Fishing in Minnesota

Minnesota is the "Land of 10,000 Lakes" and one of the premier walleye fishing states in North America. Mille Lacs, Leech Lake, and Rainy Lake are legendary. The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness holds native walleye, northern pike, and smallmouth bass in pristine remote lakes. Ice fishing is a cultural tradition across the state.

Top Species

• Walleye
• Northern Pike
• Muskie
• Smallmouth Bass
• Crappie
• Lake Trout

Top Waters

• Mille Lacs Lake
• Leech Lake
• Rainy Lake
• Lake Minnetonka
• Boundary Waters

Fishing Types

• Freshwater / lake / river fishing

Fishing License

Minnesota DNR — visit their site for current regulations and license requirements.