Winter is when the walleye slow down. As the water temperature cools, the walleye become less active. You will have to seek them out in the deeper waters. This would be by drop offs and deep rock structures. In some lakes, the walleye will be by the underwater weed beds that have been strained due to the colder temperatures. You can fish with minnows, but you need to have a slow moving bait. The walleye are not going after something fast in the cold water. They want the bait to come to them.

The walleye fishing in Washington State is known for being exceptional. You do have to visit the right lakes to catch the fish. If you choose some of the lakes that are known for large populations of walleye, you will have a better day than if you choose a lake that has a hit and miss reputation. You get what you put into fishing. If you present the bait and use the right techniques, you should have no problems taking a fish or two home for dinner. You just have to watch the catches and see what works better.

Sometimes, what works for bait on one day, will not work the next day. You have to be prepared for any situation. Get a map of the lake you are going to fish so that you can map out where you will be fishing. If one spots does not work, move to the next area. It usually takes about twenty to thirty minutes to know if you are going to get a bite. If you do not, move on. You can troll or drift with fine results. As long as you do not scare the fish, you should catch a walleye.

You might even catch a trophy fish to take home.

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