 feet), moving shallower during low light periods to feed Fish are utilizing weed edges and structural elements as ambush points, particularly active during overcast conditions due to stained water |
| Key locations | Main lake points with access to 12-14 foot depths, especially those adjacent to weed growth; Weed edges in 8-10 foot range where the thermocline intersects structure; Shallow feeding areas (4-6 feet) during early morning and evening periods |
| Best techniques | Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along depth transitions; Trolling Shallow (0-9') with bottom bouncers during peak feeding periods; Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with minnow-tipped jigs around points |
| Forage | Yellow Perch in and around weed edges, Shiners relating to points and transitions, Young-of-year baitfish schools in shallow areas |
| Structure | Main lake points with access to 12-14 foot depths, especially those adjacent to weed growth, Weed edges in 8-10 foot range where the thermocline intersects structure |
| Bait colors | Chartreuse Colors, Pink Colors, Bold Striped Patterns |
Fall
Fall Walleye on Kraemer Lake
For fall walleye on Kraemer Lake, work vertical jigging mid depth (10-19') around main lake points with access to 12-14 foot depths with vibrant craw colors baits. Water temps run 48-62°F. Walleye actively feeding during daylight hours due to stained water (1.5m Secchi), with increased activity during overcast conditions Fish transitioning to deeper structural elements, particularly points and breaks in 6-14 foot range, following cooling water temperatures Aggressive feeding behavior as fish bulk up for winter, often relating to baitfish schools near structure
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| Water temp | 48-62°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Walleye actively feeding during daylight hours due to stained water (1.5m Secchi), with increased activity during overcast conditions Fish transitioning to deeper structural elements, particularly points and breaks in 6-14 foot range, following cooling water temperatures Aggressive feeding behavior as fish bulk up for winter, often relating to baitfish schools near structure |
| Key locations | Main lake points with access to 12-14 foot depths; Sharp breaks near weedline edges in 8-10 foot range; Secondary points with scattered rock in 6-10 foot depth |
| Best techniques | Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19'); Live Bait Rigs; Blade Baits |
| Forage | Yellow Perch, Shiners, Small Chubs |
| Structure | Main lake points with access to 12-14 foot depths, Sharp breaks near weedline edges in 8-10 foot range |
| Bait colors | Vibrant Craw Colors, Pink Colors, Chartreuse Colors |
Winter & Ice
Winter Walleye on Kraemer Lake
For winter walleye on Kraemer Lake, work blade baits worked slowly along bottom contours around main lake points with access to 6-14 foot transitions with vibrant craw colors baits. Water temps run 38-45°F. Actively feeding in low-light conditions, particularly around points and depth transitions in 6-14 foot range Relating strongly to structural elements rather than suspending, due to stained water conditions Following baitfish schools near bottom structure, especially during warmer winter days
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| Water temp | 38-45°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Actively feeding in low-light conditions, particularly around points and depth transitions in 6-14 foot range Relating strongly to structural elements rather than suspending, due to stained water conditions Following baitfish schools near bottom structure, especially during warmer winter days |
| Key locations | Main lake points with access to 6-14 foot transitions; Deep weedline edges in 8-10 foot range; Bottom structure changes near depth transitions |
| Best techniques | Blade Baits worked slowly along bottom contours; Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') with aggressive snap-pause cadence; Live Bait Rigs with larger minnows near bottom structure |
| Forage | Minnows (primary winter forage), Small Perch, Shiners |
| Structure | Main lake points with access to 6-14 foot transitions, Deep weedline edges in 8-10 foot range |
| Bait colors | Vibrant Craw Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Pink Colors |
Ice Walleye on Kraemer Lake
For ice walleye on Kraemer Lake, work ice fishing tip-ups set in 6 feet of water on points around main lake points with transitions from 6 to 14 feet of water with pink colors baits. Water temps run 33-35°F. Walleye actively feeding on minnows during ice season, utilizing points as primary feeding zones Fish moving between shallow (6ft) and deeper (14ft) water on points throughout the day, likely due to stained water conditions allowing feeding during daylight hours
