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Big Lake, MN Fishing Trip — March

Your Big Lake, MN Fishing Trip

March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 47°F / Low 26°F2.2" rain · 8 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in March

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various
Smallmouth BassFair
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

March Weather in Big Lake

47°F
Avg High
26°F
Avg Low
2.2"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

34 Guides Near Big Lake

No guides are based in Big Lake, but these guides operate nearby.

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Schroeder's Guiding Service - Schroeder's Guiding Service
Schroeder's Guiding Service

Schroeder's Guiding Service

5(147)Top Rated

Catch monster Muskies on Lake Minnetonka with Schroeder's Guiding Service! Call Gregg Schroeder 952-442-3474.

Waconia, Minnesota
PJtheFishingGuide - PJtheFishingGuide
PJtheFishingGuide

PJtheFishingGuide

5(80)Top Rated

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.

Largemouth BassMuskieWalleye
Wayzata, Minnesota
David Holmes Guiding LLC - David Holmes Guiding LLC
David Holmes Guiding LLC

David Holmes Guiding LLC

5(64)Top Rated

Fly fishing guide for Musky and Smallmouth Bass in Southwestern Wisconsin

Smallmouth Bass
Andover, Minnesota
Erickson Guide Service - Erickson Guide Service
Erickson Guide Service

Erickson Guide Service

5(59)Top Rated

Our modern ice house rentals on Lake Minnetonka have forced air heat, TVs, & underwater cameras. The ultimate ice fishing experience! View rates & book now.

Mound, Minnesota
Mille Lacs Fishing Guide - Matt's Fishing - Mille Lacs Fishing Guide - Matt's Fishing
Mille Lacs Fishing Guide - Matt's Fishing

Mille Lacs Fishing Guide - Matt's Fishing

4.9(65)Top Rated

Matt's Fishing offers legendary smallmouth bass, musky, and walleye fishing guide trips on Mille Lacs. Mille Lacs fishing reports and fishing videos

Smallmouth BassWalleye
Onamia, Minnesota
Larry The Lunker LLC - Larry The Lunker LLC
Larry The Lunker LLC

Larry The Lunker LLC

5(42)Top Rated

Larry The Lunker Hoodie, T-Shirt, Beanies, stickers, apparel.

Minneapolis, Minnesota
Tonka West Guide Service - Tonka West Guide Service
Tonka West Guide Service

Tonka West Guide Service

5(41)Top Rated

Ice on lake Minnetonka Tonka is looking pretty good considering how warm it got and all the rain we got on top of that! Currently we are seeing 7 to 10 inches of good ice on the main lake. You will find spots with less ice around shorelines and bridges. You still need to proceed…

Mound, Minnesota
Jasper Guide Services - Jasper Guide Services
Jasper Guide Services

Jasper Guide Services

5(30)Top Rated

Our luxury fish houses provide the perfect space for your next ice fishing experience. Contact Dan to reserve your Lake Minnetonka Ice Fishing experience today.

Minnetrista, Minnesota
Croix Boys Guided Adventures - Croix Boys Guided Adventures
Croix Boys Guided Adventures

Croix Boys Guided Adventures

5(16)Top Rated

Things to do in St. Croix River: Uncover scenic trails, thrilling water activities, and charming towns for an unforgettable getaway!

Stillwater, Minnesota
Slab Seeker Fishing Guide Service - Slab Seeker Fishing Guide Service
Slab Seeker Fishing Guide Service

Slab Seeker Fishing Guide Service

5(13)Top Rated
Avon, Minnesota
Fish Lake Minnetonka - Fish Lake Minnetonka
Fish Lake Minnetonka

Fish Lake Minnetonka

5(12)Top Rated
Mound, Minnesota
Central MN Fishing Adventures - Central MN Fishing Adventures
Central MN Fishing Adventures

Central MN Fishing Adventures

5(11)Top Rated

We offer full-day or half-day guided fishing adventures in Central MN, catching the fish of your choice with our experienced guide. Book a trip.

Richmond, Minnesota
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$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

Rainbow Trout

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Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
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Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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Northern Pike

Various
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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.

Buy License Online — Minnesota

Species 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.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round in some streams; varies by lake
Bag Limit:5 per day (combined with other trout species)
Size Limit:No size limit in most lakes; varies by stream

Some streams have special regulations, including catch-and-release only sections. Check specific regulations for the waterbody.

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.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Varies by location; generally late May/early June - February
Bag Limit:Varies by location; typically 3-5
Size Limit:Varies by location; some catch and release only areas

Check the specific regulations for the lake or river you plan to fish as limits and size restrictions vary. Some waters are catch-and-release only.

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