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How's the bite out there? Any walleye?

Thanks

  • 3 weeks later...
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Got some Nice eyes during early ice now the Perch bite is HOT lots of Jumbo size was out today and got around 30 all C&R wont eat any fish out of this lake because of how green it turns in the summer but they are sure fun to catch. Found anywhere between 8-12 inches of ice all depending on where you were @ on the lake safe for walking and wheelers.

Posted

Got some Nice eyes during early ice now the Perch bite is HOT lots of Jumbo size was out today and got around 30 all C&R wont eat any fish out of this lake because of how green it turns in the summer but they are sure fun to catch. Found anywhere between 8-12 inches of ice all depending on where you were @ on the lake safe for walking and wheelers.

Do you really think that those fish are bad for you because the lake turns green?

Posted

maybe they are good just my own personal preference and that lake gets hit hard with bucket fillers in the Spring and Winter so Ide rather C&R. I just have fun catching them and letting them go.

Posted

son in law was there yesterday. he and his daughter caught just short of a 100 perch. he said she had a blast. couldn't fish more than one kline. fun when the kids eyes light up....future fisher people

Posted

Is anyone driving small trucks or cars out on Little Rock?

Posted

they were driving small cars out last weekend but use CAUTION we found anywhere from 6-12" of ice all depending on where u were @ on the lake.

  • 'we have more fun' FishingMN Builders
Posted

Please do not risk it. Think about the ones who will have come and find your body and get your car out of the lake. Yes it is cold but the ice took a beating during the warm up and caused some thin areas.

Posted

son and son in law with their two daughters were there yesterday. 80 perch and 4 eyes. they traveled by 4 wheelers from the west access

Posted

Safe to drive on?

And any good spot to go to?

Posted

I think I'm headed out to find some fish shortly. If you wanna let me in on a good spot, please pm me.

Or if you just want to join me im good with that, also.

Posted

Sat for a few hours on a spot today. 25- 30 drink perch for every decent perch or crappie. I got one little walleye up about 11 inches. Not overly impressed with the fishing that I found today. Bad area maybe?

Posted

I've had some amazing walleye fishing on that lake....and then some years, I can't find anything to save my soul. That lake always seems to be loaded with those small perch. I tried to use bigger lures/minnows to keep them away, but it didn't always work. I should say that they are an awesome early-fish indicator; when the perch disappear, there's usually a toothy critter in the vicinity.

Posted

I've had some amazing walleye fishing on that lake....and then some years, I can't find anything to save my soul. That lake always seems to be loaded with those small perch. I tried to use bigger lures/minnows to keep them away, but it didn't always work. I should say that they are an awesome early-fish indicator; when the perch disappear, there's usually a toothy critter in the vicinity.

I noticed that today, except that it was always a catfish that would smile for the camera. They are fun to catch, but couldn't get them to chase like the do on shoe

Posted

Anyone been ou here lately chasing eyes , been out the last few days lots of little perch. Anyone able to point me in the right directio

Posted

Walleyes, best luck has been very early morning, before daybreak

Posted

Went out on Sunday and couldn't believe how dirty the water was. Picked up the typical perch in 12 feet. Saw one walleye on the camera which was impressive since the water was so murky.

Posted

Hey guys, I go to school up here in st. cloud and was wondering if I could get some advice on little rock as maybe a general area to fish or look for. You can pm me if its easier. Not looking for your hotspots just some general information. Thanks for your help in advance

Posted

Its a shallow lake you will find a lot of perch in this lake early ice is the best time to fish for big eyes, pike, and crappies. Use the Benton Beach access go str8 out couple hundred yards and you will find 10-12fow stay to the left as if you go to the Right side their is a River channel and wont be safe to be around unless you like cold water.

Posted

Thanks for the information. are there any bad spots or springs to watch out for? also I've been doing a little research and it says its suppose to get up to 15fow. is this true and if so are those areas to try or no?

Posted

Their are a few areas with 15fow can be good at times look for the groups of houses more than likely they will be in 15fow

Posted

Thanks for the info matt. really appreciate your help! Heading out there soon to see what I can do.

  • 'we have more fun' FishingMN Creators
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Give the groups of houses some space and the bite is usually a bit more aggressive.

Good Luck.

  • 2 weeks later...
Posted

I have to work a over night shift tonight at the Group Home so I'm going to hit little rock in the AM (2/6/15)Was out last weekend in 9fow and we Did really well on Eyes, Perch, and Crappies Not expecting much for Crappie action @730am but the eyes and perch should be hungry. I will be fishing in a Blue Clam Flip over Nanook with a Black Chevy SUV. Stop over and say HI if your out.

Posted

That's about what time I get off work in the mornings. Maybe we can meet up...

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