Species Guide

Fish Species Guide

Minnesota’s diverse waters are home to world-class fishing for multiple species. Learn about each species we target and find the perfect trip for you.

Walleye fishing in Minnesota

Walleye

Minnesota Fishing Guide Service specializes in walleye fishing. It is the most requested fishing trip for good reasons. Excellent table fare and a good fight till the end.

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Northern Pike fishing in Minnesota

Northern Pike

Also known as the Water Wolf or the freshwater barracuda, these are very aggressive hard fighting fish. And the biggest secret is how they taste!

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Smallmouth Bass fishing in Minnesota

Smallmouth Bass

Perhaps ounce for ounce the strongest fighter in the lake. Aggressive strikes and aerial tricks make it a blast to catch.

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Largemouth Bass fishing in Minnesota

Largemouth Bass

Still America’s favorite fish, Minnesota is known as having the best overall bass fishing in the country!

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Musky fishing in Minnesota

Musky

Minnesota’s true trophy hunt! Elusive and challenging — with some patience and a little luck will put one of these prized beasts in your lap.

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Crappie fishing in Minnesota

Crappie

A scrappy fighter with an aggressive attitude which makes them easy to catch all season long! Great tasting schooling fish!

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Bluegill fishing in Minnesota

Bluegill

One of the best fighters for their size. Easy to catch and live in large schools so the action can be out of control! Extremely tasty.

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Perch fishing in Minnesota

Perch

Big schools and a ton of action for any angler. Excellent tasting flaky white meat. Scrappy fighters on light tackle.

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Catfish fishing in Minnesota

Catfish

Fun and easy to catch, the Channel catfish has turned into a well sought after game fish. When you find the right hole, hang on!

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Sturgeon fishing in Minnesota

Sturgeon

The dinosaur of the state. Excellent sport fish (catch and release). The size and the fight makes up for it! A great bucket list adventure!

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Tullibee fishing in Minnesota

Tullibee

Scrappy trout-like fighters and great table fare. Found in deep clear cold water, these schooling fish can provide a bunch of action!

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Rainbow Trout fishing in Minnesota

Rainbow Trout

Scrappy fighters and jumpers, they make it fun to reel in. Great eats too! A trout stamp is needed in Minnesota.

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Carp fishing in Minnesota

Carp

River fishing for carp can offer one heck of a fight! A very relaxing way to fish with the possibility of catching carp up to 30 lbs.

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