Smallies

[Guest]

I'm looking for a good lake in central MN for big smallmouth bass. Any suggestions?

[andy j]

I know that Green Lake near Wilmer has some big smallies. I think it might be catch and release which is great. I have never fished it but I heard it can be good. Hubert lake north of brainard has got some big smallies. I have caught a few in the 4 lb range on this reletivly small lake. Release the nice ones and good luck. AJ

[BotM-BouncR]

Hey Easy E ever try Mille Lacs for the big smallies. There are some nice ones in there.

[Toad]

As the guys mentioned, Hubert and Mille Lacs both host big smalljaws. Hubert is best in the fall-- it's a deepwater bite with big minnows. Mille Lacs has been the hottest in June, although it actually offers great fishing year around.

Other spots a little further north include Woman Lake and Little Boy. And I almost hesitate to mention the river because, to me, it seems like an obvious choice. Yet it still receives so little pressure it's almost ridiculous. Possibly the best big smallmouth fishery in the state, too. Have fun out there-- we're getting close!

-a friend called Toad

[Guest]

There is some great smallmouth fisheries around the Brainerd area. So many good lakes and Toad is right, the river is fantastic!

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Adam Johnson
www.adamjohnsonfishing.com

[Jim W]

easy E,

If your ever doen in SE MN look me up and I could get you on some stream/river bronzies that would blow your mind. I have caught several in the last couple of years in that 5lb. range!!!!! I don't guide for a living, just love to do it! Wouldn't mind taking someone who loves them vertical striped bass!!! Jim W(see Se MN forum)