I am proud to announce the release of "Next Level Musky Fishing". You can purchase Next Level here at The Musky Shop. This book covers...

King of the Hill: Steven Paul lands state record musky on Melton Hill Lake ​ WhenSteven Paul set out on Melton Hill Lake last Thursday,...

Shimano Compre Muskie Series – Redesigned and Redefined Field testing the new Shimano Compre Muskie Rods Musky fishing is unforgiving. It quickly exposes any weakness in an angler’s technique or equipment. While line, leaders, and reels all play their roles, the rod remains the true backbone of any serious musky casting system. A high-quality musky rod must do far more than simply hurl a lure: it delivers pinpoint accuracy, maintains intimate feel through every phase of the r

How to Choose the Right Baits for Consistent Musky Trolling Success Best Musky Trolling Lures Musky trolling does not fail because anglers lack effort. It fails because most anglers select trolling lures without understanding why a bait works at a given depth, speed, or structural role. Too often, trolling lure choice is driven by tradition, hearsay, or whatever happens to be tied on when casting stops working. The best musky trolling lures are not defined by brand names or h

Slow, deliberate winter presentations produced January muskies Tennessee Musky Fishing Report for January 2026 January is when winter fully settles into Tennessee, and musky behavior reflects that shift clearly. Shorter days and colder water compress activity into narrow but often intense feeding windows. Success during this period is less about covering water and more about precise timing, stable environments, and disciplined presentation. When conditions align, January can

Spinner Baits for Muskie Why Spinner Baits Are the Most Versatile Musky Lure Ever Made A hill that I am willing to die on is that spinner baits are the most versatile lure available to musky anglers. From bulging just below the water’s surface to jigging the deepest depths, spinner baits can effectively cover every inch of the water column. Regardless of seasonality, conditions, or geographic location, if I were presented with the hypothetical question, “You have to catch a m

Best Musky Dive and Rise Next-Level Concepts for Triggering Big Muskies Introduction In the early days of musky fishing lore, a savvy angler discovered that a musky would strike a wooden stick with hooks. More than a century later, muskies will still eat a stick, but modern anglers demand far more precision, reliability, and control from their lures. Dive and rise lures have always been among the most effective presentations in musky fishing. The violent plunge followed by a

Best Musky Lures of 2026 Top 10 Ranked Introduction Every musky season brings new lures and new expectations. Anglers searching for the best musky lures of 2026 want options that reflect how muskies actually behave and how modern anglers fish today. The most effective musky lures are not defined by hype or trends but by their ability to trigger strikes across changing conditions, forage bases, and fishing pressure. This list ranks the top 10 musky lures for 2026 based on real

What Is the Easiest Way to Catch a Musky? – A Realistic Look at Musky Fishing Methods Musky Fishing is Always a Grind but what is the easiest way? Anglers often ask, what is the easiest way to catch a muskie?  The reality is that the fish of 10,000 casts didn’t earn that nickname by being easy. Some days on the water feel almost effortless, while others are grueling tests of patience, endurance, and mental toughness. Anyone chasing a toothy musky knows they’re signing up for

How to Catch Muskie from Shore: A Complete Guide for Bank Anglers The muskie earns its nickname as the fish of ten thousand casts for good reason. It is a moody, unpredictable predator that demands serious patience and unbreakable focus. When I guide clients, I always prepare them for long stretches of quiet broken by sudden, heart-stopping violence the moment a big muskie decides your lure must be destroyed. Shore Fishing for Muskies One question comes up more than any other

What Is the Best Month for Muskie Fishing: Understanding muskie behavior by month, muskie water temperature, and general seasonal musky patterns. What is the Best Month to Catch a Muskie What Month is the best for Musky Fishing? Anglers often ask what the best month for muskie fishing is, and it remains one of the most asked questions in the muskie world. To answer it accurately, one must understand a fundamental truth about the species. Muskies are always active to some degr

Musky Seasonality Guide: Where to Find Muskies Year-Round in Any Water The age-old question in musky fishing is, where are the muskies? At times, even seasoned musky anglers find themselves befuddled in the pursuit of these elusive creatures. Are they mid-depth, shallow, or deep? Are they spawning or buried in the mud? To the uninitiated or ill-informed, they could be anywhere, you might not be aware of my concepts regarding multi-level checks and more, so now might be a good

A Simple Fall Muskie Game Plan By Steven Paul Fall Muskie Fishing Tennessee Muskie Fishing Basics Fall is a time of transition in Tennessee musky waters, both above and below the surface. As leaves change color and water temperatures drop, baitfish shift from deep summer basins into shallower water. Muskies follow closely behind, setting up one of the best times of year to catch trophy fish. For most of the summer, muskies relate to deep structure and breaklines. But as night

Tennessee Musky Strategy and Tactics: How to Read Plan and Catch More Muskies   Taking a Scientific Approach to Tennessee Musky Fishing...

Tennessee Musky Fishing: Tennessee Musky Guide for Trophy Catches As autumn paints Tennessee’s landscapes with vibrant hues, the...

I’m proud to share my newest article with Field & Stream  magazine: “How to Catch Fall Muskies: Go Big or Go Home.” In it, I break down...

Great Falls Musky Fishing Center Hill Musky Fishing Steven Paul Middle Tennessee Musky Fishing As anglers gear up for Tennessee musky fishing , most think first of Melton Hill or Parksville Lake. But don’t overlook the tremendous Middle Tennessee musky fishing  opportunities, especially on Great Falls Lake  and Center Hill Lake . For more than a decade, I’ve made the hour-and-change drive from my home to guide anglers on Great Falls musky fishing trips  and on Center Hill. Th

Menace Named Top Lure of 2026 at EFTTEX Brussels I am truly humbled and proud to announce that my latest lure design, the Menace from...

The Livingston Lures Banshee Livingston Lures Banshee Ink Color Pattern I am proud to announce my new lure for 2026: The Banshee  from...

Livingston Lures Menace Livingston Lures Menace I am proud to unveil one of my new musky lure designs for 2026, The Menace . Built by...