How to Fish Lake Saint Croix: Best Patterns & Techniques

Lake Saint Croix

Published: Nov 1, 2018Updated: May 13, 2025

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Spring Fishing Patterns on Lake Saint Croix

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	42-52	Pre-spawn walleyes are staging near spawning areas and actively feeding to build energy reserves Fish are moving along depth transitions and showing increased activity during low-light periods	Ledges in 14-15 foot depth range, especially those near spawning areas Current areas and river channel edges where pre-spawn walleyes stage Transition areas between shallow spawning flats and deeper staging areas	Live Bait Rigs with leeches dragged slowly along contour lines Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') with minnows Lipless Crankbaits worked along ledges	Minnows gathering in pre-spawn areas Small perch in transitional areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	52-62	Smallmouth bass are transitioning to spawning areas, actively feeding on minnows around hard structure in preparation for the spawn Fish are showing aggressive chase behavior in the pre-spawn period, willing to pursue moving baits like jerkbaits	Rock piles in 7-12 feet of water Rip rap banks with access to deeper water Secondary points with mixed rock and gravel	Hard Jerkbaits worked with long pauses Wacky Rigs fished slowly around rocky structure Ned Rigs dragged along rock transitions	Minnows Crawfish emerging from winter habitat	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Sturgeon	45-58	Pre-spawn sturgeon are transitioning from winter holding areas to spawning locations, actively feeding to build energy reserves Fish are congregating in deeper channel areas (20-35ft) but making periodic movements to shallower staging areas Feeding activity increases during warmer periods of the day when metabolism is higher	Deep river channel edges in 20-35 foot range where current provides consistent food delivery Transitional areas where deep channels meet shallower flats Areas with moderate current that concentrate baitfish	Live Bait Rigs with heavy weights (2-4 oz) to maintain bottom contact in current Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) with scented bait for targeting congregated fish Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') for fish staging in pre-spawn areas	Shad schools concentrated in deeper channels Bottom-dwelling organisms like crayfish and mollusks Small fish species gathering in pre-spawn staging areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	White Bass	48-58	White bass are staging for the spawn, actively feeding and moving from deeper wintering areas to pre-spawn staging locations Fish are schooling aggressively, particularly during warming trends, and actively pursuing baitfish in transitional areas	Secondary points and channel breaks leading to spawning areas Shallow flats adjacent to deeper water where baitfish schools gather River channel edges in 8-15 feet of water	Blade Baits worked with aggressive vertical hops along channel edges Lipless Crankbaits retrieved steadily through transitional areas Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) worked at varying depths to match baitfish schools	Shad schools moving from winter areas to warmer water Small minnows gathering in pre-spawn staging areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	48-62	Crappie are transitioning from deeper winter haunts to warmer, shallower staging areas, becoming increasingly active as water temperatures rise Fish are suspending near structure edges where they can ambush shad, especially during low-light periods Movement patterns show gradual progression toward spawning areas, with fish relating heavily to transition zones	Protected coves with submerged vegetation near deeper water access Secondary points leading into spawning bays Dock structures in 4-12 foot depth range	Crappie Spider Rigging Hover/Mid-Strolling Crappie Sniping (Casting/Single Poling)	Shad schools in pre-spawn staging areas Small baitfish relating to emerging vegetation	Pink Colors Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	52-62	Moving from deeper wintering areas to transitional staging areas near spawning flats Actively feeding to build energy reserves for spawning, with increased activity during warming trends	Secondary points adjacent to spawning bays Shallow rock and vegetation transitions in 3-7 foot range Protected coves with emerging vegetation	Lipless Crankbaits worked through emerging vegetation Soft Jerkbaits with erratic retrieve near transition areas Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) around shallow cover	Shad schools in pre-spawn staging areas Shallow water minnows near emerging vegetation	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Vibrant Craw Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Northern Pike	42-52	Pike are actively moving into shallow bays and tributaries to stage for spawning, with increased feeding activity to prepare for reproduction Fish are particularly aggressive during this pre-spawn period, taking advantage of the moderately stained water (2.3m Secchi) for ambush hunting Utilizing weed edges and points as primary staging areas, making frequent forays into even shallower water on warming trends	Shallow bays with emerging vegetation, especially near tributary inflows Points and inside turns adjacent to spawning bays Weed edge transitions in 4-8 foot depth range	Spinnerbaits worked parallel to weed edges and points Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) with steady retrieve near staging areas Hard Jerkbaits with longer pauses in clearer water zones	Yellow Perch Shad Minnows	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Muskie	45-58	Pre-spawn muskies are transitioning from winter patterns, becoming more active as water temperatures rise, primarily following shad schools in preparation for spawning Fish are moving from deeper wintering areas to staging areas near spawning locations, particularly along points and in bays	Shallow bays with emerging vegetation adjacent to deeper water Points and neck-downs that funnel baitfish movement Transition areas where deep wintering holes meet emerging weed edges	Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) worked slowly along transition areas Trolling Shallow (0-9') along points and neck-downs Hard Jerkbaits with long pauses near baitfish schools	Shad schools moving into warmer, shallower water Smallmouth bass in transitional areas Pike gathering in pre-spawn locations	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	45-55	Walleye are transitioning into spawning patterns with males staging near spawning areas while females prepare in slightly deeper water Fish are actively feeding during low light periods (evening) as evidenced by recent reports showing 6-8:30pm success Movement patterns are showing fish scattered across