Portage Lake

Published: Nov 1, 2018Updated: Oct 22, 2022

Species

Walleye

Season

Summer (Current)

6 Fishing Reports

23 Followers

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Portage Lake Overview

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Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6')
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Trolling Shallow (0-9')
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Fishing Reports

6 Reports on Portage Lake

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Aaron
Gold Ambassador
8/14/21
- Species
  Walleye
- Season
  Summer
- Technique
  Crankbaits 0-6'
- Structure
  Humps
Several factors are contributing to a tougher shallow water daytime bite than normal for this time of year. Pike in the 20" to 24" range are abundant along the weedline in 10' to 12' of water. Water temps have been mid-70's but dropping recently. Baitfish numbers are high so the walleyes have been sluggish. Some walleyes are suspended in open water so consider larger blades (#6) on harnesses with crawlers for a chance at a trophy class fish. Night time casting has been more effective (and fun!) of late with both shallow diving cranks and larger swimbaits working well. Look for windblown shoreline areas near deep water, casting into 8' of water or less. Work the cranks and swimmers slow and steady, thoroughly covering the area. Patience and persistence is the key to some quality fish.
Aaron
Gold Ambassador
8/24/22
- Species
  Walleye
- Season
  Summer
- Technique
  Live Bait Rigs
- Structure
  Submerged Vegetation
- Forage
  Perch
We had success on quality walleyes trolling crawler harnesses with #4 and #5 blades in various shades of purple, green and chartreuse. Trolling at about 1.2 mph along the defined 10-12 ft weedline was the most consistent for walleyes from 14-22 inches but fish were schooled up by size. Best areas with bigger sized fish had good wind and wave action. Don't be surprised to tangle with a scrappy smallmouth or toothy critter. Fun way to get kids involved with fishing as well.
Aaron
Gold Ambassador
10/1/20
- Species
  Walleye
- Season
  Summer
- Technique
  Trolling 0-9'
- Structure
  Submerged Vegetation
Late summer fishing is good to excellent for walleyes ranging from legal eater size to mid-20" heavyweights. Target windswept shorelines and target weed edges in 8'-12' of water, trolling up to 1.3 MPH. A variety of colors of blades on crawler harnesses will be effective. Besides good quality walleyes, expect bonus pike, smallies and an occasional jumbo perch. Also try some open water trolling with crankbaits in 20' to 40' for a trophy walleye.