Great Lakes Forecast
Weekly fishing intelligence for Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Ohio
Water Temp
66°F
Air Temp
63°F
Report Date
2026-09-10
This Week's Outlook
Water temps are sitting at 66F across the Great Lakes region this fall, creating comfortable conditions. Smallmouth Bass and Walleye fishing looks strong this week with air temps around 63F. Focus on early morning and late evening windows for the best action.
Species Breakdown
Smallmouth Bass
HighSmallmouth Bass are responding well to Finesse Worm fished with a moderate to fast. Follow baitfish schools with forward-facing sonar
Walleye
HighWalleye are responding well to Jig + Minnow fished with a moderate to fast. Cover water in the backs of creek channels
Northern Pike
HighNorthern Pike are responding well to Large Spinnerbait fished with a moderate to fast. Target baitfish schools near creek channels
Yellow Perch
HighYellow Perch are responding well to Small Jig + Minnow fished with a moderate to fast. Cover water in the backs of creek channels
What's Working Now
- Smallmouth Bass: Drop Shot with Finesse Worm
- Walleye: Jigging with Jig + Minnow
- Northern Pike: Spinnerbait Fishing with Large Spinnerbait
- Yellow Perch: Jigging with Small Jig + Minnow
Tip of the Week
Fall feeding frenzy is on. Follow the baitfish — shad and shiners are schooling up and predators are gorging before winter. Cover water quickly with moving baits.
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