structural elements rather than tightly schooled	River channels and current areas where spawning is likely to occur Points and ledges adjacent to spawning areas Shallow rocky areas and gravel flats in 7-15 feet of water	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') with 1/4 oz jigs Live Bait Rigs with minnows near bottom Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') during low light periods	Minnows/Shiners gathering in pre-spawn areas Small fish concentrating in current areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	55-65	Male smallmouth moving shallow (2-8 feet) to establish spawning beds on hard bottom areas near points and rock piles Females staging in slightly deeper water (8-15 feet) near spawning areas, making periodic moves shallow to inspect potential nest sites Aggressive territorial behavior from males guarding nests, leading to reaction strikes	Rock piles and gravel areas in 2-8 feet of water, especially near points Protected coves with hard bottom composition Transition areas between spawning flats and deeper water (8-15 feet)	Tubes worked slowly around spawning areas Ned Rigs with subtle presentations near beds Drop Shot for females staging in deeper water	Small minnows Crayfish emerging from winter dormancy	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Sturgeon	48-62	Sturgeon are moving into shallower river sections and tributaries for spawning, concentrating in areas with moderate current and gravel/rocky substrate Fish are less focused on feeding during spawn but will opportunistically feed before and after spawning activities	River channel edges with gravel or rocky substrate in 8-15 ft depths Tributary confluence areas with moderate current Deep holding pools adjacent to spawning areas	Live Bait Rigs with 2-4 oz weights to maintain bottom contact in current Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') with heavy jigs tipped with natural bait	Shad congregating in pre-spawn areas Various bottom-dwelling invertebrates	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Spawn)	White Bass	58-65	Post-spawn males are actively guarding nests in shallow areas, showing aggressive behavior towards passing baits Fish are transitioning from spawning to post-spawn patterns, with males being more prevalent in catches	Open water areas near spawning flats where post-spawn fish are actively feeding Current-swept areas in river sections where fish are staging Points and breaks adjacent to spawning areas where fish are transitioning	Hard Jerkbaits worked with downstream casts and upstream retrieves Unweighted bucktail flies for aggressive surface feeders Small Soft Body Swimbaits for imitating prevalent baitfish	Small baitfish schools transitioning to post-spawn areas Young-of-year shad beginning to emerge	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	58-68	Actively moving into shallow spawning areas (4-12 feet), especially around vegetation and dock structures Males staging on nests while females move between spawning areas and nearby deeper staging zones Aggressive feeding periods during pre-spawn, becoming more territorial during actual spawn	Protected shallow coves with submerged vegetation Dock structures in 4-12 foot depth range Secondary points leading into spawning bays	Crappie Dock Shooting Bobbers Crappie Sniping (Casting/Single Poling)	Shad Small invertebrates around vegetation	Pink Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	58-68	Staging on pre-spawn areas near spawning flats, actively searching for nesting locations in protected bays and coves Males becoming increasingly territorial and aggressive as they prepare and guard nesting sites Females making periodic movements between slightly deeper staging areas and shallow spawning zones	Protected shallow bays with submerged vegetation Secondary points leading into spawning coves Shallow flats adjacent to deeper water	Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) Soft Jerkbaits Spinnerbaits	Shad concentrating in spawning areas Various minnow species in shallow water	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Northern Pike	40-52	Northern Pike are transitioning from deep wintering areas to shallow spawning grounds, focusing on protected bays and backwaters with emerging vegetation Post-spawn fish remain shallow but become more aggressive, actively feeding to recover energy	Protected shallow bays with emerging vegetation (2-6 feet deep) Weed edge transitions near deeper water access Shallow rocky points adjacent to spawning bays	Spinnerbaits worked slowly through shallow vegetation Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) with steady retrieve Live Bait Rigs near spawning areas	Perch congregating in shallow spawning areas Minnows and shad in warming shallows Small pike and panfish in spawning areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Spawn)	Muskie	48-58	Post-spawn females recovering in shallow bays and near spawning areas, while pre-spawn males actively patrolling spawning zones Fish generally lethargic but will strike opportunistically, especially during warmer periods and around key structure	Shallow bays with emerging vegetation in 3-8 feet of water Secondary points adjacent to spawning bays Weed edges near drop-offs providing quick access to deeper water	Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) worked slowly near spawning areas Spinnerbaits retrieved at moderate pace along weed edges Hard Jerkbaits with long pauses near points and transitions	Shad schools beginning to move shallow Various panfish species in spawning areas Juvenile bass and walleye in transitional areas	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	50-77	Post-spawn walleye are actively feeding to recover energy, transitioning between shallow and mid-depth ranges (12-20 feet) as water temperatures rise from 50-77°F Fish are relating strongly to current areas and ledges, particularly during peak feeding periods	River channels and current seams in 12-20 foot depths Shoreline ledges dropping into 15-25 feet of water Rock piles and reefs in 13-18 foot range	Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') with Flicker Shads on leadcore or thin braid Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') with jig and minnow combinations Live Bait Rigs with crawler chunks Ned Rigs worked around rocky structure	Minnows concentrated in current areas Perch around rock structures Shad in river channel edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Pink Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	65-68	Post-spawn smallmouth bass are in recovery mode, moving from spawning areas to deeper summer haunts Fish are actively feeding but prefer slower presentations as they regain energy, particularly around rock to sand transitions	Rock to sand transitions in 8-10 feet of water Rip rap areas near deeper water access River channel edges with hard bottom structure	Ned Rigs worked slowly along