Fishing in Minnesota Articles & Videos

• Fishing at Lake Kego in Longville, Minnesota

  Lake Kego, located near Longville, Minnesota, is a quiet little fishery where anglers can unwind and reel in some quality fish. You might not catch many whoppers here, but aggressive pike and pesky panfish will bite all day long. read more

• What to Take Camping & Fishing in Minnesota

  Getting away from hustle and bustle of urban life is easy in the land of 10,000 lakes. Visiting the only national park in the United States requiring a canoe for access is possible there. Find almost any camp setting: forest, rolling hills,… read more

• Rochester, Minnesota Events & Attractions

  Money Magazine named Rochester, Minn., "Best Small City" in America. It offers the attractions and events of a metropolitan area with a small-town feel. Recognized as home of the Mayo Clinic and IBM, Rochester has industry flowing through i… read more

• Fishing in Baudette, Minnesota

  Baudette, Minnesota, is a small community located on the Rainy River and near Lake of the Woods. Baudette is near the Canadian border. Anglers can go for a myriad of species in the river and lake, including trout, perch, bass and walleye. B… read more

• Fishing in Stoney Brook, Minnesota

  Stoney Brook, Minnesota, is a small township just outside Duluth. Anglers in the area have a multitude of options for places to fish, including Lake Superior. Fly, light tackle and bait fishing for species such as lake trout, crappie, blueg… read more

• Fishing Guides Near Winona, Minnesota

  Winona, Minnesota, a mid-size community in the southeastern part of the state, sits along the banks of the Mississippi River and is surrounded by limestone cliffs. Many smaller rivers and lakes dot the area. Fishermen flock to Winona to try… read more

• Fishing Trips in North Shore, Minnesota

  The scenic North Shore of Minnesota runs from Duluth to Thunder Bay, Ontario, along the Lake Superior coastline. The area is dotted with picturesque waterfront towns and leafy parks. Stop in Two Harbors to browse lakeside cafes, and visit s… read more

• Fishing in Williams, Minnesota

  Williams is located in the northern part of Minnesota about 20 miles from the Canadian border. It is just south of Lake of the Woods and just north of the Chippewa National Forest. With such a large lake nearby, you will have no trouble fin… read more

• Facts About the Minnesota State Fair

  Offering exhibits, shows, competitions and more, the Minnesota State Fair, held annually in St. Paul, attracts approximately 1.7 million people each summer, according to its website. The 12-day event usually starts in late August and runs t… read more

• Fishing in Ottertail, Minnesota

  Ottertail is located in northwest central Minnesota surrounded by many lakes. The area is home to shops that provide you with the necessary equipment or information on the fishing conditions. Several wildlife management areas and state park… read more

• Fishing in Stony Brook, Minnesota

  Stony Brook is a small community on the west side of Minnesota at the edge of Lightning Lake. Several other lakes are also in the area, such as Stony, Stony Brook and Ash. Other outdoor recreation such as hiking and hunting are available at… read more

• Fishing on Birch Lake, Minnesota

  Located less than 10 miles from Ely, Minnesota, Birch Lake offers some of the best walleye and northern pike fishing the state has to offer. Family activities in the area include swimming and canoeing. Many local resorts offer child care an… read more

• Fishing in Perham, Minnesota

  Minnesota is known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes and the large number of waterways make it a popular choice for fishing vacations. One of the lesser-known areas that's a favorite of locals is Perham, home to the Ottertail-Battle Lake. Anglers… read more

• Bluegill Fishing in Minnesota

  Bluegills are popular in Minnesota, even in a state known for its walleye and crappie fishing. These powerful panfish are widespread in Minnesota and are popular with young and old anglers alike. read more

• Southern Minnesota Bass Fishing Clubs

  Minnesota is the land of lakes--and is recognized as being a great place to fish for bass, as well as several other types of fish. Southern Minnesota is no exception, and is home to several bass fishing clubs. These clubs are generally invo… read more

• Minnesota Fishing Clubs

  Joining a fishing club is a great way to meet new people and find fishing partners. Most clubs have regular outings and volunteer time and money toward conservation efforts. Minnesota is covered with lakes and streams and has year-round fis… read more

• Minnesota Fishing Trips

  If fishing is your outdoor sport of choice, then Minnesota, the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," will occupy a top spot. Thousands of anglers flock to Minnesota each year to pursue the state's native fish, including walleye, trout, crappie and bass.… read more

• Carp Fishing in Minnesota

  Carp are abundant in Minnesota rivers and lakes and they can grow to enormous sizes. Carp are often referred to as an invasive "trash" fish but in reality they are elusive and difficult to catch. Carp can be pursued with a variety of tackle… read more

