As of October 20, 2024, the fishing scene on Lake Superior near Duluth is buzzing with activity, despite the cooler autumn weather. Here’s what you need to know for a successful day on the water.

### Weather and Tidal Conditions
The weather today is expected to be cool, with temperatures ranging from the mid-40s to low 50s Fahrenheit. Winds are moderate, coming in from the northwest at about 10-15 mph. Tidal changes are minimal on Lake Superior, but note that the water levels are currently stable, which can affect fish behavior.

### Sunrise and Sunset
Sunrise is at 7:24 AM, and sunset will be at 6:04 PM, giving you a good window for both morning and evening fishing.

### Fish Activity
Yesterday saw good catches of various species. Walleyes and coho salmon are still active, particularly in areas with stained water coming out of the St. Louis River. Lake trout are also biting well, especially in the clearer waters farther north. King salmon, though their run is winding down, were also reported in the mix.

### Types and Amounts of Fish Caught
Anglers caught a decent number of walleyes, coho salmon, and lake trout. The walleye bite has been strong on the St. Louis River and on Lake Superior itself, with anglers using crankbaits and crawler harnesses, as well as vertical jigging with crawlers or minnows. For lake trout, flasher fly combos and spoons fished near the bottom in deeper waters have been effective. Coho salmon and brown trout were caught using yarn flies, spawn sacs, flies, and beads, particularly in the edge of deeper holes or in faster runs.

### Best Lures and Bait
For walleyes, stick baits in colors like wonderbread, purple, and chartreuse mixed with white have been successful. Jigs paired with minnows, leeches, or nightcrawlers are also effective. For lake trout, use flasher fly combos and spoons. For coho salmon and brown trout, focus on yarn flies, spawn sacs, flies, and beads.

### Hot Spots
The area in front of Duluth and near the Apostle Islands have been hot spots, with lake trout active in the deeper waters. For coho salmon and brown trout, focus on areas near river mouths and along island shorelines. The St. Louis River, particularly its edges and channels, is a great spot for walleyes and panfish.

With the cooler weather setting in, the fish are becoming more active, making this a great time to hit the waters of Lake Superior near Duluth. Dress warm and enjoy the fall fishing frenzy