Lake Como
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How to Fish Lake Como
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Lake Como produces Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Panfish / Bluegill, Northern Pike, and more. Below are season-by-season fishing patterns by species.
Spring
Spring (Pre-Spawn) Northern Pike on Lake Como
For spring (pre-spawn) northern pike on Lake Como, work spinnerbaits worked slowly through shallow areas with emerging vegetation around shallow bays and backwater areas with emerging vegetation, especially on the north side where water warms first with chartreuse colors baits. Water temps run 38-48°F. Pre-spawn pike actively staging in shallow waters near potential spawning areas, particularly in areas with emerging vegetation Aggressive feeding behavior to build energy reserves before spawning, with increased activity during warmer parts of the day
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| Water temp | 38-48°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Pre-spawn pike actively staging in shallow waters near potential spawning areas, particularly in areas with emerging vegetation Aggressive feeding behavior to build energy reserves before spawning, with increased activity during warmer parts of the day |
| Key locations | Shallow bays and backwater areas with emerging vegetation, especially on the north side where water warms first; Areas near shoreline irregularities that provide both spawning habitat and ambush points; Transition areas between shallow flats and slightly deeper water |
| Best techniques | Spinnerbaits worked slowly through shallow areas with emerging vegetation; Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) retrieved steadily just above vegetation; Live Bait Rigs with large minnows for cold front conditions |
| Forage | Yellow Perch congregating in similar shallow areas, Small Northern Pike, Various Minnow Species moving into warming shallows |
| Structure | Shallow bays and backwater areas with emerging vegetation, especially on the north side where water warms first, Areas near shoreline irregularities that provide both spawning habitat and ambush points |
| Bait colors | Chartreuse Colors, Vibrant Assorted Colors, Bold Striped Patterns |
Spring (Spawn) Northern Pike on Lake Como
For spring (spawn) northern pike on Lake Como, work inline spinners worked slowly through shallow spawning areas around shallow bays and backwater areas with emerging vegetation, especially in wind-protected zones with chartreuse colors baits. Water temps run 40-52°F. Actively spawning in shallow vegetated areas and backwaters, with post-spawn fish staging nearby for recovery Most aggressive during early morning and evening hours, with heightened feeding activity around spawning areas
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| Water temp | 40-52°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Actively spawning in shallow vegetated areas and backwaters, with post-spawn fish staging nearby for recovery Most aggressive during early morning and evening hours, with heightened feeding activity around spawning areas |
| Key locations | Shallow bays and backwater areas with emerging vegetation, especially in wind-protected zones; Transition areas between spawning flats and slightly deeper water (4-6 feet); Areas near docks that provide access to both shallow spawning areas and slightly deeper water |
| Best techniques | Inline Spinners worked slowly through shallow spawning areas; Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) with steady retrieves parallel to spawning areas; Spoons worked with a flutter action near staging areas |
| Forage | Young-of-year panfish in shallow areas, Small yellow perch, Spawning minnows |
| Structure | Shallow bays and backwater areas with emerging vegetation, especially in wind-protected zones, Transition areas between spawning flats and slightly deeper water (4-6 feet) |
| Bait colors | Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Vibrant Assorted Colors |
Spring (Post-Spawn) Northern Pike on Lake Como
For spring (post-spawn) northern pike on Lake Como, work inline spinners worked through shallow vegetation around shallow bays and flats with emerging vegetation in 2-4 feet of water with chartreuse colors baits. Water temps run 52-65°F. Post-spawn pike actively feeding to recover energy, primarily in shallow vegetated areas and along remaining spawning routes Aggressive feeding behavior during daylight hours, particularly during wind-blown conditions which create ambush opportunities
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| Water temp | 52-65°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Post-spawn pike actively feeding to recover energy, primarily in shallow vegetated areas and along remaining spawning routes Aggressive feeding behavior during daylight hours, particularly during wind-blown conditions which create ambush opportunities |
| Key locations | Shallow bays and flats with emerging vegetation in 2-4 feet of water; Transition areas between spawning bays and slightly deeper water near docks; Wind-blown shorelines with developing weed growth |
| Best techniques | Inline Spinners worked through shallow vegetation; Spinnerbaits along dock edges and emerging weed lines; Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) with steady retrieves in open water pockets |