• Ely Minnesota Fishing Tips

  Ely, Minnesota is the gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, where fishermen will find more than one million acres of federally-managed wilderness, including 5,000 lakes and rivers. The Boundary Waters Canoe Area is known for its walley… read more

• The Best Fishing in Minnesota

  With more than 10,000 lakes and 15,000 miles of fishable streams, Minnesota provides an angler with a huge number of places to throw a bobber. According to Minnesota's Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the state boasts over 158 fish sp… read more

• Mille Lacs Lake, Minnesota Fishing Tips

  Mille Lacs is often considered Minnesota's most popular fishing lake due to its size and the variety of fish it contains. It is over 130,000 acres of surface area with depths that reach 40 feet, but average 20 to 30 feet. The lake is home… read more

• About Fly Fishing for Muskie

  Muskie is a nickname for muskellunge, a freshwater game fish native to the northern United States and Canada, and largest member of the pike family. It is often called the "fish of 10,000 casts" because of the challenge it presents even the… read more

• Minnesota Boundary Water Fishing Guide

  Minnesota is known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes, a majority of which lie in the northern portion of the state, a place called the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA). Home to more than 1,500 miles of canoe routes with more than 2,000 campsites… read more

• Sand Point Lake, Minnesota Fishing Regulations

  Sand Point Lake is an 8,526-acre lake that is located in northeastern Minnesota's St. Louis County. There are many species of fish in the lake--crappies, bluegills, northern pike, smallmouth bass and walleyes--all of which are popular among… read more

• Fishing Regulations in Minnesota

  Minnesota is called "The Land of 10,000 Lakes," many of which offer anglers opportunities to catch fish. But whether you are on one of the biggest lakes in the state or one of the smallest, you are bound by a number of regulations that the… read more

• Clearwater Lake, Minnesota, Fishing Tips

  Wright and Stearns Counties in central Minnesota are home to one of the premier largemouth bass-fishing lakes in the state -- Clearwater Lake. At more than 3,100 acres, the lake is chock full of underwater structure and has about five feet… read more

• How to Fish for Musky in Minnesota

  Muskies are known by their nickname, "The Fish of 10,000 Casts," but they are nevertheless one of the most sought game fish species in Minnesota. Muskies are one of the largest fish in Minnesota -- they can grow to more than 50 pounds and 5… read more

• Banned Methods of Fishing in Minnesota

  In addition to the Mississippi River and Lake Superior, Minnesota has a plethora of other, lesser rivers, ponds, streams, lakes and creeks. These offer anglers with a rich selection of places to ply their sport, but visiting and resident fi… read more

• Minnesota Fishing Facts

  Blessed with access to Lake Superior, the Mississippi River, and a plethora of smaller lakes and rivers, Minnesota has a well-deserved reputation of being something of an angler's paradise. There are plenty of fish to catch, and being allow… read more

• Minnesota Fishing Tips

  Minnesota is home to more lakes than you can imagine and fishing is definitely a big income generator in the state. Heading to Minnesota means the potential for reeling in a variety of fish, some of which you may never have caught before. A… read more

• Minnesota Fishing Guide

  Minnesota runs second only to California in the number of fishing licenses sold and tops the nation in the number of boats per capita. Those 10,000 lakes mean a whole lot of fishing is taking place in this state. If you are heading to Minne… read more

• Minnesota Fishing Regulations

  Minnesota has endless fishing opportunities since the state contains thousands of lakes, streams and rivers. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources regulates all aspects of fishing in the state. These regulations cover a variety of t… read more

• Minnesota Fishing Rules

  The fishing in Minnesota is excellent year round. Anglers who live in the state and many visitors to Minnesota enjoy this pastime. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has rules the anglers must adhere to. read more

• Information on Fishing in Minnesota

  With more than 10,000 lakes spread across the state and Lake Superior--the largest of the Great Lakes--on its northeast border, Minnesota offers many freshwater fishing opportunities for 158 species within its borders. Minnesota sells more… read more

• Minnesota Fishing Rules & Regulations

  Known as the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," Minnesota offers a multitude of fishing opportunities to its residents and visitors. There are numerous species of fish that the anglers of Minnesota go after and there are strict regulations in place fo… read more

• Best Fishing Lodges in Minnesota

  When you fire up your GPS map source for recreational lakes and fishing venues in the central United States, the various lakes of Minnesota are sure to be featured front and center. The best fishing lodges in Minnesota make good use of the… read more