Agate Bay Resort
Located on the northeast side of Mille Lacs Lake about 100 miles southwest of Duluth, Agate Bay Resort offers both standard and premier ice cabins right on the lake. Depending on the size of your fishing party, you can choose from four-, six- or eight-hole houses, or try out the 10-hole cabin. All of the huts come with propane lights and heat, comfortable, if basic, bunks, carpeting, a table and chairs. You'll need to bring your sleeping bag and pillow, but otherwise most of the lodging and fishing equipment is provided in each cottage. On shore, you'll find 24-hour heated restrooms and showers, and Agate Bay Resort sells bait, tackle, food and drinks in its lodge.
Agate Bay Resort
19139 328th Ave.
Isle, MN 56342
320-684-2233
agatebayresort.com/
Four Seasons Resort
Located on Lake Winnebigoshish, known as "Big Winnie" to locals, the Four Seasons Resort is within the Chippewa National Forest. The lake is well known for some of the best perch fishing in the country, and you'll also find an abundance of walleye and northern pike. The lodge at the Four Seasons Resort features a game room, grocery store, tackle shop, ice cream parlor, bar and meeting facility. If you choose to stay in one of the resort's cabins, you'll have a full kitchen and bathroom, as well as amenities like satellite TV.
Four Seasons Resort
952 River Drive N.W.
Bena, MN 56626
218-665-2231
fishingwinnie.com
Cragun's Resort and Hotel on Gull Lake
Cragun's Resort and Hotel on Gull Lake claims to be the largest resort in Minnesota, and the centrally located destination has been around since 1940. Gull Lake is known for productive ice fishing and hosts the Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza, a large ice fishing tournament with a payout of $150,000. Four- or six-hole ice houses at Cragun's are available for rent and include lights, chairs and rattle reels so you know when you've caught a fish. If you prefer more luxurious surroundings, the resort's onshore lodge includes many amenities, including multiple dining options, a spa, indoor tennis courts and a track.
Cragun's Resort and Hotel on Gull Lake
11000 Craguns Drive
Brainerd, MN 56401
800-272-4867
craguns.com/fishing/ice_fishing.html
