Best fishing near Aurora
18 fishing spots · 18 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Aurora, 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 18 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
L⛰
#1
Lake Anne
17.8 mi away
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: resort size & terrain
88Elite
B⛰
#2
Bear Island Reservoir
Good
24.8 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 43°F
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 62: live conditions (good)
62Solid
B⛰
#3
Butterball Lake
Fair
15.8 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Partly Cloudy · 54°F · 10 mph wind
Butterball Lake is a popular fishing destination located in Iowa, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species including Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Crappie, Yellow Perch…
Why 59: live conditions (fair)
59Solid
L⛰
#4
Little Rice Lake
Good
20.8 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 42°F
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 (good)
60Solid
C⛰
#5
Camp Four Lake
Good
28.7 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 42°F
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 57: live conditions (good)
57Solid
B⛰
#6
Beaver Hut Lake
Fair
31.7 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Mostly Clear · 55°F · 10 mph wind
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 55: live conditions (fair)
55Solid
A⛰
#7
Alden Lake
Good
28.2 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Rising fast · likely muddy· Mostly Cloudy · 55°F · 5 mph wind
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 54: live conditions (good)
54Solid
K⛰
#8
Knuckey Lake
Good
29.2 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 42°F
Knuckey Lake, located in northern Minnesota, offers excellent fishing opportunities for anglers seeking to catch walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, or panfish such as…
Why 53: live conditions (good)
53Solid
B⛰
#9
Bear Head Lake
Good
23.2 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 43°F
Bear Head Lake is a popular fishing area located in Minnesota, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth…
Why 51: live conditions (good)
51Solid
B⛰
#10
Bear Island Lake
Good
24.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 43°F
Bear Island Lake is a popular fishing spot in Northern Minnesota, known for its abundance of walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass, and crappies. Nearby activities include…
Why 51: live conditions (good)
51Solid
C⛰
#11
Cloquet Lake
Fair
33.8 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Partly Cloudy · 54°F · 20 mph wind
Cloquet Lake is a renowned fishing area located in Iowa, USA. The lake is abundant with a variety of fish species, including northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and…
Why 52: live conditions (fair)
52Solid
B⛰
#12
Barrs Lake
Good
29.5 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Rising fast · likely muddy· Mostly Cloudy · 55°F · 5 mph wind
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 51: live conditions (good)
51Solid
B⛰
#13
Bassett Lake
Fair
15.3 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Partly Cloudy · 54°F · 10 mph wind
Bassett Lake is a serene getaway for anglers and nature enthusiasts alike. Located in Northern Minnesota, the lake is home to a variety of fish species including walleye, northern…
Why 48: live conditions (fair)
48Rated
A⛰
#14
Arthur Lake
Good
21.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 43°F
Arthur Lake is a popular fishing destination in Minnesota that offers anglers a chance to catch walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and panfish. Nearby activities include…
Why 48: live conditions (good)
48Rated
Fishing near Aurora
The Aurora area has 18 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 near Aurora
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?
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Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.