Bethel, MN Fishing Trip — December
Your Bethel, MN Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 25°F / Low 7°F2" rain · 10 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in December
FairNorthern Pike
Various
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
December Weather in Bethel
25°F
Avg High
7°F
Avg Low
2"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
32 Guides Near Bethel
No guides are based in Bethel, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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Minnesota Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$51
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Individual and family licenses available. Trout stamp additional.
Species Regulations
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day; possession limit of 3
Size Limit:Varies by zone; may have protected slot limits
Size limits vary by zone to protect spawning populations. Consult the Minnesota fishing regulations booklet for specific zone regulations.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Some lakes may have special regulations with reduced bag limits. Check local regulations.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Late May to Late February
Bag Limit:6
Size Limit:Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass: In aggregate, not more than one longer than 17 inches.
Specific regulations may vary by water body; consult the Minnesota Fishing Regulations handbook.