MUSKIE FISHING
Fishing for Muskie
Generally easier to catch in the fall, Muskies can be a tricky and rewarding fish to catch. They are an apex predator and eat lots of different fish.
Where to find muskie.
Muskies tend to stay in one general area and can often be found where weeds end and the deeper water begins (called the breakline). They like to lurk in deep weed beds or under different cover features in the lake, waiting for prey.
Tackle and Lure Suggestions
Adapt your rod & reel to the size of the lure you want to cast.
We recommend a heavy rod (length of your choice) with a 50-lb braided line for using 3 to 4-ounce lures.
Lighter lines might snap on backlash during a cast with heavy lures.
We recommend using a leader of 80-100lb made of fluoro, titanium, or steel.
Tips for Catching Muskie
Most are caught less than 30 feet deep and sometimes much shallower. Here are a few suggestions for making muskie fishing easier:
- Casting and trolling are both effective
- Muskies are often found near reefs
SHOULD YOU HIRE A GUIDE FOR YOUR TRIP?
Hiring a guide is an optional add-on for any of our packages, but they can make a big difference to the quality of your trip. Whether you’re an experienced angler or brand new to fishing, our guides can help make your trip extra special. They know the structure of the lake and where best to find walleye, northern pike and smallmouth.
We are a fly-in fishing lodge located in the Canadian wilderness where you experience the best walleye fishing in Canada. We include your float plane flight from Vermilion Bay, Ontario, to our lodge as part of your fishing package.
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