How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Saint Cloud, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Fishing in Saint Cloud, Minnesota centers around the Mississippi River and a network of productive granite-country lakes, offering year-round action for walleye, smallmouth bass, northern pike, panfish, catfish, and more. Anglers target current seams, riprap, mid-lake structure, and shallow weedlines to consistently catch fish close to town. From shore casting on the river to running a boat on area lakes, Saint Cloud fishing provides diverse options for beginners and seasoned anglers. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:399,539 kmProximity:14.5 %
Moon Phases for Saint Cloud
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major Time:03:31 am - 05:31 am
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minor Time:07:54 am - 09:54 am
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major Time:03:45 pm - 05:45 pm
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minor Time:11:08 pm - 01:08 am
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview Saint Cloud
Fishing in Saint Cloud revolves around the Mississippi River corridor and a ring of clear to moderately stained lakes scattered around the city. The combination of flowing current, rocky structure, and classic Minnesota weedlines creates reliable opportunities for walleye, bass, pike, panfish, and catfish within a short drive of downtown. Understanding seasonal movements and matching tactics to habitat is the key to steady action.
In spring, river levels and water temperature drive most patterns. On the Mississippi through Saint Cloud, early-season walleye stack below dams, around current breaks, and along rocky shorelines. Vertical jigging with a 1/8–1/4 oz jig tipped with a fathead or plastic in seams just off the main current is a top tactic. Smallmouth bass push shallow once water reaches the low 50s; target riprap, eddies behind boulders, and flooded timber with suspending jerkbaits, 3–4 inch swimbaits, or compact craw-pattern jigs.
By early summer, natural lakes near Saint Cloud shine. Weedlines in 8–14 feet are prime for walleye, largemouth bass, and northern pike. Work these edges by drifting live bait rigs with leeches or crawlers for walleye, and casting spinnerbaits, swim jigs, or Texas-rigged plastics for bass. Pike patrol the same areas; larger spoons, spinnerbaits, or jerkbaits fished just over the tops of weeds will trigger aggressive strikes. During calm, sunny conditions, slide deeper to mid-lake humps and rock piles and use slip bobbers or Lindy-style rigs for consistent walleye bites.
Panfish provide steady action all warm season. In late spring, bluegill and crappie hold near emerging weeds, docks, and shallow wood. A small float with a 1/32 oz jig and plastic or a piece of worm is usually all that’s needed. As water warms, move out to the first breakline and deeper standing weeds. Slowly swim tiny tube jigs or paddletails for roaming crappies, and vertically present small tungsten jigs tipped with plastics for tight schools of bluegills.
Summer fishing on the Mississippi focuses on current edges and shade. Smallmouth relate to mid-river rock, wing dams, and deeper bends. Cover water with topwater walkers early and late, then switch to Ned rigs, tubes, or compact crankbaits once the sun is up. For catfish, anchor above deeper holes and bends, and present cut bait or live bait on a simple slip-sinker rig; give each spot 20–30 minutes before moving.
Fall brings some of the best trophy potential around Saint Cloud. Cooling water pushes walleye and smallmouth back to shallow rock and river current breaks. Cast heavier jig-and-minnow combos or slowly crank medium-diving crankbaits along rocky edges. In lakes, focus on remaining green weeds adjacent to deep water for quality bass and pike. Slower presentations—jigging spoons, big swimbaits, and glide baits—often produce fewer but larger fish.
Winter ice fishing is popular on area lakes when conditions allow safe travel. Look to classic structure—points, humps, and basin edges—for crappie, bluegill, and walleye. Use a combination of small jigging spoons to draw fish in and tiny tungsten jigs to seal the deal. Hole-hopping to stay on active schools is more important than any specific lure color.
Throughout the Saint Cloud area, success comes from reading current, finding hard-bottom transitions, and tracking weed health. Keep presentations simple, move often until you find active fish, and dial in depth and speed rather than constantly changing baits.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Saint Cloud area
Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 1 main harbours in this area.
Davenport Lake - 7.30609757902km
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Saint Cloud. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Saint Cloud Dam - 1.98908597854km , Beaver Islands - 3.13472021885km , Sauk River Dam - 3.57988801318km , Sauk River - 3.59396108379km , Davenport Lake - 7.30609757902km , Watab River - 7.36733639995km , Donovan Lake - 7.95543684365km , Mayhew Creek - 9.81590833978km , Watab Lake - 11.07036342449km , Rossier Lake - 11.41678321822km , South Fork Watab River - 13.0085020791km , North Fork Watab River - 13.0085020791km , Rockville Lake - 14.1396286182km , Stickney Lake - 14.70976055276km , Kraemer Lake - 15.86851767996km , Mayhew Lake Dam - 15.8804228444km , Bunt Lake - 16.0989492434km , Mund Lake - 16.61928520501km , Mill Creek - 16.81477438653km , Mill Creek Dam - 16.8777050639km , Fuller Lake - 16.94623424703km , Warner Lake - 16.96969465216km , Zimmer Lake - 17.29054383289km , Ketten Lake - 17.3863146046km , Rausch Lake - 17.77654144284km , Sagatagan Lake - 17.82895195034km , Dullinger Lake - 17.90463617855km , Feldges Lake - 18.15548658169km , Dallas Lake - 18.33428987398km , Merden Lake - 18.62684936618km , Little Rock Lake - 19.00866455574km , Briggs Creek - 19.14220048462km , Julia Lake - 19.16696436832km , Pflueger Lake - 19.26090818161km , Achman Lake - 19.36824198974km , Lilly Creek - 19.58302009052km , Hinz Lake - 19.87348119141km , Eilers Lake - 20.17757752578km , Hulbert Lake - 20.45317469308km , Marty Lake - 20.6190074633km
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