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Bird Island, MN Fishing Trip — October

Your Bird Island, MN Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 63°F / Low 45°F4.2" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

8 species
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Lake TroutGood
Lake Trout
Various
PerchGood
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
Coho SalmonFair
Coho Salmon
Various
Chinook SalmonFair
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing

October Weather in Bird Island

63°F
Avg High
45°F
Avg Low
4.2"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

33 Guides Near Bird Island

No guides are based in Bird Island, 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
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
Last Cast Bait & Tackle - Last Cast Bait & Tackle
Last Cast Bait & Tackle

Last Cast Bait & Tackle

4.5(41)Top Rated

Looking for the best fishing experience on Lake Minnewaska and beyond? Last Cast Bait and Tackle in Starbuck, MN offers a wide range of products and services, including top-quality bait, tackle, and gear, as well as stylish fishing apparel. Our knowledgeable staff can provide expert advice on local fishing hotspots and techniques. Need a guided fishing trip? Our experienced guides can take you to the best fishing spots and help you land the big one. Contact us!

Starbuck, 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
Wildwood Float Trips - Wildwood Float Trips
Wildwood Float Trips

Wildwood Float Trips

4.9(12)Top Rated

Give Us A Call Today! 612-801-2710

Monticello, 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
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Coho Salmon

Various
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M
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A
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O
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Steelhead

Various
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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Northern Pike

Various
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M
A
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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

Steelhead
Season:See specific stream regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by stream; check regulations
Size Limit:Varies by stream; check regulations

Steelhead regulations vary greatly by stream and time of year. Consult the Minnesota Fishing Regulations booklet for specific stream 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.

Walleye
Season:Mid-May to Mid-February
Bag Limit:6
Size Limit:Varies by zone and water body; consult regulations

Walleye regulations vary significantly by zone and specific water body. Consult the Minnesota Fishing Regulations handbook for details.

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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