Walleye · Spawn
Walleye Fishing in Spawn: Depth & Best Times
In spawn, walleye typically hold 1-6 ft deep and feed most actively at dawn and dusk. Computed from our bite model, not an eyewitness report.
This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
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Walleye feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 19% above the daily average across all four light windows.
- Peak: dawn
- Peak: dusk
Depth and temperature
- Typical depth
- 1-6 ft
- Preferred water temperature
- 65-75°F
- Catchability vs open-water peak
- 100%
- Spawn window
- April to May
Frequently asked questions
What depth do walleye hold in spawn?
In spawn, walleye typically hold 1-6 ft deep.
What water temperature do walleye prefer?
Walleye are most active in water between 65-75°F.
What time of day are walleye most active?
Walleye feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 19% above the daily average across all four light windows.
When do walleye spawn?
Walleye spawn April to May, triggered when water temperatures reach 42-50°F. The exact weeks shift with latitude, but the temperature cue holds.