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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, largemouth bass, and panfish. Nearby activities include hiking, boating, and camping. The best fishing tips for Alder Lake are to use live bait or jigs and fish during the early morning or late evening. The best time to visit is during the summer months, from June to August, when the average temperature is around 70°F.
Because it is considered to be among the best eating fish and a powerful fighter, it is highly sought by sport fishermen. An omnivorous feeder, it will take most of the local live baits as well as a variety of artificial lures. A favorite rig is a metal jig and whole squid that can be bounced along the bottom. The best fishing is summer to fall although it can be fished year round in some areas. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: The color of this species is brown to olive green with pale blotches on the back, becoming lighter below. They are easily distinguished from the sand basses by the fact that the third, fourth and fifth dorsal spines are about the same length, whereas the third dorsal spine of the sand basses is much longer than the fourth and fifth.
Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
LITTLE ST. FRANCIS RIVER AT FREDERICKTOWN
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190cfs | 2.89ft | 698ft |
BIG RIVER BELOW DESLOGE
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287cfs | 5.06ft | 666ft |
BLACK RIVER AT POCAHONTAS
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16500cfs | 17.56ft | 265ft |
EAST FORK BLACK RIVER NR LESTERVILLE
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69cfs | 1.42ft | 840ft |
BIG RIVER AT IRONDALE
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182cfs | 2.04ft | 753ft |
LOGAN CREEK AT ELLINGTON
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3cfs | 2.07ft | 653ft |
MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT CHESTER
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81000cfs | 1.16ft | 358ft |
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