Brown Trout

While Lastrup, Minnesota, isn't a widely known brown trout destination, some smaller streams and tributaries in the area may hold populations of these fish. These are typically stream-resident browns, meaning they aren't migratory and tend to be smaller in size. Spring and fall are the best times to target them, as the water temperatures are cooler and the fish are more active. During the spring, focus on fishing after periods of rain, as this can bring more food into the streams and trigger feeding activity. Small spinners and spoons can be effective in these conditions. In the fall, look for fish staging in deeper pools as they prepare for winter. Nymphing with small, weighted patterns can be a productive technique. A local tip: access to these streams can be limited, so be sure to obtain permission from landowners before fishing on private property. Also, practice catch and release to help maintain the brown trout population in these smaller streams.