SUMMARY
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 hiking, camping, and birdwatching. Fishing tips include using live bait for walleye and northern pike and using lures for largemouth bass. The best time of year to visit is in the summer when temperatures average around 75°F.
FEATURED FISH - KELP BASS
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.
FISH SPECIES
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Largemouth Bass
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Rock Bass
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Bluegill
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Yellow Perch
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Northern Pike
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Silver Redhorse
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Walleye
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Pumpkinseed Sunfish
NEARBY FISHING
Local Campgrounds
| Camping Area | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers |
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| Long Branch State Park | ||||
| Mark Twain State Park | ||||
| Macon Co Park | ||||
| Rothwell Park | ||||
| Ray Behrens | ||||
| Shelbina Lake City Park | ||||
| Thomas Hill Reservoir - Hwy T Campground - MDC | 10 | |||
| Frank Russell | ||||
| Lakeview Park - Mexico | ||||
| Salisbury City Park |
