Cottage Grove, MN Fishing Trip — April
Your Cottage Grove, MN Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 56°F / Low 36°F5.1" rain · 12 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in April
ExcellentWalleye
Various
ExcellentBrown Trout
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
April Weather in Cottage Grove
56°F
Avg High
36°F
Avg Low
5.1"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
26 Guides Near Cottage Grove
No guides are based in Cottage Grove, 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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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 freshwater Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
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
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.
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.
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.