As of November 1st, the fishing scene on Lake Superior near Duluth is transitioning into its fall patterns. Here’s what you need to know for a successful day on the water.

**Weather and Tidal Conditions:**
Today, expect partly cloudy skies with a high of around 45°F and a low of 35°F. The winds will be moderate, coming from the northwest at about 10-15 mph. Tidal changes are minimal on Lake Superior, but the water temperatures are dropping, currently in the low to mid-50s.

**Sunrise and Sunset:**
Sunrise is at 7:43 AM, and sunset will be at 5:23 PM, giving you a good window for both morning and evening fishing.

**Fish Activity:**
Yesterday saw a good bite for several species. Lake trout and coho salmon were particularly active. Anglers reported catching decent numbers of lake trout in the 20-28 inch range, and coho salmon in the 20-26 inch range.

**Best Lures and Bait:**
For lake trout, spoons and flasher fly combos have been highly effective, especially when fished near the bottom in 80-120 feet of water. Coho salmon are being caught using spoons, dodgers, and flashers in 30-80 feet of water near river mouths and along island shorelines. Walleyes are also biting well on stickbaits and crawler harnesses, particularly in the stained water coming out of the St. Louis River.

**Hot Spots:**
One of the best spots right now is the area in front of the river mouths, such as those near the Apostle Islands, where coho salmon and brown trout are staging. Another hot spot is the waters near the St. Louis River, where walleyes are abundant. For lake trout, focus on the deeper waters around 100-150 feet, using spoons and flashers.

**Additional Tips:**
Early morning and late evening bites are still producing well, especially for walleyes and northern pike along the weed lines. Use spinnerbaits or chatterbaits in shallower weeds for bass and northern pike. For panfish, target the shallower vegetation in 4-8 feet of water with crawler chunks and smaller hair jigs.

Overall, it's a great time to be on Lake Superior, with a variety of species active and plenty of opportunities for a successful catch.