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Waskish, MN Fishing Trip — April

Your Waskish, MN Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 47°F / Low 30°F2.8" rain · 10 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in April

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various

April Weather in Waskish

47°F
Avg High
30°F
Avg Low
2.8"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

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

3 Guides Matched

Bearpawguides On Upper Red Lake - Bearpawguides On Upper Red Lake
Bearpawguides On Upper Red Lake

Bearpawguides On Upper Red Lake

4.8(46)Top Rated

Enjoy bear hunting, fishing and more the Upper Red Lake in Waskish, MN

freshwater
Waskish, Minnesota
Cookie's on Upper Red Lake - Cookie's on Upper Red Lake
Cookie's on Upper Red Lake

Cookie's on Upper Red Lake

4.9(37)Top Rated

Cookie's on Upper Red Lake offers sleeper ice fishing houses rentals and cabins.

Waskish, Minnesota
Red Bear Excursions - Red Bear Excursions
Red Bear Excursions

Red Bear Excursions

5(1)Top Rated
inshore
Waskish, Minnesota

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
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Waskish from ~$150/night
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Pickup in Waskish

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Waskish

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

Peak

Largemouth Bass

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

Crappie

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

Northern Pike

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

Brown Trout

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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