Best fishing in Minnesota
75 fishing spots · 75 ranked · updated 2026-07-12 · in season
Explore the best fishing in Minnesota — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 75 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Lake Anne
Lake Anne is a 52-acre lake located in Chisago County, Minnesota. The lake is known for its diverse fish species, including bluegill, crappie, largemouth bass, northern pike, and…
Why 88: species variety
88Elite
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#2
Alder Lake
Good
· Water 83°F · a bit warm· Lightly stained · 12 FNU· Clear · 62°F
Alder Lake, located in Aitkin County, Minnesota, is a great spot for fishing enthusiasts. The lake is known for its abundant fish species, including walleye, northern pike…
Why 66: live conditions (good)
66Top-rated
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#3
Alden Lake
Good
· Water 83°F · a bit warm· Clear · 66°F
Alden Lake is a popular fishing spot located in Freeborn County, Minnesota, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass…
Why 65: live conditions (good)
65Top-rated
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#4
Ada Creek
Ada Creek fishing area is located in southeastern Minnesota and is known for its excellent trout fishing. The creek is stocked with rainbow and brown trout, but anglers can also…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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#5
Barrs Lake
Good
· Water 83°F · a bit warm· Clear · 66°F
Barrs Lake, located in Minnesota, is an excellent place for anglers to fish for a variety of species, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and crappie. In addition…
Why 62: live conditions (good)
62Solid
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#6
Little Rice Lake
Fair
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance T-storms · 70°F · 20 mph wind
Little Rice Lake is located in Aitkin County, Minnesota, and is known for its excellent fishing opportunities. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including walleye…
Why 60: live conditions (fair)
60Solid
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#7
Bear Island Reservoir
Fair
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Chance T-storms · 68°F · 20 mph wind
Bear Island Reservoir is an excellent fishing destination located in northern Minnesota. This 2,351-acre reservoir is home to a variety of fish species including walleye, northern…
Why 59: live conditions (fair)
59Solid
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#8
Beauty Lake
Good
· Nearby flows above normal· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 10 mph wind
Beauty Lake is located in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Minnesota, USA. It is known for its plentiful fish species including walleye, northern pike, smallmouth…
Why 57: live conditions (good)
57Solid
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#9
Beaver Hut Lake
Good
· Nearby flows above normal· Clear · 62°F
The Beaver Hut Lake fishing area, located in Minnesota, USA, is known for its abundance of panfish, including crappie, bluegill, and perch. Other species such as northern pike…
Why 57: live conditions (good)
57Solid
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#10
Amik Lake
Good
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 71°F · 20 mph wind
Amik Lake in Minnesota, USA is a popular fishing destination for anglers looking to catch a variety of fish species. The lake is home to walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass…
Why 56: live conditions (good)
56Solid
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#11
Astrid Lake
Fair
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance T-storms · 70°F · 20 mph wind
Astrid Lake, located in Minnesota, is a popular fishing destination for anglers. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, northern pike, bluegill…
Why 56: live conditions (fair)
56Solid
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#12
Badger Lake
Good
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 72°F · 14 mph wind
Badger Lake, located in Minnesota, is a popular fishing destination for anglers. The lake offers a variety of fish species, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass…
Why 56: live conditions (good)
56Solid
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#13
Camp Four Lake
Fair
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance T-storms · 70°F · 20 mph wind
Camp Four Lake is a stunning fishing destination in Minnesota, USA, that attracts anglers from all over the country. With its crystal-clear waters and diverse fish population…
Why 56: live conditions (fair)
56Solid
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#14
Acorn Lake
Good
· Nearby flows below normal· Clear · 71°F · 11 mph wind
Acorn Lake is a fishing hotspot in Minnesota, USA, with a range of fish species, including bluegill, crappie, largemouth bass, northern pike, and walleye. Visitors can also enjoy…
Why 55: live conditions (good)
55Solid
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#15
Beatrice Lake
Good
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 70°F · 20 mph wind
Beatrice Lake is a popular fishing spot in Minnesota, known for its excellent walleye and northern pike fishing. Other fish species include smallmouth bass, crappie and bluegill…
Why 54: live conditions (good)
54Solid
Fishing in Minnesota
Minnesota has 75 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best fishing in Minnesota
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.
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