Redwood River Fishing
Lyon County, designated trout stream.
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Key facts on the Redwood River
The DNR maps the Redwood River as a river running through Lyon County. Roughly 6 miles of channel are mapped. Census points put Russell closest, around 2 miles off. It is part of the Redwood River State Water Trail.
About 6.3 miles are on the DNR designated trout stream layer. Boaters and paddlers have 3 public accesses.
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| Rule | Limit | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Channel catfish | 5 (only 1 over 24") | Continuous |
| Rock bass | 30 | Continuous |
| Cisco (tullibee) | 15 (over 7") | Continuous |
| Burbot (eelpout) | 4 | Continuous |
| Stream trout | 5 combined total (only 1 over 16") | April 11 – Sept. 30, 2026 |
On the Redwood River, the stamp validation and a single line apply during trout season. The regular statewide season applies.
DNR designated trout stream layer and special regulations layer; 2026 Minnesota Fishing Regulations. All trout streams.
Landings on the Redwood River
- Redwood River, Vesta Access1 ramp, 6 trailer stalls, Redwood County, river mile 28.9
- Redwood River, Wabasso Access1 ramp, 10 trailer stalls, Redwood County, river mile 13.3
- Redwood Lake Access1 ramp, 5 trailer stalls, 1 dock, toilet, Redwood County, river mile 5.8
Minnesota DNR Public Water Access Sites and Kittle route lines, USGS gauges.
Possession limits on the Redwood River
The statewide inland rows are the rule set on the Redwood River.
| Species | Limit | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Walleye and sauger | 6 combined total (only 1 walleye over 20" in possession) | May 9, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Northern pike (Southern Zone) | 2 (minimum size 24") | May 9, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Northern pike (Southern Zone) | 2 (minimum size 24") | Nov. 15, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 except where prohibited |
| Largemouth bass | Catch-and-release only | March 1 – May 22, 2026 |
| Largemouth bass | 6 combined total largemouth or smallmouth bass (when smallmouth season is open) | May 23, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Smallmouth bass | Catch-and-release only | March 1 – May 22, 2026 |
| Smallmouth bass | 6 combined total largemouth or smallmouth bass | May 23 – Sept. 13, 2026 |
| Smallmouth bass | Catch-and-release only | Sept. 14, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Crappie | 10 combined total | Continuous |
| Sunfish | 20 combined total | Continuous |
| Yellow perch | 20 daily, 40 in possession | Continuous |
| Muskellunge | 1 (minimum size 54") | June 6 – Nov. 30, 2026 |
| Channel catfish | 5 (only 1 over 24") | Continuous |
| Rock bass | 30 | Continuous |
| Cisco (tullibee) | 15 (over 7") | Continuous |
| Burbot (eelpout) | 4 | Continuous |
| Stream trout | 5 combined total (only 1 over 16") | April 11 – Sept. 30, 2026 |
2026 Minnesota Fishing Regulations. All Minnesota limits.
What sits close to Redwood River
Lakes one stop past Redwood River
- Brawner Lake1 mile
- Clear Lake, Lyon County2 miles
- Island Lake, Lyon County5 miles
- Wood Lake, Lyon County5 miles
Bait shops an easy drive from Redwood River
- Runningsfarm and general store with fishing supplies, Marshall, 10 miles
- Borch's Sporting Goods Incsporting goods store, Marshall, 10 miles
- Rainbow Baitbait and tackle shop, Ruthton, 15 miles
Towns to stay in near Redwood River
- Russell3 miles
- Lynd4 miles
- Balaton9 miles
- Marshall9 miles
More Minnesota streams near the Redwood River
- Yellow Medicine River17 miles
- Des Moines River20 miles
- Cottonwood River24 miles
- Canby Creek31 miles
Redwood River and its counties
Reels and a weigh grip for the Redwood River
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Catches common at Redwood River
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What people ask about the Redwood River
Which Minnesota counties does the Redwood River cross?
Counties: Lyon County.
How does the DNR list the Redwood River for trout?
The DNR designates roughly 6.3 miles for trout.
Is the Redwood River running high today?
USGS has no active gauge tied to it.
Can I paddle a kayak on the Redwood River?
3 public accesses on file, led by Redwood River, Wabasso Access.
What are the limits on the Redwood River?
Nothing beyond statewide limits.
What does a license for the Redwood River cost?
Designated trout water takes a Minnesota angling license ($25 resident, $51 nonresident) and the $10 trout and salmon stamp validation for ages 18 to 64.
Where can I buy minnows near the Redwood River?
The nearest listing is Runnings, 10 miles off.
Which city is nearest the Redwood River?
Russell is the closest Census city, around 2 miles.
Which fish bite in the Redwood River?
DNR records name rainbow trout, brook trout and brown trout.
Drive to the Redwood River
Trout rules change by season; read them first.