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Pine River, MN Fishing Trip — May

Your Pine River, MN Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 69°F / Low 46°F2.1" rain · 6 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

May Weather in Pine River

69°F
Avg High
46°F
Avg Low
2.1"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

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

35 Guides Near Pine River

No guides are based in Pine River, but these guides operate nearby.

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Blong's Brainerd Guide Service - Blong's Brainerd Guide Service
Blong's Brainerd Guide Service

Blong's Brainerd Guide Service

5(483)Top Rated

Brainerd, Minnesota fishing reports from Brainerd Guide Service for Gull Lake, North Long, and Whitefish Chain.

Brainerd, Minnesota
Twin Pines Restaurant, Resort, & Fishing Launch - Twin Pines Restaurant, Resort, & Fishing Launch
Twin Pines Restaurant, Resort, & Fishing Launch

Twin Pines Restaurant, Resort, & Fishing Launch

4.5(782)Top Rated

Twin Pines resort, Rentals Mille lacs lake, number one launch fishing service, ice fishing on mille lacs lake - Minnesota fishing resorts, offering lodging at Twin Pines Resort (320) 692-4413 on Mille Lacs Lake, Garrison Minnesota 56450, Summer Launch Fishing and Group Charters, and #1 Ice Fishing Cabin Resort with Fish House Rentals with the best Home Style Family Restaurant with the best food in Minnesota

Garrison, Minnesota
Terry's Boat Harbor - Terry's Boat Harbor
Terry's Boat Harbor

Terry's Boat Harbor

4.3(178)

If your fishing on Lake Mille Lacs, start at Terry's Boat Harbor, whether you're looking to fish from your boat or the ice house, we have you covered

Garrison, Minnesota
Leisure Outdoor Adventures - Leisure Outdoor Adventures
Leisure Outdoor Adventures

Leisure Outdoor Adventures

4.9(67)Top Rated

Leisure Outdoor Adventures Fishing Guide Service (LOA) is a world class outfitter business headquartered in Walker, Vermilion and Brainerd Minnesota.

Walker, Minnesota
Walleyedan's Guide Service - Walleyedan's Guide Service
Walleyedan's Guide Service

Walleyedan's Guide Service

5(58)Top Rated

Walleyedan, Brainerd Fishing Guide Service. Book a fishing trip, find fishing reports, tips and equipment recommendations.

Nisswa, Minnesota
Todd Andrist - Todd Andrist
Todd Andrist

Todd Andrist

5(51)Top Rated

Fishing guide serving Gull Lake, Big Pelican Lake, North Long Lake, Cross Lake and the Whitefish Chain. Specializing in walleye, pike and lake trout.

Lake TroutNorthern PikeSpeckled Trout
Brainerd, Minnesota
J & K Marine - J & K Marine
J & K Marine

J & K Marine

4.8(63)Top Rated

With our selection of new and used vehicles in stock at Detroit Lakes, MN, as your J & K Marine Dealer, we will have the perfect vehicle for you! Please browse our extensive inventory today!

Walker, Minnesota
Nate Berg Fishing Guides - Nate Berg Fishing Guides
Nate Berg Fishing Guides

Nate Berg Fishing Guides

5(27)Top Rated
Brainerd, Minnesota
Lucky Lynch's Guide Service - Lucky Lynch's Guide Service
Lucky Lynch's Guide Service

Lucky Lynch's Guide Service

5(25)Top Rated

Learn about my journey, passion for fishing, and commitment to providing unforgettable fishing adventures.

Breezy Point, Minnesota
Leech Lake Guide Service - Leech Lake Guide Service
Leech Lake Guide Service

Leech Lake Guide Service

4.9(25)Top Rated

With the recent storms both patterns for Lindy rigging and pulling cranks have changed a bit with dropping water temps. However, we are still finding fish!

Walker, Minnesota
Wheezy Outdoors - Wheezy Outdoors
Wheezy Outdoors

Wheezy Outdoors

4.9(21)Top Rated

Get the most Up-To-Date Current Hunting and Fishing Reports for Northern Minnesota, along with stories and much more!

Remer, Minnesota
George Wells Fishing Trips - George Wells Fishing Trips
George Wells Fishing Trips

George Wells Fishing Trips

4.6(27)Top Rated
inshore
Longville, 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

Rainbow Trout

Various
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Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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F
M
A
M
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J
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O
N
D

Smallmouth Bass

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

Crappie

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
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Also Consider Fishing In...

Walker8 guides · 27 miGrand Rapids7 guides · 53 miBrainerd7 guides · 25 miBemidji7 guides · 58 miIsle4 guides · 58 miOnamia3 guides · 55 mi

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

Rainbow 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.

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.

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.

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