Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Tuesday, November 25th, 2025.

With late fall in full swing, the bite’s been heating up under crisp, choppy conditions. Weather for today looks seasonally cold, with clear skies this morning giving way to scattered clouds. Expect a stiff east wind at 15 to 20 knots, with waves running 4 to 6 feet based on the National Weather Service Marine Forecast. Bundle up—highs won’t climb much past the upper 30s, with the wind making it feel even chillier. The sun’s up at 7:01 a.m. and sets at 4:23 p.m. Plenty of daylight for those braving the bluster.

According to the Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin Fishing Report podcast, the walleye, perch, and white bass bite has been solid the past week, despite the challenging winds and dropping temps. Anglers are still finding some nice late-season yellow perch near the reefs and deeper channels—try working the gravel bars in 12 to 16 feet with a small jig tipped with a minnow or waxworm. Reports of keeper-sized perch have been coming in especially from the area around Garlic Island and up towards Black Wolf Point. If you’re after perch, stick tight to structure and don’t be afraid to let your presentation soak, as these fish can get tight-lipped with the cooler water.

Walleye action has picked up on the north end, especially near the mouths of the Fox and Wolf rivers. Jigging Raps and blade baits in shad color schemes have been the ticket; some anglers are still picking them up trolling slow near the mud line with crankbaits in firetiger and purple. Both morning and dusk have produced good numbers, aligning well with the solunar “major” window that’s hitting from around 4:45–6:45 p.m. Best trick right now is to fish slow and pay attention to subtle hits—the walleyes aren’t smashing baits as hard as they did back in October.

White bass are scattered but still catchable in open water—spoons and small rattlebaits are working if you get in on an active school. These fish are moving a bit deeper, so try 15 to 20 feet and watch your electronics.

For pike, anything flashy is getting their attention. A few good fish reported near the weed edges by Miller’s Bay—classic white spinnerbaits and large shiners under tip-ups are the go-to. Action’s best when the wind puts a chop on the water.

No tidal swings to worry about on Lake Winnebago. Water clarity is fair, a bit stained from the wind, but nothing that should keep the fish from biting if you get your bait in their face.

Hot spots for today include:
- The reef complex off Garlic Island for a mixed bag of perch and occasional bonus walleye.
- North end flats off Menominee Park for walleyes in low light.
- Point Comfort and Miller’s Bay for pike and a shot at some last-chance white bass.

To recap, best bets for lures are jigging raps, blade baits, and small jigs with minnows or waxies. For trolling, go slow with crankbaits—colors like purpledescent or firetiger are steady producers.

Remember to layer up, pack a thermos, and double-check your safety gear—the wind and waves take no prisoners this time of year.

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