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Fishing near Minneapolis, Minnesota
Hennepin County, population 429,954.
- under a mileto nearest lake
- 10accesses nearby
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Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis fishing notes
At the 2020 count, Minneapolis in Hennepin County had 429,954 residents. Loring Lake lies under a mile northwest, the closest lake listed here. The closest access page is Mississippi River, Bohemian Flats Access, 2 miles away.
The highest walleye catch near town: Bde Maka Ska Lake, 1.62 per gill net. Designated trout water: the Eagle Creek, about 14 miles. The closest fishing pier page is Powderhorn Lake Fishing Pier (2 miles).
under a mileto Loring Lake
10access pages within 12 mi
6fishing piers within 15 mi
8shops within 15 mi
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Lakes surrounding Minneapolis
| Lake | Distance | Acres | Max depth ft | Walleye per gill net |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loring Lake | under a mile northwest | 7 | 16 | |
| Mississippi River Pool 1 | 1 mile northeast | 471 | 9 | 1 |
| Powderhorn Lake | 2 miles south | 11 | 24 | |
| Lake of the Isles | 2 miles west | 114 | 31 | 0.11 |
| Bde Maka Ska Lake | 3 miles southwest | 424 | 82 | 1.62 |
| Cedar Lake, Hennepin County | 3 miles west | 164 | 51 |
Rivers close by Minneapolis
- Minnehaha Creek13 miles
- Eagle Creek14 miles, designated trout stream
- Eagle Creek, East Branch14 miles, designated trout stream
- Rice Creek, Anoka County18 miles
- Vermillion River22 miles, designated trout stream
Straight-line distances from the Census point for Minneapolis; DNR LakeFinder data.
Map
Accesses near Minneapolis, mapped
- Mississippi River, Bohemian Flats AccessMississippi River, 2 miles
- Mississippi River, Bassett Creek Outlet AccessSt. Anthony Falls Pool, 2 miles
- Mississippi River, Boom Island Access (DNR WAS02900)St. Anthony Falls Pool, 2 miles
- Mississippi River, Boom Island Access (DNR WAS02636)St. Anthony Falls Pool, 2 miles
- Bde Maka Ska AccessBde Maka Ska, 2 miles
- Theo Wirth Lake AccessWirth, 3 miles
- Lake Harriet AccessHarriet, 3 miles
- Mississippi River, Lake Street AccessU.S. Lock & Dam #1 Pool, 3 miles
- Lake Nokomis AccessNokomis, 4 miles
- Mississippi River, N Mississippi River Regional AccessSt. Anthony Falls Pool, 5 miles
Shore fishing piers around Minneapolis
- Powderhorn Lake Fishing PierPowderhorn, 2 miles
- Mississippi River Shore Fishing Site, Hennepin CountySt. Anthony Falls Pool, 2 miles
- Calhoun Shore Fishing Site, Bde Maka Ska Public Water Access SiteBde Maka Ska, 2 miles
- Calhoun Fishing PierBde Maka Ska, 3 miles
- Cedar Lake Fishing Pier, Hennepin CountyCedar, 3 miles
- Calhoun Shore Fishing Site, Hennepin CountyBde Maka Ska, 3 miles
Flow
USGS sites near Minneapolis
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Minnehaha Creek At Hiawatha Ave. In Minneapolis,mn | 5 cfs, 11.98 ft gage height | Oct 19 8:00 pm |
| Mississippi River Abv 37th Ave. Ne In Fridley, Mn | 88.63 ft gage height | Oct 19 7:30 pm |
| Shingle Creek At Queen Ave In Minneapolis, Mn | 1 cfs, 9.24 ft gage height | Oct 19 8:00 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 19, 2026 8:33 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Local help
Minnows and guides near Minneapolis
Bait counters serving Minneapolis
- Mend Provisionsbait and tackle shop, Minneapolis, 3 miles
- Geek Baitsbait and tackle shop, Minneapolis, 3 miles
- Bob Mitchell's Fly Shop, 550 Vandalia Streetfly shop, Saint Paul, 4 miles
- Lake Nokomis Sailboat Buoysmarina, Hennepin, 4 miles
- Supernatural Big Baitsbait and tackle shop, Saint Paul, 4 miles
- Orvisbait and tackle shop, Saint Louis Park, 4 miles
- Windwalker Marina at Cape Hazemarina, Minneapolis, 5 miles
- DICK'S Sporting Goods Rosevillesporting goods store, Roseville, 6 miles
Limits
Statewide rows for Minneapolis anglers
| 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 |
| Stream trout | 5 combined total (only 1 over 16") | April 11 – Sept. 30, 2026 |
2026 Minnesota Fishing Regulations; pike and bass rows for the North-central Zone by the town position.
Nearby
Close by Minneapolis
Places to bunk near Minneapolis
- Lauderdale4 miles
- Golden Valley5 miles
- St. Louis Park5 miles
- Falcon Heights5 miles
Minnesota counties sharing Minneapolis
- Hennepin Countyseat: Minneapolis
Fish guide
Species in the nets at Minneapolis
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Answers
What visitors to Minneapolis ask
Which lake is the shortest drive from Minneapolis?
Loring Lake, under a mile northwest.
Which access is closest to Minneapolis?
The nearest access page is Mississippi River, Bohemian Flats Access (2 miles).
Is there a DNR fishing pier near Minneapolis?
Powderhorn Lake Fishing Pier is closest (2 miles).
Which stores sell tackle and minnows in Minneapolis?
Try Mend Provisions.
Which lake should Minneapolis walleye anglers try?
Bde Maka Ska Lake, 1.62 walleye per gill net in its last DNR survey.
Which Minnesota county holds Minneapolis?
Its county is Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Which designated trout stream lies closest to Minneapolis?
The Eagle Creek, 14 miles away.
What northern pike limit applies near Minneapolis?
Map position puts Minneapolis in the North-central Zone.
Which license does a visitor to Minneapolis buy?
The nonresident 72-hour license costs $36; the 7-day costs $43.