Where can I catch Walleye in Stardew Valley?

Walleye can be caught at River or Mountain Lake or Forest Pond. Found in multiple freshwater locations during rainy fall nights.

What season is Walleye available?

Walleye is available during Fall from 12:00 PM - 2:00 AM. It requires rainy weather.

How much does Walleye sell for?

Walleye has a base sell price of 105g. With the Angler profession (+25%), it sells for 131g. Silver quality sells for 131g, Gold for 157g, and Iridium for 210g.

How hard is it to catch Walleye?

Walleye has a difficulty rating of 45, relatively easy to catch. It has Smooth behavior. Requires both rain AND fall season, plus afternoon/night time. Check weather reports and plan ahead.

Walleye

A freshwater fish caught at night. Named for its large, reflective eyes that help it see in low light.

Fall Easy (45)Rainy

Base Price

105g

Where & When to Find Walleye

Location

River
Mountain Lake
Forest Pond

Found in multiple freshwater locations during rainy fall nights.

Time & Conditions

12:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Rainy weather required

Difficulty & Catching Strategy

Difficulty: 45

Easy

Good for building fishing XP

EasyHardLegend (110)

Smooth Behavior

Gradual, predictable movements. The fish moves steadily in one direction before changing.

Tip: Follow the fish smoothly. Anticipate direction changes and move gradually.

Expert Tips for Walleye

Requires both rain AND fall season, plus afternoon/night time. Check weather reports and plan ahead.

Recommended Tackle

Spinner

Faster bite rate

Best for: Farming XP quickly

Barbed Hook

Clinging to fish

Best for: Smooth/mixed behavior fish

Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.

Sell Prices by Quality

Angler: Inactive

Quality	Price	Multiplier
Normal	105g	1.0x
Silver	131g	1.25x
Gold	157g	1.5x
Iridium	210g	2.0x

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Angler's Pro Tip

River or Forest Pond, Fall, Rainy, 12pm-2am. Rainy requirement in Fall is common.

Strategy Analysis (v1.6)

105g, 45 difficulty. Easy but weather-dependent. Stock up during Fall rains.

Best TackleAny

DifficultyEasy

RarityCommon when raining

Uses for Walleye

Night Fish Bundle
Sashimi
Fish pond

Did You Know?

Walleye get their name from their unique eyes that appear to 'wall out' due to a reflective layer called the tapetum lucidum.