bottom transitions Bladed Jigs for covering water and targeting active fish Deep diving crankbaits for fish that have moved to recuperation areas	Insects Small baitfish near rocky areas	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Sturgeon	54-65	Post-spawn sturgeon are actively feeding to recover energy, moving along deep channel edges and flats adjacent to spawning areas Fish are typically feeding in groups, staying close to bottom in areas with moderate current	Deep channel areas 20-35 feet with moderate current Flat areas adjacent to spawning tributaries Current seams and eddies in main river channel	Live Bait Rigs with 2-4 oz weights to maintain bottom contact Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) with heavy jigs tipped with live bait Trolling Deep (20'+) with bottom bouncing rigs	Shad schools moving along channel edges Bottom-dwelling invertebrates and crayfish Small fish species in current areas	Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	White Bass	55-65	Active schooling behavior in river channels and open water, aggressively pursuing shad and other baitfish Post-spawn recovery period transitioning to aggressive feeding, with fish moving between shallow and mid-depth areas	River channels and current seams where baitfish are concentrated Points and breaks near deep water that provide ambush locations Open water flats adjacent to river channel edges	Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') worked parallel to current breaks Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) for imitating shad schools Lipless Crankbaits retrieved at varying speeds to trigger reaction strikes	Shad - primary forage based on recent reports Small Minnows - secondary forage option	Metallic Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	62-72	Crappie are transitioning to post-spawn feeding patterns, actively pursuing shad in the water column near vegetation and dock structures Fish are becoming more structure-oriented, suspending near edges of cover in 4-12 foot depths where light penetration is optimal in the moderately stained water	Submerged vegetation edges adjacent to deeper water in 4-12 foot range Dock structures, especially those near points or channel swings Secondary points with access to deeper water	Crappie Dock Shooting Crappie Sniping (Casting/Single Poling) Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9')	Shad (primary forage base) Young of year baitfish	Pink Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	62-72	Post-spawn largemouth are actively feeding to recover energy, transitioning from shallow spawning areas to nearby feeding zones Fish are utilizing emerging weed edges and rock structures as primary ambush points, especially during morning and evening periods	Emerging weed edges in 4-8 foot depth range adjacent to spawning flats Secondary points with rock structure near shallow bays Shallow vegetation edges where shad are congregating	Spinnerbaits worked parallel to weed edges Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) around emerging vegetation Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') along rocky points	Shad schools gathering near emerging vegetation Young of year baitfish in shallow areas Bluegill beginning to establish in weed beds	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Northern Pike	52-68	During post-spawn, Northern Pike are actively feeding to recover energy, focusing on shallow to mid-depth ambush points near emerging weed growth Fish are utilizing the complex shoreline features, particularly points and coves, for hunting forage fish in 5-15 foot depth ranges	Emerging weed edges adjacent to deeper water, especially near points and coves Secondary points with submerged vegetation where shallow meets deeper water Rocky banks with nearby weed growth offering ambush positions	Spinnerbaits worked parallel to weed edges and point transitions Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) with steady retrieves through productive zones Inline Spinners for covering water in shallow feeding areas	Perch congregating near emerging weed growth Minnows and shad schools in transition areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Muskie	52-65	Post-spawn muskies are beginning to actively feed again, focusing on ambush points near spawning areas and transitioning to deeper main lake structures Fish are most active during warming trends, particularly during early morning and evening periods in the stained water conditions	Weed edges adjacent to spawning bays where shad congregate Points and ledges near deep water access, especially those with submerged vegetation Complex shoreline areas with multiple points and bays providing ambush locations	Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) worked slowly along weed edges and points Inline Spinners retrieved at moderate speeds parallel to structure Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') worked around transition areas	Shad schools beginning to move into post-spawn areas Various gamefish species (smallmouth, walleye) in shallow to mid-depth ranges Young of the year panfish emerging in warming shallows	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors

Summer Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Summer	Walleye	70-77	Walleye are actively feeding in various depth ranges (16-26 feet) with increased activity during lower light periods. They're particularly active around ledges and drop-offs where they ambush baitfish Fish are showing both deep and shallow patterns, with some relating to river channels and current areas while others are using shallow sand flats during feeding periods	Ledges and drop-offs in 15-30 feet of water, especially where they transition from sand flats River channels and current areas where baitfish concentrate Rip rap transitions to shallow sand flats	Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') with leadcore and crankbaits at 2.7-2.9 mph Live Bait Rigs with crawlers and leeches at 0.6-0.9 mph Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') with fast retrieves near shoreline structure	Shad - primary forage based on multiple reports Minnows - producing well on jigs in current areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	70-83	Smallmouth bass are actively feeding throughout the day with peak activity in early morning. They transition from shallow feeding zones at dawn to deeper structure during midday heat. Fish are showing aggressive feeding behavior on points and rock piles, with clear daily movement patterns between deep and shallow water based on light and temperature conditions.	Main lake points with rock structure, particularly in 10-20 foot depth range Rock piles and boulder fields near river channel edges Shallow flats with submerged vegetation in semi-slack water areas Steep rocky banks along river channels in 15-25 foot depths	Wacky Rigs worked slowly around points and rock structure Drop Shot with subtle movements in deeper water Hard Topwater (Walking) during early morning hours Ned Rigs dragged along rocky structure	Minnows - primary forage based on multiple reports Shad - mentioned in reports near structure	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Green Colors
