Spirit Lake
RECEIVE FISHING REPORT UPDATES!
Rating - Good
Thursday, Oct 08 2026
Water Temperature (F): 65.0 Ramp Condition: Useable The perch bite has been good as water temperatures continue to fall. Anglers are catching good sized fish. Walleye - Good: Trolling and livescope has worked well to target fish. Yellow Perch - Good: Anglers are catching perch in 6-12 feet of water. Some chasing may be needed to stay on top of schools. Jigs with minnows or jigs paired with wigglers work well.
Thursday, Oct 08 2026
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GPS: 43.4226° N, 95.1022° WAccess Info
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Spirit Lake
RECEIVE FISHING REPORT UPDATES!
Rating - Good
Water Temperature (F): 65.0 Ramp Condition: Useable The perch bite has been good as water temperatures continue to fall. Anglers are catching good sized fish. Walleye - Good: Trolling and livescope has worked well to target fish. Yellow Perch - Good: Anglers are catching perch in 6-12 feet of water. Some chasing may be needed to stay on top of schools. Jigs with minnows or jigs paired with wigglers work well.
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