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Duluth Fishing Report: Coho, Browns, and Chinooks Hitting Hard on Lake Superior

Duluth Fishing Report: Coho, Browns, and Chinooks Hitting Hard on Lake Superior

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 Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Superior Duluth fishing report for Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

Fishing conditions have been solid in and around Duluth these past few days. The nearshore water temps are holding steady in the upper 30s to low 40s, but with warmer weather in the forecast, those temps should start creeping up soon. Early mornings have been crisp but comfortable, with sunrise right around 5:25 AM and sunset at 8:45 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to chase the bite.

Recent catches have been impressive, particularly for those targeting salmon and trout. Anglers trolling near Houghton Point and Long Island are landing limits of coho salmon in the 14 to 17 inch range. In Duluth’s immediate area, a mixed bag is the story, with coho, brown trout between 16 and 24 inches, splake, and the occasional lake trout or steelhead coming into the nets. Some nice Chinooks have also shown up, with reports of fish tipping the 12-pound mark, thanks to a healthy smelt population feeding both salmon and lake trout these past couple of years[2][4][5].

For gear, most folks are running stickbaits and smaller spoons near the surface while trolling in 10 to 40 feet of water along the shoreline. Crankbaits and flutter spoons in silver, blue, and chartreuse are working especially well. Dodgers with flies are also producing a solid coho bite. If you’re fishing from shore or the piers, try drifting spawn sacks or casting with bright spoons during the low-light hours. Live bait options like minnows and nightcrawlers are good choices for anyone looking to anchor and soak a line[2][5].

A couple of hot spots to consider today—head out toward Park Point and the Lester River mouth for a good mix of salmon and trout, or try trolling between Brighton Beach and McQuade Small Craft Harbor in 20 to 40 feet. Houghton Point and the waters around Knife River continue to be reliable for boaters after coho and browns[2][4].

No tides to worry about on Lake Superior, but be prepared for shifting winds and keep an eye on the forecast as afternoon breezes have been picking up. Stream trout action is winding down, but there are still opportunities if you poke around the river mouths with small spinners or drifted spawn[1].

Overall, with smelt runs winding down and both salmon and trout feeding actively, now’s the time to get on the water. Good luck out there—tight lines!
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