North Arm of Rainy Ice Conditions

[Super Black]

Hi everyone, Now that hunting season is "completely" over for me in Wisconsin, South Dakota and Canada, time for some major fishing. Did pretty good early ice for the big eye's and am now concentrating on panfish. Thinking of making a trip up to the cabin. Does anyone have a current report on ice conditions up to the Manitou Sound? Heard you guy's have had some snow! Happy Holiday's to everyone. Super Black

[fishmeister_86]

HI SADIE,

I HAVE NOT MADE ANY TRIPS THERE, BUT PARTS OF RAINY ICE ARE OK, OTHER SPOTS, THERE IS ALOT OF SLUSH. WE HAVE ALOT OF SNOW. MAYBE CHEERS WILL SEE THIS POST, AS HE LIVES ON CANADIAN SIDE & CAN GIVE YOU A REPORT.

SINCERELY,

FISHMIESTER

[Mooseart]

The ice between the Causeway and Hostess is variable in thickness: from 9” to 16”. There are a few minor down heaves. There are no obvious up-heaves. The snow cover is wind swept and variable. The crust will support a sled, most anywhere. The road under the Causeway looks rough and sloppy.

The ice is suitable for someone else's 4 WD, equipped with a winch, auger, chain, ice anchor and good insurance.

[Super Black]

Thanks for the info you guy's, I did end up talking with a guy up on the Canadian side. He did mention that you should be able to travel anywhere on a sled, but be wary of the slush. No fun getting stuck in that stuff. Thanks again, Super Black