March 6, 2019

From walleye to bluegill to northern pike, you’ll find a variety of species while fishing the lakes of the Minnesota Northwoods. These aren’t all you’ll find while fishing here. You might set your hook into a largemouth bass and get ready for the fight of your life. Looking for some faster action? Go after panfish with an ultra light and hang on, because they’re easy to find and catch in our area. A nice crappie or chunky bluegill feels surprisingly powerful on the business end of light gear. About the only outdoor meal that might top walleye or northern pike is a batch of freshly caught panfish.

You can push off from the dock in the early morning and return to your cabin for a hearty breakfast. With such easy access to the lake from our resorts, you have the option to bring your meals out onto the lake with you, or you can stop in a make a delicious meal from your latest batch of fish.

Folks who fish the lakes of the Minnesota Northwoods enjoy the reality of landing trophy fish. Our pristine area lakes have not been discovered or over-fished. Find out how to get a fishing license for your trip to the Minnesota Northwoods, as well as more about the fish you can catch here.

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