Tamarac River, Koochiching County Fishing
Koochiching County and Beltrami County.
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Getting to know the Tamarac River, Koochiching County
Across Koochiching County and Beltrami County, the Tamarac River, Koochiching County winds along as a river. GIS lines trace roughly 20 miles of it in the state. The nearest incorporated city is Kelliher, about 15 miles from its midpoint.
Put-ins on file: 2 public accesses.
Accesses on the Tamarac River, Koochiching County
- Tamarac River, Big Bog SPK Access1 ramp, 15 trailer stalls, 1 dock, toilet, Beltrami County, river mile 0.2
- Tamarac River (W) Access1 ramp, 12 trailer stalls, 1 dock, Beltrami County, river mile 0.1
Minnesota DNR Public Water Access Sites and Kittle route lines, USGS gauges.
DNR limits on the Tamarac River, Koochiching County
Nothing beyond statewide limits is posted for the Tamarac River, Koochiching County.
| Species | Limit | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Walleye and sauger | 6 combined total (only 1 walleye over 20" in possession) | May 9, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Northern pike (North-central Zone) | 10 (not more than 2 over 26", all from 22-26" must be immediately released) | May 9, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Northern pike (North-central Zone) | 10 (either 2 northern pike over 26" and none from 22 to 26" or 1 from 22 to 26" and 1 over 26") | 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 |
2026 Minnesota Fishing Regulations. All Minnesota limits.
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Lakes a short haul from Tamarac River, Koochiching County
- Bullhead Lake15 miles
- Seretha Lake17 miles
- Pine Lake, Koochiching County18 miles
- Red Lake (Upper Red)18 miles
Bait counters serving Tamarac River, Koochiching County
- Hillman's Store & Bait Stationbait and tackle shop, Waskish, 6 miles
- Outdoor Authority Fish House Rentalsbait and tackle shop, Beltrami, 7 miles
- Northwoods Fish Housesbait and tackle shop, Kelliher, 12 miles
- Big Dick'sfarm and general store with fishing supplies, Kelliher, 16 miles
- Stone's Bait Servicebait and tackle shop, Northome, 24 miles
Places to bunk near Tamarac River, Koochiching County
- Kelliher15 miles
- Mizpah19 miles
- Northome21 miles
- Ponemah25 miles
Creeks beside the Tamarac River, Koochiching County
- Dinner Creek17 miles
- Rapid River26 miles
- Blackduck River26 miles
- Black River28 miles
Minnesota counties sharing Tamarac River, Koochiching County
Spinning and baitcasting picks for the Tamarac River, Koochiching County
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Species in the nets at Tamarac River, Koochiching County
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The Tamarac River, Koochiching County, questions with short answers
What part of Minnesota holds the Tamarac River, Koochiching County?
DNR route lines put it in Koochiching County and Beltrami County.
Is the Tamarac River, Koochiching County designated trout water?
Not designated for trout.
Is there a USGS gauge on the Tamarac River, Koochiching County?
No USGS gauge matches it.
Where do I launch on the Tamarac River, Koochiching County?
2 public accesses; Tamarac River, Big Bog SPK Access is one.
Which DNR rules apply on the Tamarac River, Koochiching County?
Statewide limits apply.
Can visitors fish the Tamarac River, Koochiching County?
Minnesota residents 16 to 89 need an angling license ($25 for the year); nonresidents 16 and older pay $51.
Where are minnows sold near the Tamarac River, Koochiching County?
Drive 6 miles to reach Hillman's Store & Bait Station.
What town makes a base on the Tamarac River, Koochiching County?
Kelliher, about 15 miles from the midpoint by air.
Which fish swim in the Tamarac River, Koochiching County?
LakeFinder carries no stream species for it.
Put the Tamarac River, Koochiching County on this season’s list
Check the gauge and the regulations before the trip.