Summer	Sturgeon	72-82	Sturgeon are actively feeding in open river channels, primarily targeting gizzard shad and other natural forage. They are most active during periods of lower boat traffic. Fish are roaming featureless bottom areas rather than holding tight to specific structure, following forage movements in moderately deep water.	Open river channels in 12-20 feet of water Deeper channel edges in 20-25 feet of water Areas near baitfish pods, particularly in Andersen Bay	Live Bait Rigs with 6-8/0 circle hooks and 2oz slide sinkers Bottom bouncing with live bait in channel areas	Fresh gizzard shad (primary forage) Nightcrawlers (effective alternative) Fathead minnows (backup option)	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Summer	White Bass	65-82	Actively schooling and chasing shad in open water, particularly during early morning and evening hours Moving between main lake points and shallow flats following baitfish schools Suspending near thermocline during midday heat	Main lake points with access to deep water Shallow flats adjacent to river channels Brush piles in 15-25 foot depth range	Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) worked at varying speeds to match baitfish movement Lipless Crankbaits retrieved quickly through suspended schools Inline Spinners cast and retrieved near surface during active feeding periods	Shad schools in open water Small minnows near shoreline structure Young-of-year baitfish in shallow flats	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors
Summer	Crappie	75-83	Suspending near deeper structure edges (12-20 feet) during daylight hours, moving shallower to feed during low light periods Actively feeding on shad schools around submerged vegetation and dock structures	Deep dock edges adjacent to ledges in 15-20 foot depth range Submerged vegetation edges near points in 12-15 foot depth Suspended over river channel bends where current meets structure	Crappie Spider Rigging with multiple rods to cover various depths along structure edges Crappie Dock Shooting during midday when fish are holding tight to shade Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') when fish are actively feeding near structure	Shad schools suspended in the water column Small bluegill and juvenile sunfish around vegetation	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	68-78	Actively feeding in shallow to mid-depth zones (3-7ft) during summer, utilizing rock structure and weed edges as primary ambush points Fish are scattered along shorelines, showing aggressive feeding behavior from shore to boat lanes Moving between shallow feeding areas and slightly deeper water as temperatures fluctuate throughout the day	Rocky shorelines with larger boulder structure in 3-7ft range Shallow vegetation edges adjacent to deeper water Protected coves and bays with mixed rock and weed cover	Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) targeting shallow cover and rock transitions Tubes worked from shoreline to deeper water Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') parallel to shoreline structure	Shad schools in shallow to mid-depth ranges Various minnow species relating to shoreline structure	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors
Summer	Northern Pike	73-83	Northern Pike are transitioning to deeper, cooler water during peak summer temperatures (73-83°F), but still actively hunting along weed edges and rocky bank transitions Fish are utilizing thick weed coverage as ambush points during warm periods, particularly during peak daylight hours	Edges where submerged vegetation meets rocky banks, especially in areas with good ambush points Deep weed edges near points and coves where pike can access cooler water Transition zones between stained and clearer water areas, particularly near structural elements	Bladed Jigs worked with straight retrieve along weed edges Spinnerbaits parallel to weed edges and rocky banks Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) worked through transitional areas	Perch actively using weed edges Minnows schooling along structure Shad in open water near structure	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Summer	Muskie	68-76	Muskies are actively patrolling weed edges and contours, using these areas as ambush points for shad and other prey fish Fish are most active during low-light periods due to the moderately stained water conditions (2.3m Secchi depth)	Weed edges adjacent to deep contours, especially in areas where vegetation meets breaklines Points and inside turns with submerged vegetation, particularly those intersecting with travel corridors Humps with vegetation that provide ambush points near deeper water	Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) worked along weed edges and contours Spinnerbaits worked parallel to weed edges during low light conditions Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') along defined edges and breaklines	Shad schools actively using weed edges and contours Multiple gamefish species including smallmouth bass and walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Dark Neutrals

Fall Fishing Guide for Lake Saint Croix

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Fall	Walleye	45-61	Walleye are in aggressive feeding mode, targeting large schools of shad while fattening up for winter. Fish are particularly active around isolated smaller baitfish schools rather than the largest congregations. Movement patterns show fish utilizing both shallow (7-9ft) and deep (20-30ft) locations, often relating to ledges and following baitfish movements.	Steep ledges in 25-30 FOW near baitfish schools Shallow ledge tops in 7-9 FOW adjacent to deep water Current areas with isolated pods of baitfish in 15-20 FOW	Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') Trolling Deep (20'+)	Gizzard Shad Young-of-year Perch	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	56-70	Smallmouth bass are actively feeding in preparation for winter, following baitfish schools and utilizing drop-offs and points as ambush locations Fish are showing a preference for finesse presentations, particularly during cooler periods, with most active feeding during warmer parts of the day	Drop-offs and ledges adjacent to deep water, particularly those with rock or hard bottom structure Main lake points with access to both shallow and deep water Bridge pilings with nearby deep water access	Wacky Rigs worked slowly along drop-offs and points Shakey Heads dragged near structure and bridge pilings Drop Shot with finesse presentations in deeper water	Minnows - primary forage based on multiple recent reports Shad - particularly around structure and deep water areas	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Purple Colors
