Blue Earth, MN Fishing Trip — December
Your Blue Earth, MN Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 30°F / Low 12°F1.1" rain · 9 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in December
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairBrown Trout
Various
FairNorthern Pike
Various
December Weather in Blue Earth
30°F
Avg High
12°F
Avg Low
1.1"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
19 Guides Near Blue Earth
No guides are based in Blue Earth, 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
What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
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
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.
Brown 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.