About Musky Fishing in Minnesota
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. Catch and release only! Minimum size to keep in Minnesota (for mounting) is 54". Replica mounts are recommended! Extra heavy tackle is required to land a musky.
Best Techniques
- Large bucktails
- Jerkbaits
- Topwater lures
- Live bait (suckers)
- Trolling
Quick Facts
Average Size
36"-56" / 10-50 lbs
Trophy Size
50+ inches / 30+ lbs