To ice fish for crappie, aim for depths of 20 to 40 feet. Fish about 2 feet below the ice. Crappies often suspend 6 to 7 feet above the bottom. Avoid catch-and-release for any fish caught deeper than 24 feet to ensure their safety. Focus on underwater structures for improved success in finding crappies. For … Read more

Ice fishing is best at depths between 6 and 40 feet. Target lake trout at 10 to 100 feet and northern pike at 6 to 15 feet. Ensure the ice thickness is at least 4 to 6 inches for walking and 15 inches for driving. Use these depths and check locations to increase your chances … Read more

For walleye ice fishing, target depths based on water clarity. Fish 6-12 feet deep in stained lakes and 10-20 feet in clear lakes. Shallow areas (under 10 feet) work well in low light. Use a small jig head. Focus on weed lines and deeper mudflats for the best catch. Employing the right bait is vital. … Read more

When fishing in Mercer Lake, target depths of 2 to 3 feet for trout. Use a sliding sinker with a leader and try floating baits like PowerBait. The lake’s average depth is 30 feet, with some areas reaching 60 to 75 feet. During warmer months, fish may swim deeper, so adjust your depth accordingly. For … Read more

Walleye are found at different depths in winter. Fish in shallow waters (5-15 feet) during low light at dawn and dusk. Move to deeper water (10-20 feet) in bright sunlight. Use underwater topographic maps to find prime locations. Adjust jig size and focus on weed lines and mudflats to improve fishing success. Using a fish … Read more

Walleye typically inhabit depths of 10 to 40 feet. Fish at 15 to 35 feet for best results. Adjust your depth based on water structure and seasonal behavior. In some areas, they may be found between 2 to 100 feet. Use trolling methods to locate them effectively by matching your approach to their activity level. … Read more

To catch trout, fish in waters between 10 to 30 feet deep during summer. In spring and fall, trout may be in shallower areas, about 5 to 10 feet deep. Use a 6- to 7-foot spinning rod and jigs weighing 1/2 to 1 ounce. Adjust your depth based on water temperature and local fishing conditions. … Read more

To catch smallmouth bass in rivers, fish at depths of 3 to 5 feet in summer. Start with topwater lures, then switch to crankbaits and Ned rigs for different water levels. Make long casts and retrieve lures at a right angle to the river flow. Search for deeper holes and bottom depressions to find larger … Read more

To catch Coho Salmon, fish between 5 to 15 feet deep, often in the top 7 feet. For Chinook Salmon, target depths of 30 to 60 feet, especially in the morning. In early spring, fish near the surface. Use a fish finder to find the right depth and consider water temperature for best results. In … Read more

To fish for northern pike with tip-ups, set your bait 1 to 2 feet above the bottom. In depths of 8 to 12 feet, place bait 5 to 6 feet down. In shallow water, the middle of the water column is effective. Adjust bait location based on vegetation and water temperature for the best results. … Read more