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| Water temp | 33-35°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Walleye actively feeding on minnows during ice season, utilizing points as primary feeding zones Fish moving between shallow (6ft) and deeper (14ft) water on points throughout the day, likely due to stained water conditions allowing feeding during daylight hours |
| Key locations | Main lake points with transitions from 6 to 14 feet of water; Weed edges along points in 8-10 foot range; Sharp breaks and transitions near points |
| Best techniques | Ice Fishing Tip-Ups set in 6 feet of water on points; Ice Fishing Jigs worked vertically in 14 feet off points; Ice Fishing Spoons for aggressive reaction strikes |
| Forage | Minnows (likely shiners or chubs), Small Perch |
| Structure | Main lake points with transitions from 6 to 14 feet of water, Weed edges along points in 8-10 foot range |
| Bait colors | Pink Colors, Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns |
Pattern summary
| Season | Species | Structure | Forage | Bait colors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (Pre-Spawn) | Walleye | Points and breaks in 6-14 foot range transitioning to spawning areas | Shiners moving shallow for spring warming | Chartreuse Colors, Pink Colors, Bold Striped Patterns |
| Spring (Spawn) | Walleye | Rocky or gravel points in 2-6 foot depths for spawning activity | Shiners moving shallow for spring warmth | Chartreuse Colors, Pink Colors, Bold Striped Patterns |
| Spring (Post-Spawn) | Walleye | Main lake points with transitions from 6-14 feet, especially those near spawning areas | Shiners and small minnows moving shallow post-winter | Chartreuse Colors, Pink Colors, Dark Neutrals |
| Summer | Walleye | Main lake points with access to 12-14 foot depths, especially those adjacent to weed growth | Yellow Perch in and around weed edges | Chartreuse Colors, Pink Colors, Bold Striped Patterns |
| Fall | Walleye | Main lake points with access to 12-14 foot depths | Yellow Perch | Vibrant Craw Colors, Pink Colors, Chartreuse Colors |
| Winter | Walleye | Main lake points with access to 6-14 foot transitions | Minnows (primary winter forage) | Vibrant Craw Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Pink Colors |
| Ice | Walleye | Main lake points with transitions from 6 to 14 feet of water | Minnows (likely shiners or chubs) | Pink Colors, Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns |
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Kraemer Lake fishing FAQ
- How do you catch Walleye on Kraemer Lake in Spring (Pre-Spawn)?
- Water temp 42-52°F. Pre-spawn walleyes staging near spawning areas, making deliberate movements from wintering areas to shallow staging locations Feeding activity increases as water warms, with most active periods during lower light conditions in the stained water Key locations: Points and breaks in 6-14 foot range transitioning to spawning areas; Rocky or gravel areas near shore in 4-8 foot depth; Inside turns and subtle transitions leading to shallow bays. Best techniques: Blade Baits worked slowly along bottom contours, Live Bait Rigs with minnows presented on transitions, Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with measured lifts and drops. Primary forage: Shiners moving shallow for spring warming, Small Perch in transitional areas, Juvenile White Suckers preparing for spawn. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Pink Colors, Bold Striped Patterns.
- How do you catch Walleye on Kraemer Lake in Spring (Spawn)?
- Water temp 42-52°F. Male walleyes stage on hard-bottom spawning areas in 2-6 foot depths, while females hold in slightly deeper adjacent water 6-10 feet Post-spawn fish transition to feeding locations near spawning areas, particularly around points and depth transitions Key locations: Rocky or gravel points in 2-6 foot depths for spawning activity; Adjacent drop-offs in 6-14 foot range where females stage; Shallow bays with firm bottom near deeper water access. Best techniques: Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along bottom in staging areas, Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with minnows or soft plastics, Blade Baits worked slowly through transitional depths. Primary forage: Shiners moving shallow for spring warmth, Small perch in transitional areas, Various minnow species concentrated near spawning areas. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Pink Colors, Bold Striped Patterns.