| Forage | Young-of-year panfish in shallow vegetation, Spawning minnows in shoreline areas |
| Structure | Shallow bays and flats with emerging vegetation in 2-4 feet of water, Transition areas between spawning bays and slightly deeper water near docks |
| Bait colors | Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Vibrant Craw Colors |
Summer
Summer Northern Pike on Lake Como
For summer northern pike on Lake Como, work spinnerbaits worked along weed edges and through scattered vegetation around weed edges adjacent to slightly deeper water pockets with chartreuse colors baits. Water temps run 68-78°F. Pike are likely to move deeper during midday, seeking cooler water but staying near weed edges due to the lake's shallow average depth Most active feeding occurs during early morning and evening, with fish using vegetation as ambush points In this turbid water (1.9m Secchi), pike will be more aggressive and willing to chase prey in shallow zones
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| Water temp | 68-78°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Pike are likely to move deeper during midday, seeking cooler water but staying near weed edges due to the lake's shallow average depth Most active feeding occurs during early morning and evening, with fish using vegetation as ambush points In this turbid water (1.9m Secchi), pike will be more aggressive and willing to chase prey in shallow zones |
| Key locations | Weed edges adjacent to slightly deeper water pockets; Wind-blown shorelines with vegetation; Dock areas providing shade and ambush points |
| Best techniques | Spinnerbaits worked along weed edges and through scattered vegetation; Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) swimming just above vegetation; Trolling Shallow (0-9') parallel to weed edges |
| Forage | Young-of-year panfish in shallow vegetation, Small pike and yellow perch along weed edges, Minnow species in scattered vegetation |
| Structure | Weed edges adjacent to slightly deeper water pockets, Wind-blown shorelines with vegetation |
| Bait colors | Chartreuse Colors, Vibrant Assorted Colors, Dark Neutrals |
Fall
Fall Northern Pike on Lake Como
For fall northern pike on Lake Como, work spoons worked with an aggressive retrieve around dock areas around docks with access to slightly deeper water, especially those with vegetation nearby with chartreuse colors baits. Water temps run 45-65°F. Northern Pike are actively feeding and ambushing prey around dock structures, likely due to cooling fall temperatures and baitfish concentrations Fish are showing aggressive feeding behavior, striking flashy and high-visibility lures in the turbid water conditions
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| Water temp | 45-65°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Northern Pike are actively feeding and ambushing prey around dock structures, likely due to cooling fall temperatures and baitfish concentrations Fish are showing aggressive feeding behavior, striking flashy and high-visibility lures in the turbid water conditions |
| Key locations | Docks with access to slightly deeper water, especially those with vegetation nearby; Wind-blown shorelines where baitfish get concentrated; Shallow vegetation edges adjacent to deeper water access |
| Best techniques | Spoons worked with an aggressive retrieve around dock areas; Inline Spinners cast parallel to dock edges; Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) worked through dock areas |
| Forage | Yellow Perch congregating around dock structures, Small panfish using docks for cover |
| Structure | Docks with access to slightly deeper water, especially those with vegetation nearby, Wind-blown shorelines where baitfish get concentrated |
| Bait colors | Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Vibrant Craw Colors |
Winter & Ice
Winter Northern Pike on Lake Como
For winter northern pike on Lake Como, work spoons worked with aggressive jigging action around deep holes adjacent to remaining weed edges with chartreuse colors baits. Water temps run 38-45°F. Pike are likely suspending near remaining green vegetation edges, actively feeding during low-light periods Fish are moving between shallow flats and deeper holes, following schools of baitfish
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| Water temp | 38-45°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Pike are likely suspending near remaining green vegetation edges, actively feeding during low-light periods Fish are moving between shallow flats and deeper holes, following schools of baitfish |
| Key locations | Deep holes adjacent to remaining weed edges; Docks with access to deeper water; Wind-blown points with remaining vegetation |
| Best techniques | Spoons worked with aggressive jigging action; Live Bait Rigs with larger minnows; Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') |
| Forage | Small panfish and yellow perch, Stressed or dying baitfish |
| Structure | Deep holes adjacent to remaining weed edges, Docks with access to deeper water |
| Bait colors | Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Dark Neutrals |
Ice Northern Pike on Lake Como
