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Northrop, MN Fishing Trip — October

Your Northrop, MN Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 64°F / Low 47°F2.5" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

October Weather in Northrop

64°F
Avg High
47°F
Avg Low
2.5"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

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

18 Guides Near Northrop

No guides are based in Northrop, 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
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
Fish Lake Minnetonka - Fish Lake Minnetonka
Fish Lake Minnetonka

Fish Lake Minnetonka

5(12)Top Rated
Mound, 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
Minnesota Pro Team Guide Service - Minnesota Pro Team Guide Service
Minnesota Pro Team Guide Service

Minnesota Pro Team Guide Service

5(7)Top Rated

Fishing Guided Tours - Contact MN Pro Team

inshore
Spring Park, Minnesota
Moonlight Bowfishing Charters LLC - Moonlight Bowfishing Charters LLC
Moonlight Bowfishing Charters LLC

Moonlight Bowfishing Charters LLC

5(4)Top Rated

Moonlight Bowfishing Charters is a bowfishing guiding service, all equipment provided all you need is a valid MN fishing license. Will travel to any lake within 30 minutes of Le Center, MN.

Le Center, Minnesota
Take the Bait Guide Service LLC - Take the Bait Guide Service LLC
Take the Bait Guide Service LLC

Take the Bait Guide Service LLC

5(3)Top Rated
Mayer, Minnesota
Bob Humphrey Fly Fishing LLC - Bob Humphrey Fly Fishing LLC
Bob Humphrey Fly Fishing LLC

Bob Humphrey Fly Fishing LLC

5(1)Top Rated

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

Chaska, 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

Northern Pike

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Walleye

Various
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Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
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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 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.

Buy License Online — Minnesota

Species 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.

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.

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