Fishing Charters in Minnesota
Browse fishing charters in Minnesota that can help you catch largemouth bass.
Muskies And More Guide Service
Burnsville, Minnesota
Minnesota Fishing guide for the Twin Cities Metro area for Musky, Bass, Panfish, Walleyes. We guide year around including ice fishing
Lakes Area Guide Service
Fishing guide service for Walleye, Northern, Bass and pan fish for Lake Miltona, Lake ida and sourounding lakes.
Mighty Musky Fishing Guide Service
Josh Stevenson is a professional fishing guide with over 25 years experience guiding clients for musky, walleye, bass and northern pike.
PJtheFishingGuide
Pj’s Guide Services offers customers the exclusive opportunity to catch multiple freshwater species like walleye, bass, muskie and panfish year-round on Lake Minnetonka and surrounding lakes and rivers in the greater Minneapolis/St. Paul area.
Windy Fishing Guide Service - Mille Lacs Lake Fishing Guide Service
Windy Fishing Guide Service - Premier Lake Mille Lacs Fishing Guide - providing trophy fishing experiences on Mille Lacs Lake, and Central Minnesota. Targeting Bass, Musky, Northern Pike, Walleye, and more.
Grand Rapids Guide Service
Minnesota Fishing Guide Lyle Unger of Grand Rapids Guide Service offers guided fishing trips on Minnesota's northcentral lakes and rivers. Experience the difference a knowledgeable, skilled and personable professional fishing guide makes when it comes to putting you on the walleye, northern pike, bass, crappie, bluegill, perch, muskie, lake trout or other fish.
Ely Fishing Guide Company LLC.
Ely Minnesota and Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness Fishing Guides. Speacializing in Ely Minnesota guided day fishing trips for Walleye, Northern Pike, Small Mouth Bass and other species
Baxstar Fishing
Catch more fish with Baxstar, Northwestern Minnesota's premeire fishing guide service specializing in Walleye, Bass, Northern Pike, and Crappie fishing. Based out of Detroit Lakes, Baxstar primarily serves Becker, Clay and Otter Tail counties, but services are available Statewide.
Mille Lacs Lake Fishing Guide
Experience unforgettable Minnesota fishing trips with premier Mille Lacs guide, Brad Hawthorne. Specializing in walleye, bass, perch, pike, and crappie. Book now!
Best Time to Catch Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass can be caught year-round in Minneapolis. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth bass thrive in the diverse lakes and backwaters surrounding Minneapolis. From the heavily vegetated shallows of Lake Nokomis to the clearer waters of Lake Calhoun, there's a largemouth habitat to suit every angler's preference. Summer is peak season, with bass actively feeding in the weeds and along lily pads. Early morning and late evening are particularly productive. A topwater frog or buzzbait worked over thick vegetation can trigger explosive strikes. As the water cools in the fall, switch to slower presentations like jigs and Texas-rigged worms around deeper structure. Local tip: Lake Hiawatha offers good access and plenty of shoreline fishing opportunities. Be aware that some lakes have weed harvesting programs, which can alter fish holding areas, so adapt your strategy accordingly.
How to Catch Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass Fishing Regulations in Minnesota
Open Season
Late May to Late February
Daily Bag Limit
6
Size Limit
Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass: In aggregate, not more than one longer than 17 inches.
License Required
Fishing License
Specific regulations may vary by water body; consult the Minnesota Fishing Regulations handbook.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Minnesota state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the largemouth bass season open near Minneapolis?
Largemouth bass season in Minnesota opens in late May and continues until late February. Check the Minnesota DNR website for the exact dates each year.
What's the daily limit for largemouth bass in the Minneapolis area?
The daily bag limit for largemouth bass in Minnesota is 6. There is also a restriction on the size of bass you can keep.
What size largemouth bass can I keep in Minnesota?
In aggregate with smallmouth bass, you can only keep one bass longer than 17 inches. So if you keep a largemouth over 17 inches, you can't keep a smallmouth over 17 inches, and vice versa.
What are some good lures for catching largemouth bass in Minneapolis?
Largemouth bass in the Minneapolis area can be caught using various lures like plastic worms, spinnerbaits, and crankbaits. Topwater lures can also be effective during certain times of the year.
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