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Independence, MN Fishing Trip — December

Your Independence, MN Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 26°F / Low 8°F1.8" rain · 9 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in December

CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Smallmouth BassLow
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
WalleyeLow
Walleye
Various

December Weather in Independence

26°F
Avg High
8°F
Avg Low
1.8"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

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

29 Guides Near Independence

No guides are based in Independence, 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
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
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
Mark Schutz Fishing Guide Service - Mark Schutz Fishing Guide Service
Mark Schutz Fishing Guide Service

Mark Schutz Fishing Guide Service

5(10)Top Rated

Professional fishing charter service in Spring Park, Minnesota. Contact us to book your next fishing adventure!

Spring Park, 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

Crappie

freshwater
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A
M
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J
A
S
O
N
D

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
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

Walleye

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

Mound4 guides · 7 miOnamia3 guides · 74 miWayzata2 guides · 9 miSpring Park2 guides · 7 mi

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

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.

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.

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.

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