What gear do I need for walleye fishing?

Walleye fishing Rods and Reels As you gain an understanding of how to fish for walleye, we recommend purchasing a lighter rod and reel combo specifically for jigging and live bait. Ideally, the set up should be a 6′ medium light, fast action spinning rod with a medium-sized 30 reel.

What colors are best for walleye?

The most basic and most productive colors for targeting walleye are purple and green. These colors come in a variety of shades and can be used in a large range of depths. For sunny days, select bright or flashy purple or green, and for cloudy days try a solid, darker green or purple.

What is the best hook for walleye?

The best type of hook for walleye is the octopus hook type. The treble hook type is also good for catching walleye. The best size octopus hook for catching walleye is size 2.

What pound test should I use for walleye?

If you’re a beginner and not sure about all these details yet, the ideal pound test line to choose for walleye is 4 lb fluorocarbon. That’s light enough to fool many of the finicky biters, yet still strong enough to handle the majority of fish you can expect to hook.

How do you find walleyes in a lake?

1. Locate High Walleye Percentage Areas

1. Inflowing tributaries create current in lakes.
2. Rocky points and sand bars often hold fish.
3. Humps are classic walleye structure.
4. Islands and reefs appeal to walleye.
5. Sand and mud flats hold yellow perch and aquatic invertebrates, which are food for walleye.

How deep do you fish for walleye?

Walleye are generally caught between 10-40 Ft. A typical mid-sized lake in the Midwest would likely hold Walleye between the depths of 10-15 Ft. during the Spring, 15-25 Ft. transitioning to Summer, 25-40 Ft.

Are walleye bottom feeders?

Walleyes are basically bottom feeders, but don’t ignore those fish that suspend over drop-offs in deep lakes. Some of the best summer walleye fishing is provided by suspended fish. Big walleye are consistently taken from these holes.