For ice northern pike on Lake Como, work ice fishing tip-ups with large live bait positioned at varying depths around deeper pockets adjacent to dying weed edges, particularly near dock areas with chartreuse colors baits. Water temps run 33-39°F. Pike will be concentrated in areas near remaining green vegetation and around the limited number of deeper holes in this shallow lake Feeding activity is typically most aggressive during early morning and late afternoon, with fish being more lethargic during bright midday periods
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| Water temp | 33-39°F |
|---|---|
| Behavior | Pike will be concentrated in areas near remaining green vegetation and around the limited number of deeper holes in this shallow lake Feeding activity is typically most aggressive during early morning and late afternoon, with fish being more lethargic during bright midday periods |
| Key locations | Deeper pockets adjacent to dying weed edges, particularly near dock areas; Remaining green vegetation in 4-6 foot depth range; Areas where depth changes are most pronounced, given the lake's shallow average depth |
| Best techniques | Ice Fishing Tip-Ups with large live bait positioned at varying depths; Ice Fishing Spoons worked aggressively to trigger reaction strikes; Ice Fishing Jigs tipped with minnows for finicky fish |
| Forage | Yellow Perch, Small Panfish, Shiners |
| Structure | Deeper pockets adjacent to dying weed edges, particularly near dock areas, Remaining green vegetation in 4-6 foot depth range |
| Bait colors | Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Dark Neutrals |
Pattern summary
| Season | Species | Structure | Forage | Bait colors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (Pre-Spawn) | Northern Pike | Shallow bays and backwater areas with emerging vegetation, especially on the north side where water warms first | Yellow Perch congregating in similar shallow areas | Chartreuse Colors, Vibrant Assorted Colors, Bold Striped Patterns |
| Spring (Spawn) | Northern Pike | Shallow bays and backwater areas with emerging vegetation, especially in wind-protected zones | Young-of-year panfish in shallow areas | Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Vibrant Assorted Colors |
| Spring (Post-Spawn) | Northern Pike | Shallow bays and flats with emerging vegetation in 2-4 feet of water | Young-of-year panfish in shallow vegetation | Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Vibrant Craw Colors |
| Summer | Northern Pike | Weed edges adjacent to slightly deeper water pockets | Young-of-year panfish in shallow vegetation | Chartreuse Colors, Vibrant Assorted Colors, Dark Neutrals |
| Fall | Northern Pike | Docks with access to slightly deeper water, especially those with vegetation nearby | Yellow Perch congregating around dock structures | Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Vibrant Craw Colors |
| Winter | Northern Pike | Deep holes adjacent to remaining weed edges | Small panfish and yellow perch | Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Dark Neutrals |
| Ice | Northern Pike | Deeper pockets adjacent to dying weed edges, particularly near dock areas | Yellow Perch | Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Dark Neutrals |
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Lake Como fishing FAQ
- How do you catch Northern Pike on Lake Como in Spring (Pre-Spawn)?
- Water temp 38-48°F. Pre-spawn pike actively staging in shallow waters near potential spawning areas, particularly in areas with emerging vegetation Aggressive feeding behavior to build energy reserves before spawning, with increased activity during warmer parts of the day Key locations: Shallow bays and backwater areas with emerging vegetation, especially on the north side where water warms first; Areas near shoreline irregularities that provide both spawning habitat and ambush points; Transition areas between shallow flats and slightly deeper water. Best techniques: Spinnerbaits worked slowly through shallow areas with emerging vegetation, Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) retrieved steadily just above vegetation, Live Bait Rigs with large minnows for cold front conditions. Primary forage: Yellow Perch congregating in similar shallow areas, Small Northern Pike, Various Minnow Species moving into warming shallows. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Vibrant Assorted Colors, Bold Striped Patterns.
- How do you catch Northern Pike on Lake Como in Spring (Spawn)?
- Water temp 40-52°F. Actively spawning in shallow vegetated areas and backwaters, with post-spawn fish staging nearby for recovery Most aggressive during early morning and evening hours, with heightened feeding activity around spawning areas Key locations: Shallow bays and backwater areas with emerging vegetation, especially in wind-protected zones; Transition areas between spawning flats and slightly deeper water (4-6 feet); Areas near docks that provide access to both shallow spawning areas and slightly deeper water. Best techniques: Inline Spinners worked slowly through shallow spawning areas, Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) with steady retrieves parallel to spawning areas, Spoons worked with a flutter action near staging areas. Primary forage: Young-of-year panfish in shallow areas, Small yellow perch, Spawning minnows. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Vibrant Assorted Colors.