Fall	Sturgeon	54-77	Actively feeding and congregating in deeper channel areas, especially as water temperatures cool from 77°F to mid-50s°F. Multiple fish can be caught from a single location, indicating concentrated feeding behavior. Relying primarily on scent/touch to locate prey in moderately turbid water, with increased feeding activity during fall as they build energy reserves.	Open river channel areas in 20-35 foot depths, particularly mid-channel areas with bait activity Featureless bottom areas in main basin, transitioning from 13-20 feet early fall to 25-50 feet as season progresses Mid-river flats in 20-30 foot range where baitfish concentrate	Live Bait Rigs with 2-4 oz sinkers and 7/0 circle hooks, keeping line taught for bite detection Carolina Rigs with 2 oz weights and 6/0 circle hooks for maintaining bottom contact in current	Fresh shad (primary forage, especially abundant in fall) Nightcrawlers (secondary option, less effective than fresh shad)	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	White Bass	58-70	Actively pursuing baitfish schools in shallow water (1-2 feet) along shorelines, exhibiting aggressive feeding behavior during morning hours Transitioning to more subtle feeding patterns as day progresses, with bite detection becoming more difficult by afternoon	Shallow shorelines with small rock spine points and current breaks, especially in 1-2 feet of water Areas with irregularities in reeds and laydowns near shoreline Points and breaks where white bass can corral baitfish	Hard Jerkbaits worked with jerk-jerk-pause cadence parallel to shoreline Finesse Hair Jigs using SoDak Shake or Under Sweep techniques Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) retrieved steadily near shoreline structure	Young-of-year minnows 2-3 inches in length Shad schools moving into shallow water	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors
Fall	Crappie	52-68	Crappie are actively feeding to build up reserves for winter, often suspending near structure edges in moderate depths where they can ambush shad Fish are transitioning from summer deep water patterns to shallower zones, following baitfish movements and responding to cooling water temperatures	Main lake points and ledges where shad congregate during fall transition Shallow coves with remaining vegetation in 4-12 foot depth range Current breaks and depth changes along the river channel edges	Crappie Long Lining (Pulling/Trolling) Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Crappie Sniping (Casting/Single Poling)	Shad schools transitioning to creek arms and coves Small baitfish relating to remaining vegetation	Natural Baitfish Colors Pink Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Largemouth Bass	55-68	Transitioning to deeper water near steep breaks, aggressively feeding to build up energy reserves for winter Following baitfish schools into the back of coves and creek arms during shad migrations Actively feeding during the midday when water temperatures reach optimal range	Deep weed edges adjacent to shallow flats where vegetation is dying off Rocky points and ledges near creek channel intersections Shallow coves with remaining vegetation where baitfish are schooling	Spinnerbaits worked along weed edges and through dying vegetation Medium Diving Crankbaits (7'-12') parallel to steep breaks Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) for matching bigger baitfish	Shad schools migrating into creeks and coves Remaining sunfish in vegetation Crawfish near rocky structures	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Fall	Northern Pike	52-65	Northern Pike actively feeding on perch and shad, utilizing weed edges and points as ambush locations during fall cooling period Moving between shallow feeding areas and deeper staging zones as water temperatures fluctuate Increased aggression and feeding activity to build energy reserves for winter	Weed edges adjacent to deeper water, especially near points and coves Rocky banks with submerged vegetation transitions Deep ledges near shallow feeding flats	Spinnerbaits worked along weed edges and through transitions Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) slow-rolled near structure Trolling Shallow (0-9') along weed edges and points	Perch congregating near weed edges Shad schools in open water and near structure Remaining summer baitfish in shallow zones	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Fall	Muskie	52-65	Muskies are exhibiting aggressive feeding behavior to bulk up for winter, primarily targeting shad schools along deeper structural elements Fish are following defined travel corridors between feeding zones, using points and drop-offs as ambush locations	Deep weed edges adjacent to points and drop-offs Main lake points intersecting with sharp breaks Deeper contours near bays where shad schools congregate	Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') along weed edges and contours Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) worked along breaks Large Hair Jigs (Preacher) worked vertically near structure	Shad schools moving deeper with cooling temperatures Smallmouth bass utilizing similar structures Various other gamefish concentrated near structural elements	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals

Winter & Ice Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Winter	Walleye	42-46	Walleye are exhibiting aggressive feeding behavior, targeting schooling baitfish in deep water basins and along structural breaks Fish are showing a preference for deeper water (15-32 feet) during the day, with most active feeding periods during low light conditions	Deep ledges in 20-32 feet of water where baitfish schools congregate Basin areas and saddles in 25-32 foot range where baitfish and insects collect Transition areas near 15-20 foot flats adjacent to deeper water	Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) with jigging raps and Hyper Rattles for active fish Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') with Flicker Shads bouncing bottom on ledges Spoons tipped with minnow heads in deep basins for neutral to negative fish	White bass and baitfish schools in deep water Minnows congregating near bottom in basins	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Dark Neutrals
