BALSAM LAKE

Fishing • Weather • Hydrology
November 21, 2024

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SUMMARY

Balsam Lake, located in Minnesota, is a great fishing area for various fish species such as walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and crappie. The lake provides excellent opportunities for both shore and boat fishing. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and swimming. For fishing tips, try using live bait or artificial lures to catch walleye and northern pike. The best time to visit is during the summer months from June to August when the average temperature is around 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Overall, Balsam Lake is a great spot for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

FEATURED FISH - BLACK CRAPPIE

It is an abundant species and is important both commercially and as a sport fish. Black crappies are easily caught, often as fast as the hook can be rebaited. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: Though they show a definite family resemblance, they are distinctive enough that they shouldn’t be confused with any other species. The black crappie and the white crappie are most often confused with each other. Despite their common names, both species are the same color (dark olive or black dorsally with silvery sides) and both have spots on the sides. However, the pattern of the spotting is distinctly different. In the black crappie the spots are more or less irregular and scattered while in the white crappie the spots may be more vague and are clearly arranged into 7-9 vertical bars on the sides. Another distinction; the black crappie has 7-8 dorsal spines while the white crappie has only 6, the same number as in its anal fin. In body shape the black crappie’s is somewhat deeper than the white crappie.

FISH SPECIES

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  • Image Alt Black Bullhead


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  • Image Alt Black Crappie


  • Image Alt Yellow Perch


  • Image Alt Northern Pike


  • Image Alt Silver Redhorse


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