For November 23, 2024, here’s your Lake Superior fishing report focused on the Duluth area:

Sunrise today is at 6:54 AM, and sunset will be at 4:34 PM, giving you a good window for both morning and afternoon fishing. The weather is expected to be cool, with water temperatures in the 40s, which is typical for this time of year.

Yesterday saw a good mix of fish activity. Anglers were successful in catching brown trout, splake, and coho salmon. Brown trout ranged from 15 inches to some trophy-sized fish over 30 inches, while splake were generally between 15-20 inches. Coho salmon were around 12-14 inches, with a few larger mature fish caught near river mouths.

For the best results, target areas less than 40 feet deep along the mainland from Duluth to Two Harbors, and around the Apostle Islands if you're willing to venture further. Trolling with spoons and crankbaits has been productive. As the water cools, fish can also be caught near the surface over deeper water.

If you're after steelhead or brook trout, they are occasionally caught in these areas as well. Steelhead have a minimum size limit of 26 inches, and brook trout must be at least 20 inches.

For bait, jigging swimbaits and minnows have been effective for brown trout and splake. For coho salmon, trolling with spoons and crankbaits near river mouths has yielded good results.

Hot spots include the areas around Twin Points to Hovland on the Upper Shore, and from Duluth to Two Harbors on the Lower Shore. The French River and Knife River are also worth checking, especially for steelhead and other salmonids.

Remember to check the fishing regulations for seasons and limits, and ensure you have all necessary licenses and stamps. Enjoy your day on the water