Winter	Sturgeon	38-45	Sturgeon become less active but still feed opportunistically in deep channel areas with consistent current Fish congregate in slower, deeper holes where they can conserve energy while maintaining access to forage	Deep channel areas 20-35 feet with moderate current River bends and holes where current slows and depth increases Areas where tributary streams enter main channel, creating warmer water pockets	Live Bait Rigs with 2-4 oz weights to maintain bottom contact in current Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) with heavy jigs tipped with natural bait	Shad concentrations in deeper water Bottom-dwelling organisms like crayfish and aquatic insects	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Winter	Crappie	38-45	Crappie are suspending near deep structure edges and points, using these areas as ambush points for shad in low-light conditions Fish are maintaining relatively stable winter positions, making shorter movements to feed during prime periods	Deep ledges and points adjacent to winter holding areas Suspended positions near structure edges in 15-25 foot depth range Current breaks near river-influenced areas where baitfish concentrate	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Blade Baits Damiki Rig	Shad schools concentrated in winter holding areas Small baitfish relating to deep structure	Pink Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Winter	Northern Pike	45-55	Northern Pike are actively feeding in mid-depth zones (8-15 feet) during winter open water period, particularly along weed edges and points where they can ambush prey Fish are making frequent movements between deeper staging areas and shallower feeding zones, especially during low-light periods	Weed edge transitions near points and drop-offs in 8-15 foot range Rocky banks adjacent to deeper water Protected coves with remaining vegetation	Spinnerbaits worked slowly along weed edges and points Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) retrieved with occasional pauses near structure Blade Baits worked vertically in deeper staging areas	Perch Shad Minnows	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Winter	Muskie	45-52	Late-season muskies concentrate near deeper structure adjacent to remaining baitfish schools, making fewer but more aggressive feeding movements Fish become more lethargic but will still opportunistically feed during warming trends or stable weather periods	Deep weed edges and points adjacent to drop-offs where shad schools concentrate Steep breaks and ledges in 15-25 foot range, especially near river channel bends Protected bays with remaining green vegetation and deeper water access	Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) worked slowly along depth transitions Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') near concentrated baitfish schools Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') along contours and channel edges	Shad schools concentrating in deeper water Various gamefish species (smaller pike, walleye) in similar wintering areas Remaining baitfish near deep weed edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Light Neutral Colors
Ice	Walleye	34-39	During ice season, walleye maintain active feeding periods during dawn and dusk, concentrating near structure that provides access to both deeper water and feeding shelves Fish are following and actively feeding on large schools of shad, with more aggressive feeding during low-light periods	Deep ledges in 15-30 FOW where current areas concentrate baitfish River channel edges where depth changes create current breaks Shallow feeding shelves adjacent to deep water for dawn/dusk transitions	Ice Fishing Jigs worked aggressively during prime feeding windows Ice Fishing Spoons for active fish chasing shad schools Ice Fishing Tip-Ups set along depth transitions for larger predators	Shad schools concentrated in deeper water near structure Yellow Perch relating to the same structure as walleye Small panfish in shallower areas during low light	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Metallic Colors
Ice	Crappie	33-38	Crappies are holding tight to structural elements like points, feeding selectively on small prey in the water column Fish are showing particular selectivity in bait presentation, requiring finesse approaches with small profile baits	Main lake points with access to deeper water Deep edges of structural breaks where suspended baitfish gather Areas where current breaks meet point structures, creating prime holding zones	Ice Fishing Spoons worked with subtle jigging motions and tipped with minnow heads Ice Fishing Jigs with slower, more methodical presentations Damiki Rig for suspended fish near structure	Small minnows and shad Suspended micro-organisms and zooplankton	Pink Colors Chartreuse Colors Bold Striped Patterns
Ice	Northern Pike	33-39	Northern Pike become more lethargic but maintain feeding activity near structure and forage concentrations Fish tend to school more during ice season, following baitfish movements in predictable patterns Most active during dawn and dusk periods, with reduced movement during mid-day	Weed edges adjacent to deeper water, especially in 8-15 foot range Points and inside turns where weeds meet deeper water Shallow bays with remaining green vegetation, particularly near forage concentrations	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 finesse presentation	Yellow Perch congregating near remaining weed edges Shad schools suspended over deeper basins Minnows concentrated in remaining vegetation	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Vibrant Assorted Colors

Key Seasonal Structures in Lake Saint Croix

Season	Species	Primary Structure	Secondary Structure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	Ledges in 14-15 foot depth range, especially those near spawning areas	Current areas and river channel edges where pre-spawn walleyes stage
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rock piles in 7-12 feet of water	Rip rap banks with access to deeper water
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Sturgeon	Deep river channel edges in 20-35 foot range where current provides consistent food delivery	Transitional areas where deep channels meet shallower flats
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	White Bass	Secondary points and channel breaks leading to spawning areas	Shallow flats adjacent to deeper water where baitfish schools gather
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Protected coves with submerged vegetation near deeper water access	Secondary points leading into spawning bays
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Secondary points adjacent to spawning bays	Shallow rock and vegetation transitions in 3-7 foot range
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Shallow bays with emerging vegetation, especially near tributary inflows	Points and inside turns adjacent to spawning bays
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Muskie	Shallow bays with emerging vegetation adjacent to deeper water	Points and neck-downs that funnel baitfish movement
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	River channels and current areas where spawning is likely to occur	Points and ledges adjacent to spawning areas
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rock piles and gravel areas in 2-8 feet of water, especially near points	Protected coves with hard bottom composition
