In a state where walleye is king, many Minnesota anglers think of it as the walleye opener. But in fact, May 11 is the season opener for a number of species that reside in Minnesota waters, including northern pike, trout, and—in some areas of the state—bass. Sunfish, crappies, perch, channel catfish and a few less popular species are always open. For more information on fishing in Minnesota, on opening weekend or any other time, visit the Explore Minnesota fishing page , or find rules, regulations and more details on fishing seasons at mndnr.
Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. By James Riemermann We really enjoyed this article from explore minnesota tourism. The border with Canada remains closed but anglers can reach the Angle through the LOW Passenger Service, charter boat shuttle services from the south, and float plane service out of Baudette and other locations. Water temperatures for the Red River are beginning to rise. By mid-week, temperatures measured roughly 57 degrees, causing the channel catfish bite to heat up in some sections of the river.
Fishing the deeper, faster waters has been the key to success due to low water levels. Frozen suckers have worked well, but fresh, unfrozen bait is starting to turn more fish. Goldeyes are also working well. The bite is expected to pick up nicely over the weekend and into next week. Anglers will want to stay aware of boating hazards, especially below the dams. Channel cats often live more than 20 years in these waters, and records show some fish living until age This fishery contains some of the oldest channel cats on record.
While temperatures are starting to climb, overnight lows have dipped into the 20s recently, slowing the rise in water temperatures. Earlier this week, water temperatures ranged from the upper 40s to low 50s, but some expect the water to reach the mid- to upper 60s over the weekend.
The panfish bite should be going strong in the shallows this weekend, with walleye coming from depths of feet. The Cass Lake chain is usually an excellent spot to fish on opening weekend. Lakes Plantagenet and Bemidji are also good choices. As of May 7, water temperatures on Big Stone Lake ranged from degrees. The increase in temperatures was followed by an increase in activity for a number of species.
The walleye bite was good, especially at night. Anglers using a jig and minnow or a leech under a bobber had the most success. A few fish were also responding to shallow-running crank baits and plastics. An increase in perch, largemouth bass and silver bass action was also reported as fish moved into the shallows.
On May 8, 40 boats competed in a Big Stone Lake bass tournament. Two largemouth bass weighed over 7 pounds, with one weighing 7. Launch your boat opens in new window at a lake access site, rent a boat, or stay on land as you fish from a pier or on shore. You might reel in a muskie, northern pike, sunfish, bass, or even a walleye. Contact the Three Rivers Park District for more information. Fishing on the Mississippi River remains strong.
Walleye are especially easy to find early in the season when they linger near their spawning grounds in traditionally productive areas.
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