- How do you catch Northern Pike on Lake Como in Spring (Post-Spawn)?
- Water temp 52-65°F. Post-spawn pike actively feeding to recover energy, primarily in shallow vegetated areas and along remaining spawning routes Aggressive feeding behavior during daylight hours, particularly during wind-blown conditions which create ambush opportunities Key locations: Shallow bays and flats with emerging vegetation in 2-4 feet of water; Transition areas between spawning bays and slightly deeper water near docks; Wind-blown shorelines with developing weed growth. Best techniques: Inline Spinners worked through shallow vegetation, Spinnerbaits along dock edges and emerging weed lines, Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) with steady retrieves in open water pockets. Primary forage: Young-of-year panfish in shallow vegetation, Spawning minnows in shoreline areas. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Vibrant Craw Colors.
- How do you catch Northern Pike on Lake Como in Summer?
- Water temp 68-78°F. Pike are likely to move deeper during midday, seeking cooler water but staying near weed edges due to the lake's shallow average depth Most active feeding occurs during early morning and evening, with fish using vegetation as ambush points In this turbid water (1.9m Secchi), pike will be more aggressive and willing to chase prey in shallow zones Key locations: Weed edges adjacent to slightly deeper water pockets; Wind-blown shorelines with vegetation; Dock areas providing shade and ambush points. Best techniques: Spinnerbaits worked along weed edges and through scattered vegetation, Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) swimming just above vegetation, Trolling Shallow (0-9') parallel to weed edges. Primary forage: Young-of-year panfish in shallow vegetation, Small pike and yellow perch along weed edges, Minnow species in scattered vegetation. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Vibrant Assorted Colors, Dark Neutrals.
- How do you catch Northern Pike on Lake Como in Fall?
- Water temp 45-65°F. Northern Pike are actively feeding and ambushing prey around dock structures, likely due to cooling fall temperatures and baitfish concentrations Fish are showing aggressive feeding behavior, striking flashy and high-visibility lures in the turbid water conditions Key locations: Docks with access to slightly deeper water, especially those with vegetation nearby; Wind-blown shorelines where baitfish get concentrated; Shallow vegetation edges adjacent to deeper water access. Best techniques: Spoons worked with an aggressive retrieve around dock areas, Inline Spinners cast parallel to dock edges, Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) worked through dock areas. Primary forage: Yellow Perch congregating around dock structures, Small panfish using docks for cover. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Vibrant Craw Colors.
- How do you catch Northern Pike on Lake Como in Winter?
- Water temp 38-45°F. Pike are likely suspending near remaining green vegetation edges, actively feeding during low-light periods Fish are moving between shallow flats and deeper holes, following schools of baitfish Key locations: Deep holes adjacent to remaining weed edges; Docks with access to deeper water; Wind-blown points with remaining vegetation. Best techniques: Spoons worked with aggressive jigging action, Live Bait Rigs with larger minnows, Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9'). Primary forage: Small panfish and yellow perch, Stressed or dying baitfish. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Dark Neutrals.
- How do you catch Northern Pike on Lake Como in Ice?
- Water temp 33-39°F. Pike will be concentrated in areas near remaining green vegetation and around the limited number of deeper holes in this shallow lake Feeding activity is typically most aggressive during early morning and late afternoon, with fish being more lethargic during bright midday periods Key locations: Deeper pockets adjacent to dying weed edges, particularly near dock areas; Remaining green vegetation in 4-6 foot depth range; Areas where depth changes are most pronounced, given the lake's shallow average depth. Best techniques: Ice Fishing Tip-Ups with large live bait positioned at varying depths, Ice Fishing Spoons worked aggressively to trigger reaction strikes, Ice Fishing Jigs tipped with minnows for finicky fish. Primary forage: Yellow Perch, Small Panfish, Shiners. Best bait colors: Chartreuse Colors, Bold Striped Patterns, Dark Neutrals.