Spring (Spawn)	Sturgeon	River channel edges with gravel or rocky substrate in 8-15 ft depths	Tributary confluence areas with moderate current
Spring (Spawn)	White Bass	Open water areas near spawning flats where post-spawn fish are actively feeding	Current-swept areas in river sections where fish are staging
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Protected shallow coves with submerged vegetation	Dock structures in 4-12 foot depth range
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Protected shallow bays with submerged vegetation	Secondary points leading into spawning coves
Spring (Spawn)	Northern Pike	Protected shallow bays with emerging vegetation (2-6 feet deep)	Weed edge transitions near deeper water access
Spring (Spawn)	Muskie	Shallow bays with emerging vegetation in 3-8 feet of water	Secondary points adjacent to spawning bays
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	River channels and current seams in 12-20 foot depths	Shoreline ledges dropping into 15-25 feet of water
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rock to sand transitions in 8-10 feet of water	Rip rap areas near deeper water access
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Sturgeon	Deep channel areas 20-35 feet with moderate current	Flat areas adjacent to spawning tributaries
Spring (Post-Spawn)	White Bass	River channels and current seams where baitfish are concentrated	Points and breaks near deep water that provide ambush locations
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Submerged vegetation edges adjacent to deeper water in 4-12 foot range	Dock structures, especially those near points or channel swings
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Emerging weed edges in 4-8 foot depth range adjacent to spawning flats	Secondary points with rock structure near shallow bays
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Emerging weed edges adjacent to deeper water, especially near points and coves	Secondary points with submerged vegetation where shallow meets deeper water
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Muskie	Weed edges adjacent to spawning bays where shad congregate	Points and ledges near deep water access, especially those with submerged vegetation
Summer	Walleye	Ledges and drop-offs in 15-30 feet of water, especially where they transition from sand flats	River channels and current areas where baitfish concentrate
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Main lake points with rock structure, particularly in 10-20 foot depth range	Rock piles and boulder fields near river channel edges
Summer	Sturgeon	Open river channels in 12-20 feet of water	Deeper channel edges in 20-25 feet of water
Summer	White Bass	Main lake points with access to deep water	Shallow flats adjacent to river channels
Summer	Crappie	Deep dock edges adjacent to ledges in 15-20 foot depth range	Submerged vegetation edges near points in 12-15 foot depth
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Rocky shorelines with larger boulder structure in 3-7ft range	Shallow vegetation edges adjacent to deeper water
Summer	Northern Pike	Edges where submerged vegetation meets rocky banks, especially in areas with good ambush points	Deep weed edges near points and coves where pike can access cooler water
Summer	Muskie	Weed edges adjacent to deep contours, especially in areas where vegetation meets breaklines	Points and inside turns with submerged vegetation, particularly those intersecting with travel corridors
Fall	Walleye	Steep ledges in 25-30 FOW near baitfish schools	Shallow ledge tops in 7-9 FOW adjacent to deep water
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Drop-offs and ledges adjacent to deep water, particularly those with rock or hard bottom structure	Main lake points with access to both shallow and deep water
Fall	Sturgeon	Open river channel areas in 20-35 foot depths, particularly mid-channel areas with bait activity	Featureless bottom areas in main basin, transitioning from 13-20 feet early fall to 25-50 feet as season progresses
Fall	White Bass	Shallow shorelines with small rock spine points and current breaks, especially in 1-2 feet of water	Areas with irregularities in reeds and laydowns near shoreline
Fall	Crappie	Main lake points and ledges where shad congregate during fall transition	Shallow coves with remaining vegetation in 4-12 foot depth range
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Deep weed edges adjacent to shallow flats where vegetation is dying off	Rocky points and ledges near creek channel intersections
Fall	Northern Pike	Weed edges adjacent to deeper water, especially near points and coves	Rocky banks with submerged vegetation transitions
Fall	Muskie	Deep weed edges adjacent to points and drop-offs	Main lake points intersecting with sharp breaks
Winter	Walleye	Deep ledges in 20-32 feet of water where baitfish schools congregate	Basin areas and saddles in 25-32 foot range where baitfish and insects collect
Winter	Sturgeon	Deep channel areas 20-35 feet with moderate current	River bends and holes where current slows and depth increases
Winter	Crappie	Deep ledges and points adjacent to winter holding areas	Suspended positions near structure edges in 15-25 foot depth range
Winter	Northern Pike	Weed edge transitions near points and drop-offs in 8-15 foot range	Rocky banks adjacent to deeper water
Winter	Muskie	Deep weed edges and points adjacent to drop-offs where shad schools concentrate	Steep breaks and ledges in 15-25 foot range, especially near river channel bends
Ice	Walleye	Deep ledges in 15-30 FOW where current areas concentrate baitfish	River channel edges where depth changes create current breaks
Ice	Crappie	Main lake points with access to deeper water	Deep edges of structural breaks where suspended baitfish gather
Ice	Northern Pike	Weed edges adjacent to deeper water, especially in 8-15 foot range	Points and inside turns where weeds meet deeper water

Primary Forage by Season

Season	Species	Primary Forage	Secondary Forage
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	Minnows gathering in pre-spawn areas	Small perch in transitional areas
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Minnows	Crawfish emerging from winter habitat
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Sturgeon	Shad schools concentrated in deeper channels	Bottom-dwelling organisms like crayfish and mollusks
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	White Bass	Shad schools moving from winter areas to warmer water	Small minnows gathering in pre-spawn staging areas
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Shad schools in pre-spawn staging areas	Small baitfish relating to emerging vegetation
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Shad schools in pre-spawn staging areas	Shallow water minnows near emerging vegetation
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Yellow Perch	Shad
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Muskie	Shad schools moving into warmer, shallower water	Smallmouth bass in transitional areas
