Walleyes on the ice?

[Ryan Becklund]

Never fished the river on the ice but I really want to try it out. Where do you guys fish? behind rocks or other spots? I suppose I should maybe wait for alittle while yet before I go

[Willy]

In the winter most of the fish like to hole up. Anytime I've ever fished the river in the winter I have fished in and around the holes. I'm talking anything over 14'. I'm sure there are other guys that might have a little more to tell you but that's all I got. Oh, and be careful that river ice takes a while before it is safe and if you have an older auger I would use that. When the ice on the river freezes, sand and stuff freezes in it and it does a number on your blades.

[icecold]

Icefishing the river can be fun but watch out the ice is never safe. 1 spot can be 6 inches and the next area might have 1 inch ,I fish quite abit at the highway 4 bridge it is about 16-20 feet deep, depending on the year. Also down from franklin bridge teir is a few holes to ,try Good luck

[Rainman]

Holes are the main area that I fish! I look for holes with rock along the side try and get right on the transition of the rock and sand! The water right now is at 33.6 degrees where I was fishing! Landing the boat got a little tricky! Remember, Ice is never considered safe due to it's unpredictable nature! Especially on the river! Play it safe(safer) and travel with a buddy!

Rainman

[Fish'n guy]

I am just curious do you ever catch channels through the ice on the Minnesota river and if so where do you ususally fish at for them? What else do you catch on the river are there any oppertunities for spearing? Thanks and GOOD FISHIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!