The Detroit River offers one of the best walleye fisheries
in the country. Fish in massive numbers migrate up the
Detroit River from lake Erie in the Spring and the result is
spectacular fishing both for size and quantity. The fishing
begins in Late March with ice-out and usually last until
the end of May. 10lb fish are caught virtually every day
on the river. 4 to 8 pounders rarely receive a look at the
dock. A 15.15 was caught in the spring of 2004. A trophy
of a life time is possible virtually everyday.
The rule of thumb for Detroit River Walleye is Big Fish
early in the run and numbers near the end. Picking a
date in the middle (Mid April) can give you the
opportunity for both. If water conditions are good
catching a limit usually is not a problem.
Vertical jigging is the preferred method for Detroit River
Walleye fishing. While the method is simple, a lift and
drop presentation. Many beginners take a while to get
the hang of it. Current and wind often make the
technique challenging. Let me know if you have never
fished with the vertical jigging method before hand and I
will give you a homework lesson that will make your day
on the water more productive and enjoyable. I can
accommodate three anglers and myself on walleye trips.
in the country. Fish in massive numbers migrate up the
Detroit River from lake Erie in the Spring and the result is
spectacular fishing both for size and quantity. The fishing
begins in Late March with ice-out and usually last until
the end of May. 10lb fish are caught virtually every day
on the river. 4 to 8 pounders rarely receive a look at the
dock. A 15.15 was caught in the spring of 2004. A trophy
of a life time is possible virtually everyday.
The rule of thumb for Detroit River Walleye is Big Fish
early in the run and numbers near the end. Picking a
date in the middle (Mid April) can give you the
opportunity for both. If water conditions are good
catching a limit usually is not a problem.
Vertical jigging is the preferred method for Detroit River
Walleye fishing. While the method is simple, a lift and
drop presentation. Many beginners take a while to get
the hang of it. Current and wind often make the
technique challenging. Let me know if you have never
fished with the vertical jigging method before hand and I
will give you a homework lesson that will make your day
on the water more productive and enjoyable. I can
accommodate three anglers and myself on walleye trips.
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Detroit River Walleye
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