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	Minnows/Shiners gathering in pre-spawn areas	Small fish concentrating in current areas
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Small minnows	Crayfish emerging from winter dormancy
Spring (Spawn)	Sturgeon	Shad congregating in pre-spawn areas	Various bottom-dwelling invertebrates
Spring (Spawn)	White Bass	Small baitfish schools transitioning to post-spawn areas	Young-of-year shad beginning to emerge
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Shad	Small invertebrates around vegetation
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Shad concentrating in spawning areas	Various minnow species in shallow water
Spring (Spawn)	Northern Pike	Perch congregating in shallow spawning areas	Minnows and shad in warming shallows
Spring (Spawn)	Muskie	Shad schools beginning to move shallow	Various panfish species in spawning areas
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	Minnows concentrated in current areas	Perch around rock structures
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Insects	Small baitfish near rocky areas
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Sturgeon	Shad schools moving along channel edges	Bottom-dwelling invertebrates and crayfish
Spring (Post-Spawn)	White Bass	Shad - primary forage based on recent reports	Small Minnows - secondary forage option
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Shad (primary forage base)	Young of year baitfish
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Shad schools gathering near emerging vegetation	Young of year baitfish in shallow areas
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Perch congregating near emerging weed growth	Minnows and shad schools in transition areas
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Muskie	Shad schools beginning to move into post-spawn areas	Various gamefish species (smallmouth, walleye) in shallow to mid-depth ranges
Summer	Walleye	Shad - primary forage based on multiple reports	Minnows - producing well on jigs in current areas
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Minnows - primary forage based on multiple reports	Shad - mentioned in reports near structure
Summer	Sturgeon	Fresh gizzard shad (primary forage)	Nightcrawlers (effective alternative)
Summer	White Bass	Shad schools in open water	Small minnows near shoreline structure
Summer	Crappie	Shad schools suspended in the water column	Small bluegill and juvenile sunfish around vegetation
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Shad schools in shallow to mid-depth ranges	Various minnow species relating to shoreline structure
Summer	Northern Pike	Perch actively using weed edges	Minnows schooling along structure
Summer	Muskie	Shad schools actively using weed edges and contours	Multiple gamefish species including smallmouth bass and walleye
Fall	Walleye	Gizzard Shad	Young-of-year Perch
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Minnows - primary forage based on multiple recent reports	Shad - particularly around structure and deep water areas
Fall	Sturgeon	Fresh shad (primary forage, especially abundant in fall)	Nightcrawlers (secondary option, less effective than fresh shad)
Fall	White Bass	Young-of-year minnows 2-3 inches in length	Shad schools moving into shallow water
Fall	Crappie	Shad schools transitioning to creek arms and coves	Small baitfish relating to remaining vegetation
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Shad schools migrating into creeks and coves	Remaining sunfish in vegetation
Fall	Northern Pike	Perch congregating near weed edges	Shad schools in open water and near structure
Fall	Muskie	Shad schools moving deeper with cooling temperatures	Smallmouth bass utilizing similar structures
Winter	Walleye	White bass and baitfish schools in deep water	Minnows congregating near bottom in basins
Winter	Sturgeon	Shad concentrations in deeper water	Bottom-dwelling organisms like crayfish and aquatic insects
Winter	Crappie	Shad schools concentrated in winter holding areas	Small baitfish relating to deep structure
Winter	Northern Pike	Perch	Shad
Winter	Muskie	Shad schools concentrating in deeper water	Various gamefish species (smaller pike, walleye) in similar wintering areas
Ice	Walleye	Shad schools concentrated in deeper water near structure	Yellow Perch relating to the same structure as walleye
Ice	Crappie	Small minnows and shad	Suspended micro-organisms and zooplankton
Ice	Northern Pike	Yellow Perch congregating near remaining weed edges	Shad schools suspended over deeper basins

Bait Colors by Season for Lake Saint Croix

Season	Species	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Sturgeon	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	White Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Pink Colors Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Vibrant Craw Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Muskie	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Sturgeon	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Spawn)	White Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Pink Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Spawn)	Muskie	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Pink Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Sturgeon	Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	White Bass	Metallic Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Pink Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Muskie	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors
Summer	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Green Colors
Summer	Sturgeon	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Summer	White Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors
Summer	Crappie	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors
Summer	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Summer	Muskie	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Purple Colors
Fall	Sturgeon	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	White Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors
Fall	Crappie	Natural Baitfish Colors Pink Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Fall	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Fall	Muskie	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Winter	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Dark Neutrals
Winter	Sturgeon	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Winter	Crappie	Pink Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Winter	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Winter	Muskie	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Light Neutral Colors
Ice	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Metallic Colors
Ice	Crappie	Pink Colors Chartreuse Colors Bold Striped Patterns
Ice	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Vibrant Assorted Colors