St. Paul, MN Fishing Trip — July

Your St. Paul, MN Fishing Trip

July2 peopleFamily Trip

What’s Biting in July

8 species
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various
MuskieGood
Muskie
Casting · Trolling
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various
PerchGood
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

27 Guides Near St. Paul

No guides are based in St. Paul, but these guides operate nearby.

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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 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.

Buy License Online — Minnesota

Species Regulations

Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day (only one may be over 24 inches)
Size Limit:Only one catfish over 24 inches in length may be included in the daily limit.

Check local regulations for specific closures or exceptions.

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.

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.

Muskie
Season:Varies by zone; typically opens the Saturday nearest June 1st.
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:40-inch minimum

Some waters may have higher minimum size limits. Consult the Minnesota Fishing Regulations for specific regulations.

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