Your one stop site for information on fishing Northern
Minnesota's Arrowhead Region. Whether it's the border
lakes of Voyageurs National Park in
Northern St. Louis County, the
heart of the Iron Range in
Central St. Louis County, or the
majestic beauty of Lake Superior in
Southern St. Louis County.
Covering the beauty of Lake Superior's North Shore and lakes of
the glacier carved Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) in
Lake County and
Cook County. Not to mention the many lakes that
dot the Superior National Forest throughout the region.
Includes videos,
tips,
recipes, area
events,
and more!
Whether your hunting for the elusive Walleye, trying to catch
that trophy Northern Pike, looking for a fight with a Largemouth
or Smallmouth Bass, or trying to land that giant Muskie, we will help
you on your adventure. Even if you want to kick back and
toss a bobber out for some Bluegills, Perch, or Crappies.
Maybe you want to land a huge Lake Trout from some of our well
managed Trout Lakes, or walk a stream for some Brook Trout.
Or test your sea legs out on the big waters of Lake Superior
chasing Steelhead. We offer it all in the Arrowhead Region
of Northeast Minnesota.
Click on a region to watch videos and start planning your next
Minnesota vacation!
The trees are in full bloom, the grass is green, and the birds
have returned to reclaim the land they left last fall.
It's summer in Northeast Minnesota. And there's no place
more beautiful than the Arrowhead Region. So much to do in
so little time. Watch the boats enter the Duluth harbor in
Southern St. Louis County.
Visit the rocky North shore of Lake Superior. Enjoy the
tranquility of the Gunflint Trail in
Cook County. Watch for moose driving the back
roads of Lake County. Drive to
where the road North ends in Ely and enter the endless water way
of the BWCA in
Northern St. Louis County.
Maybe you want to try an off road adventure in Gilbert's OHV
park in
Central St. Louis County.
Sounds like a lot to do. Right? Well, I haven't
mentioned the thousands of lake's that are scattered across the
Arrowhead Region of Northeast, MN. The fish have just
finished spawning and they're hungry. The bass are
crushing crayfish. Trout are feeding on smelt. The
Walleye and Northern Pike are feeding on Perch and the
Musky are eating everything. The infamous Walleye bite
steady till August, then starts to slow in the warm water.
That's when the Bass are at their best. With so many
species of fish to choose from, there's never a slow moment.
No place in the Midwest can offer such a wide variety of
experiences. So plan the vacation you want. A remote
Canadian style setting at half the price. A stay at a
quiet lodge on the lake. Tenting it on one of the hundreds
of campsites in the Superior National Forest or Voyageur's
National Park. A visit to one of many state parks. A
stay in a friendly small town for fishing and shopping. A
campsite on your own little island. Or just a day of
recreation hopping dock to dock at shops along Lake Vermilion.
Whatever type of vacation you choose, you will not be alone.
Loons and Bald Eagle's fish along your side. White tail
deer wonder down to the shoreline of lakes and rivers for a
drink of water. Beaver stand guard by their hut.
And the occasional moose can be spotted forging across the lake
in search of food.
Ah... Spring! The ice has just left
the lakes The water is cool and crisp. And you can smell
the trees coming alive. The fish are getting ready to
spawn. You're anticipating the upcoming Walleye and
Northern Pike opener. It's time to get your boat out of
storage and sea worthy. Re-spool your fishing poles with
new line, and find out where you left your tackle box.
Now's a good time to get out on the waters and work out the
kinks. Have a ball chasing the Crappies and Bluegills from
the protection of the deep water to the slowly warming
shallows. Maybe cast a fly in a near by stream for the new
beginning of the trout season.
Put the shorts away and dig out the light jacket. Fall is
in the air and what a beautiful season in Northern Minnesota.
The leaves are changing color and there's no better way to see
them than in the reflection of the lake water. Although
time seems to go by slower, the fishing is not. The colder
water is letting them know they need to start feeding in
preparation for the long winter. You have one last chance
to chase the fish from the shallows to the deep water before the
ice starts to form on the lake. Leave your bug spray at
home. The cool air assures a nuisance free fishing
experience. Then, relax the night away next to a warm
fireplace.
You're not alone in this adventure.
Check out ourLake of the Week.
Every week during the fishing season, Frank
and Pat will be visiting a new lake. We will monitor the
conditions, record our catch, tell you how we caught them, and
release the video on Mondays for you to enjoy at home. Be
sure to check out our archived videos that can be found on theNorthern St. Louis County,Central St. Louis County,Southern St. Louis County,
Lake County, and
Cook County pages. You should find our website
easy to navigate and help you target a lake that holds the
species of fish you're looking for.
The days are shorter and the nights are colder. Feels like your
frozen in time. Often referred to as the most miserable season
in Northern Minnesota, winter here is anything but miserable.
Winter offers a fishing experience unique to any other. Lakes
become small cities on the ice ranging from a 4X4 hut to a small
home away from home. All accessed by plowed ice roads or
snowmobiles. No words can describe the excitement of pulling a
fish through a 10 inch hole. And their are many ways to enjoy
the sport called Ice fishing that so many Minnesotans have come
to enjoy. Some like to sit on a bucket and jig. Some take
shelter in a small portable hut with propane heaters, while
others choose to jig for fish while watching television and
sipping coffee in their miniature ice palaces. Whatever you
choose, I guarantee you it will be an experience of a life
time. In fact, some resorts rely solely on the ice fisherman,
renting out comfortably heated fish houses accessed by plowed
ice roads labeled by street signs. There are a wide variety of
winter sports in the area including down hill and cross country
skiing, dog sledding, and snowmobiling. Sometimes combined with
the sport of ice fishing. So spend a day on the ice and an
evening relaxing at the lodge bar. Or maybe just cozy up to the
warm fireplace in your cabin and enjoy a good book.
Check out our
tips page to help increase your
success. And when you get the big one, be sure to check
out our recipes for a meal the whole
family can enjoy. Don't forget about our
sponsors. Without them, this site wouldn't
exist. They are all very reputable, dedicated,
professional businesses. Let them know you heard about
them from us. Check in to see what our
friends have to say about the local area. If
you have a question or comment, feel free to
contact us as we will be happy to assist you.
So find your new favorite fishing resort. Or your new
favorite lodge. Plan your next family camping trip. Good
luck with your adventures and enjoy the website. No place
offers what Minnesota's Arrowhead Region does!
