Many anglers know that the Rainy River is a hot spot for spring fishing, but trust us when we say that it doesn’t lose its spark as the seasons change! Late summer and fall fishing on the Rainy River with River Bend Resort is just as phenomenal and offers sizable walleye and a variety of other popular fish that are sure to get your heart pumping. There are few things as exciting as feeling that tension on the line and working your way to reeling in a monster catch. So, if you loved fishing these waters in the spring, we know you won’t want to miss hitting the water in the late summer months!
Run of the Walleye
As the summer months begin to cool off and near the end of the hot season in northern Minnesota, a special natural event begins to unfold that anglers can’t wait to take advantage of. Emerald shiners, a walleye’s favorite meal, begin to make their way into the Rainy River from Lake of the Woods and lead hungry walleyes straight to our front door. This is a season where lures that have shine to them really come in handy. Whether you prefer spoons, jiggers, or spinners, as long as they replicate the shine of the emerald shiners, you are likely to snag massive walleyes that have headed in for a feast!
Fishing on the Rainy River: What Will You Catch?
Late summer is the perfect time of the year to head up to northern Minnesota to find waters teeming with a variety of fish just waiting to bite down on your lure. Between July and September, you can find just about every fish that Lake of the Woods and the Rainy River have to offer! From massive catches like sturgeon, musky, and walleyes to athletic bass, classic northern pike, sauger, and panfish, you can find them all in the late weeks of summer!
With such a wide variety of fish available this time of year, you will want to pack just as wide a variety of lures and gear when you set out on your fishing trip. River Bend Resort sits right on the banks of the Rainy River and offers direct access to all of the late summer species. If you are looking to take full advantage of the opportunity to pull in the full spectrum of fish available, you will want to make sure you have what each fish is looking for. Spinners work fantastic for trolling for northern pike, shiny spoons and jiggers are fantastic for walleye, and you’ll want to make sure you have heavier line and rods for taking on the massive size our sturgeons reach!
Stay in the Know: Rainy River Fishing Report
If you are as excited as we are about late summer fishing on the Rainy River but aren’t quite sure what to bring or what to look for to find those honey hole fishing spots, one of the best ways to stay in the loop is with our Rainy River Fishing Report. From water levels to what the fish are biting, you can find the latest information on our fishing report that is posted regularly on our website. It is the best way to plan ahead for your trip and make sure your fishing excursion with us at River Bend Resort is nothing short of incredible!
What are You Waiting for?
Whether you are in search of prime walleye fishing or want to see how many different species you can land on your hook, late summer fishing on the Rainy River is where it’s at! Begin planning your late summer fishing trip with us by visiting our website! You will find everything from unbeatable packages, special events, accommodations, our updated fishing reports, and more! So, what are you waiting for? Give us a call or visit our website and start planning your epic fishing adventure with River Bend Resort today!
