If you are trolling, troll with the current instead of against it. This
of course can vary from area to area. You will have to experiment with
the best way to troll.
The bait you use will play a part in how or if you catch the walleye.
Use live bait if possible. Leeches and minnows work the best. If you
are fishing murky waters, you may want to use some lures with color to
attract the walleye. The larger minnows will get you the big walleye.
They will inhale the water and bait, which means that they will catch
the hook.
Whether you are horizontal or vertical jigging, make sure to find the
underwater structures where the baitfish are schooling. The walleye are
always going to be close by. Weed beds and rock structures are the
first areas to check before going into the deeper waters. If the sun is
bright, the walleye are going to be in the deeper waters out of the
direct sunlight. There are some times to try fishing for walleye that
will show better results.
Fish for walleye in early mornings or right after the sun goes down.
The walleye is a bottom feeder and will avoid shallow waters unless
there is little to no light shining in the water. If you plan to start
your fishing before the sun comes up, you will find the walleye close
to the shallow waters. This can be about ten to twenty feet of water in
some areas. Follow these tips for walleye fishing in South Dakota and
you should have the best time catching the most sought after fish in
the country because of its delightful taste.
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