Today's Best Fishing Times for
Shakopee, United States ðŸ‡ºðŸ‡¸

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Planning your next fishing trip in Shakopee, 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 Shakopee, Minnesota centers around the productive stretch of the Minnesota River and a network of nearby lakes that offer diverse multi-species action. Anglers target everything from flathead catfish and walleyes to bass and panfish, with year-round opportunities for both boat and shore fishing. With a mix of river current seams, backwater sloughs, and suburban lakes, Shakopee is a strong destination for anglers seeking varied freshwater fishing close to the Twin Cities. read more...

Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 13:5 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
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  • Visibility:
    34%
  • Third Quarter Moon - 34% illuminated Third Quarter Moon
Next New Moon in ~6 days on 10th September
  • Distance to earth:
    363,324 km
    Proximity:
    99.5 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Shakopee
New Moon
Thu, 10 Sep
Full Moon
Sat, 26 Sep

Solunar Bite Times

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Best fishing times:
  • major Time:
    07:25 am - 09:25 am
  • minor Time:
    03:38 pm - 05:38 pm
  • major Time:
    07:45 pm - 09:45 pm
  • minor Time:
    11:52 pm - 01:52 am
All times are displayed in the America/Chicago timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -5 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). The center shows the current moon phase which is a Third Quarter Moon at 34% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a average day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -8 hour and -8 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/Chicago • Sat, 5 Sep 00:16 • 44.798, -93.527
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Current Fishing Weather

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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
Selected Weather Station: Shakopee, US
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
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*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Shakopee

Fishing in Shakopee, MN is dominated by the Minnesota River, with its mix of deep bends, wooded shoreline, and backwater areas, plus a handful of nearby lakes that round out the multi-species potential. The key to success here is understanding how water levels and seasons shift fish location, then matching your gear and presentation to the specific habitat you’re fishing.

From ice-out through spring, focus on the Minnesota River’s warming backwaters, feeder creek mouths, and inside bends. Walleyes and saugers slide upstream and concentrate below current breaks: wing dams, logjams, bridge pilings, and riprap banks near Shakopee. Jig-and-minnow combinations, ringworms on 1/4–3/8 oz jigs, and three-way rigs with floating jig heads excel in the stained current. For channel cats in spring, anchor above deeper holes and seams with cut bait or stink baits; use just enough weight to pin your rig while keeping it from rolling.

As water warms into summer, the bite spreads out. Flathead catfish become a marquee target in the Shakopee stretch of the Minnesota River. Look for them around heavy wood cover on outside bends and along deep, slow runs. Big live bait—suckers, bullheads, or large creek chubs—on stout baitcasting gear and 40–80 lb braid is standard. Set up quietly just upstream of prime cover and give each spot 30–45 minutes before moving. Night fishing is particularly productive for trophy flatheads.

Smallmouth and largemouth bass are available in current breaks, rocky stretches, and adjacent backwater areas. In the main channel, throw crankbaits, tube jigs, and Ned rigs along riprap, bridge abutments, and rock piles for smallmouth. In sloughs and nearby lakes, target weed edges, docks, and submerged timber with Texas-rigged plastics, spinnerbaits, and topwaters early and late in the day. Northern pike roam weedy cuts and slack-water pockets; flashy spoons, spinnerbaits, and swimbaits are reliable search baits.

For family-friendly action, panfish and rough fish are abundant. Backwaters, marinas, and calm shoreline pockets near Shakopee often hold bluegills, pumpkinseeds, and crappies, especially around weeds and wood. Small jigs tipped with waxworms or plastics under a float are simple and effective. Carp and buffalo cruise shallow flats and eddies; they respond well to canned corn, dough baits, or hair rigs for those interested in hard-fighting alternatives.

Fall is one of the best times for serious anglers. Cooling water pushes walleyes back to sharper breaks and deeper holes; vertical jigging with plastics or live bait and pulling heavier crankbaits along the channel edge produce quality fish. Flatheads feed heavily ahead of winter, still keying on wood in deeper, slower holes. Bass and pike concentrate around the last remaining green weeds in nearby lakes and sloughs—work jerkbaits, swimbaits, and jigs along these edges.

Ice fishing in the Shakopee area is usually focused more on nearby lakes and sheltered backwaters than the main river. Look for basin areas and mid-depth flats for crappies and bluegills, using small tungsten jigs tipped with plastics. Stay mobile—punch a grid of holes, use your electronics to locate schools, and downsize presentations when fish are pressured. Throughout the year, success around Shakopee comes from reading the river, paying attention to current speed, depth changes, and cover, then tailoring your presentations to the specific conditions each season brings.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Shakopee area

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Shakopee. 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.

Harold Hesse Wildlife Pond Dam - 2.24661672027km , Nyssens Lake - 3.09786488044km , Riley Lake Dam - 3.63650641109km , Riley Creek - 3.69246098106km , Riley Creek Dam - 3.96737917127km , Lake Riley - 4.2125878055km , Courthouse Lake - 5.12005033997km , Brickyard Clayhole - 5.78389690631km , Rice Marsh Lake - 5.92763941452km , Lake Susan - 6.06324895186km , Chaska Creek - 6.07111765843km , Firemans Lake - 6.09631435728km , Firemens Clayhole - 6.13926188756km , Thole Lake - 6.36483774193km , Hazeltine Lake - 6.46231328346km , Lake Grace Dam - 6.76363199398km , O'Dowd Lake - 6.80652845796km , Chaska Lake - 6.83254078171km , Deans Lake - 6.83290289432km , Gifford Lake - 6.93135333782km , Staring Lake - 7.18855490027km , Lake Jonathan - 7.2879480721km , Upper Lake Grace - 7.34427235451km , McCoy Lake - 7.37877290186km , Big Woods Lake - 7.70528507674km , McKnight Lake - 7.81043458664km , Haas Lake - 8.07144064881km , Mystic Lake - 8.16092211953km , Lake Ann - 8.54095816076km , Carver Creek - 8.62710605908km , Lotus Lake - 8.77847647833km , Jeffers Wildlife Pond Dam - 8.97223175453km , Lake Lucy - 9.23144181208km , Purgatory Creek - 9.24006362652km , Jeffers Pond - 9.25319860611km , Jeffers Fish Pond Dam - 9.26520084115km , Neill Lake - 9.60539770125km , Picha Creek - 9.68038593111km , Harrison Lake - 9.72316693428km , Louisville Swamp - 9.84421276944km

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