Best Fishing Lakes in Minnesota

Walleye

walleye

This close relative of the sauger is by far the most prized game fish in Minnesota. It’s also the best fish to eat- nice big fat white fillets and a fresh, delicate flavor. The average walleye caught in Minnesota is just a hair over a pound and about 14 inches long. The state record is 17 pounds 8 ounces at 35.8 inches. The walleye gets its name from a pearly layer of pigment in the eye that helps it see at night. Here are the best Minnesota lakes for walleye…

Largemouth Bass

largemouth bass

These fish know how put up fight. That is why we like them. Minnesota is becoming a popular place for holding bass fishing tournaments. The state record is 8 pounds 15 ounces, at 23.5 inches. Here are the best Minnesota lakes for finding them…

Smallmouth Bass

“Bronzebacks” are the strongest fish for their size. Get one of these babies on your hook and you will have your work cut out for you. Here are the top smallmouth bass lakes…

Sunfish and Crappies

small sunfish

These panfish are the most commonly caught fish in the state. Kids love ‘em because they are so easy to catch, and it usually doesn’t take a lot of patience. Here’s were to find them…

Muskellunge

Muskies are so-named because they have been known to eat muskrats, as well as ducklings and other fish. Many metro lakes are well stocked with Muskies, but they aren’t that easy to catch. But here is where to look for them…

Northern Pike

northern pike

These monsters are eating machines, and this makes them relatively easy to catch. Trophy fish frequently exceed 20 pounds, although the average is about two to three pounds. Northerns are found all over the state, but here are the best lakes for finding them…

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