- How do you catch Walleye on Kraemer Lake in Spring (Post-Spawn)?
- Water temp 48-62°F. Post-spawn walleyes transitioning from spawning areas to early summer feeding locations, becoming more active with warming water temperatures Fish starting to establish feeding patterns along points and depth transitions, particularly during lower light conditions in this stained water system Key locations: Main lake points with transitions from 6-14 feet, especially those near spawning areas; Weed edges developing in 8-10 foot range where baitfish are gathering; Secondary points and inside turns with access to deeper water. Best techniques: Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along depth transitions, Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) retrieved steadily along points, Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with minnows or soft plastics. Primary forage: Shiners and small minnows moving shallow post-winter, Young of year perch beginning to show up in emerging weed growth, Smaller baitfish congregating around warming shallows. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Pink Colors, Dark Neutrals.
- How do you catch Walleye on Kraemer Lake in Summer?
- Water temp 65-78°F. Walleye are likely holding along depth breaks and points near the thermocline (8-10 feet), moving shallower during low light periods to feed Fish are utilizing weed edges and structural elements as ambush points, particularly active during overcast conditions due to stained water Key locations: Main lake points with access to 12-14 foot depths, especially those adjacent to weed growth; Weed edges in 8-10 foot range where the thermocline intersects structure; Shallow feeding areas (4-6 feet) during early morning and evening periods. Best techniques: Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along depth transitions, Trolling Shallow (0-9') with bottom bouncers during peak feeding periods, Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with minnow-tipped jigs around points. Primary forage: Yellow Perch in and around weed edges, Shiners relating to points and transitions, Young-of-year baitfish schools in shallow areas. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Pink Colors, Bold Striped Patterns.
- How do you catch Walleye on Kraemer Lake in Fall?
- Water temp 48-62°F. Walleye actively feeding during daylight hours due to stained water (1.5m Secchi), with increased activity during overcast conditions Fish transitioning to deeper structural elements, particularly points and breaks in 6-14 foot range, following cooling water temperatures Aggressive feeding behavior as fish bulk up for winter, often relating to baitfish schools near structure Key locations: Main lake points with access to 12-14 foot depths; Sharp breaks near weedline edges in 8-10 foot range; Secondary points with scattered rock in 6-10 foot depth. Best techniques: Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19'), Live Bait Rigs, Blade Baits. Primary forage: Yellow Perch, Shiners, Small Chubs. Best bait colors: Vibrant Craw Colors, Pink Colors, Chartreuse Colors.
- How do you catch Walleye on Kraemer Lake in Winter?
- Water temp 38-45°F. Actively feeding in low-light conditions, particularly around points and depth transitions in 6-14 foot range Relating strongly to structural elements rather than suspending, due to stained water conditions Following baitfish schools near bottom structure, especially during warmer winter days Key locations: Main lake points with access to 6-14 foot transitions; Deep weedline edges in 8-10 foot range; Bottom structure changes near depth transitions. Best techniques: Blade Baits worked slowly along bottom contours, Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') with aggressive snap-pause cadence, Live Bait Rigs with larger minnows near bottom structure. Primary forage: Minnows (primary winter forage), Small Perch, Shiners. Best bait colors: Vibrant Craw Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Pink Colors.
- How do you catch Walleye on Kraemer Lake in Ice?
- Water temp 33-35°F. Walleye actively feeding on minnows during ice season, utilizing points as primary feeding zones Fish moving between shallow (6ft) and deeper (14ft) water on points throughout the day, likely due to stained water conditions allowing feeding during daylight hours Key locations: Main lake points with transitions from 6 to 14 feet of water; Weed edges along points in 8-10 foot range; Sharp breaks and transitions near points. Best techniques: Ice Fishing Tip-Ups set in 6 feet of water on points, Ice Fishing Jigs worked vertically in 14 feet off points, Ice Fishing Spoons for aggressive reaction strikes. Primary forage: Minnows (likely shiners or chubs), Small Perch. Best bait colors: Pink Colors, Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns.