25-inch fish caught by Eric Bakke as a state catch-and-release record muskie. 2023/2024 NHL/WILD Offseason-Season-Postseason Thread ; Christmas ; Electric jacks ; pop up ; 2023 Live From The Tree ;Illinois. Paul. It was caught and released at the peak of the population due to the intensive stocking efforts in. The monster hit the lure just 25 seconds after the rod was put in the holder. June 17, 2020 at 10:07 am #1950714. Stocking efforts have dropped off almost entirely for this. Dead 73" Muskie ; Time for a new bow. Posts: 401. 5 inches and weighed an estimated 51 pounds; an exceptional catch for the large but shallow lake. Fished a channel north of Mille lacs last night. . I’m looking to go out for a half day either on Mille Lacs or a metro lake. Mille lacs Muskie. One of the mammoths left droppings behind in the boat. Might want to list a price. Bassmaster recently rated central Minnesota’s Lake Mille Lacs as the nation’s “No. The man behind the catch, Brad. 25-inch fish caught by Eric Bakke of Princeton. 2 cents. Forums | Calendars | Albums | Quotes | Language | Blogs: Search | Statistics | User Listing: You are logged in as a guest. Posted 10/18/2010 4:21 PM (#463700) Subject: Fall on Mille Lacs. Not right on top of each other but spread. Matt will be in touch with you soon. 33; 2 weeks, 2 days ago. mojogunter. Retired for seven years and a Mille Lacs muskie guide for 20, Miller is both an angling innovator and outright character. Fall (mid September- ice up) Fall Mille Lacs walleyes, can provide some of the best fishing of the season. Dutchboy, Sorry I didn’t see your post here until now. The standard formula put it at 55. He reeled in the monster on June 11th on. January 14, 2019 at 12:47 pm #1825882. If a fish over 50 pounds or 55 inches is your goal, Mille Lacs is your place. Any muskie guide recommendations? For Mille Lacs, probably too much water to cast although it can and has been done. March 10, 2023 at 2:18 am #2187472. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has certified the state catch-and-release record muskie, a 58. where are the. com)Erik Jacobson catches a giant 55" muskie on Mille Lacs solo in the fall after trolling for only 25 se. Posts: 1649: 50's most of the week forecasted. This lake doesn’t have a long muskie history like some of the others on the list and, it’s a little on the small side for a top-end trophy muskie water. 25 is downright impressive and even looks like a potential world record—or at least a. It came out of Mille Lacs Lake on November 22, 2021. On opening weekend, fishing will be allowed 24 hours a day. Nolan Sprengeler landed a 55-pound, 14-ounce muskellunge on Lake Mille Lacs on Monday. give or take a few. ) The Mille Lacs. From what I have heard it is perhaps one of the nicest trailer parks in the area. The fish beats the state record — set nearly 60 years ago — by at least five pounds. But, for the last 20 years it’s turned out giant muskies in central Minnesota. ( logon. This Minnesota body of water produces some of the largest muskies caught every year. January 12, 2005 at 4:33 pm #1286699. Plymouth, MN. for all species. Participant. Looks like someone broke the new catch-n-release length state record from Mille Lacs on June 11 with a 58 1/4 incher. 5 giant on a fly rod and a few weeks later, Dominic Hoyos guided his client to a 55- X 30. Nolan Sprengeler landed a 55-pound, 14-ounce muskellunge on Lake Mille Lacs on Monday. Lagoona Guide Service uses the latest tactics and equipment to give you the best possible opportunity for the muskie of a. . 13; 5 days, 10 hours ago. 22 on Mille Lacs. It came out of Mille Lacs Lake on November 22, 2021. The team, from the Mille Lacs Band DNR Fishery Department, boated the fish, measured it and snapped photos, and then released it. 22. 5 monster caught by Joe Wendolek. There are many bays on the lake to launch and fish in if it’s windy. Photo from Muskie Guide, Steve Scepaniak who received it from a client of his. New to Mille lacs wondering how this plan sounds? Don’t mind walking, have a good pulling harness and in shape. Sprengeler caught the fish in Lake Mille Lacs around 9 p. Topics include tackle, techniques, and fish location. Muskellunge (Muskie) Muskies are a fish that aren’t talked about nearly as much as other trophy fish, but don’t let it fool you, they’re out there. However, more recently established fisheries in Lake Hopatcong, Mercer Lake and Mountain Lake are coming on strong. The ice was 22 inches. Looking to upgrade my main unit so I won’t need this unit. My Crestliner has the same setup. , and Kevin Kray of Otsego, Minn. Actually the Gene Miller outing is a fairly reasonable price when compared to hiring a private guide or even relative to what you get on a launch boat for $35-$40 per person. 6 full bathrooms plus a large sauna. The previous record was a tie for 57. Also, 73% of fish 45-49 inches long. to 10 p. 2 bunks. Located just 85 miles north of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. 44 inch pike don’t grow on trees. Yes, Mille Lacs Lake is known for its excellent fishing opportunities. Posts: 9238. By FOX 9 StaffPublished March 2, 2023 2:15PM. The team knew this fish was unusually large-even for a muskie. Mille Lacs Fishing Report (Mid September Smallmouth. Sprengeler’s fish measured 57. Over the years Steve’s clients have caught over 1,500 Pike over 40 inches and over 2,000 muskies over 45 inches in length. April 11, 2023 at 9:20 pm #2195213. m. 25-inch monster caught on Mille Lacs Lake by Eric Bakke of. (320) 676-9972 (Phone) View Website. Although, there was no stocking at all from 2000 to 2003. Eric Bakke, of Princeton, says he caught the fish while trolling with a footlong muskie lure. Posts: 4484. 27, 2006. PERIOD (Dfkiii, that should answer your question too. There is nothing illegal with targeting perch smallmouth muskie pike or other panfish as long as the respected species is open. 1999-2005: MDNR biologists document reports of tagged fish that are caught, harvested, or. Gene Miller right now is the superstar up there and does 4 hour trips trolling. The first day Robert Hawkins fished on Lake Mille Lacs, the only fish he caught was a 57-inch muskie, landed on a fly rod — a possible world record. Big Detroit Lake is right in the heart of downtown Detroit Lakes and provides excellent muskie fishing, while the fishing at Leech Lake near Walker is the stuff of legend. Forest Lake / Lake Mille Lacs. July 26, 2020 at 9:20 am #1960474. They all also have landings. Nov 24, 2021 Updated Jan 4, 2022. Knutson caught this shorter, chunkier muskie within 30 minutes of another 50. Cal Johnson’s muskie might never be bested. Tales of giants like this being caught, or seen, have seemingly increased over the past few years. IGFA. Thinking of chasing some big pike and/or muskie a little more. December 12, 2019 at 1:31 pm #1897425. Posts: 4484. All involve showing up second (or third or fourth) on a community spot, waiting for the pack to clear out, then going in and catching a fish or two. (For licensing or usage, contact [email protected]. The current. 25 inches. Posted on FB, so we’ll have to wait and see if it gets verified. One recent catch, a 57-inch muskie weighing more than 50 pounds, was caught on a fly rod. You can also target some monster bluegills and slab crappies in the shallow bays of this massive body of water, measuring 207 square miles and over 132,000 acres. ENTIRE HOME 4 Beds 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms. Send. The previous Minnesota record of 54 pounds was set in 1957 on. 6; 4 weeks ago. m. 8-ounce muskellunge in icy water at Mille Lacs Lake. Isle, MN 56342. The Dominoes are falling…. April 12, 2023 at 3:17 pm #2195447. What happened to Mille Lacs muskies? To put things in perspective, from 1993 to 2019, there were 36,000 fingerlings stocked total for all of those 26 years. A 38" and a 46". 42099 State Highway 47. I was fishing shore on the SW side of Mille Lacs, and conditions told me it should be a good night. Caught a couple dozen of them and one walleye in the next few hours. Tough for them to recover, higher mortality rates, doesn’t really go very well with the cpr mentality. This betters the previous catch-and-release record for muskellunge was a tie at 57. 3/5 musky lodge, isle. Unlike recent years, there is no planned closure to walleye fishing or ban on using live bait during the first two weeks in July. 2005Just got done with 3 1/2 days on the pond and only a few lazy follows for us. Robert Hawkins, owner of Bob Mitchell's Fly Shop in Lake Elmo, set out on Lake Mille Lacs early. Photos were taken, witnesses watched the. We didn’t have anything happen. August 14, 2021 at 3:54 pm #2054655. A Minnesota angler's whopper of a muskie has officially been confirmed as a state record. jpeg. 1982-1987: MDNR stocks Wisconsin-source fish in many waters, including Mille Lacs during 1984-1987, as Leech Lake fish grow and mature in broodstock lakes. Possessed of a boyish devil-may-care attitude, Miller, 65, guides from the. 25″ tied by two fish out of Vermilion. On Monday, November 22, Nolan Sprengeler caught what he calls “the queen”—a 55-pound, 14. Big bright rattle spoons are best at this time. According to the agency, the 58 1/4-inch-long fish was caught on June 11, 2022, on Mille Lacs Lake. Start A New Topic Reply Printer Friendly. Musky Lodge, Isle, Minnesota. According to my sources around here. Lake. The 2015 regulations for Mille Lacs Lake are as follows: Walleye – Limit of one and the fish must be 19- to 21-inches long or longer than 28 inches. Last week we had a decent cold front push through bringing with it a stiff northwest. 22 that tipped the scales at 55 pounds, 14. We found several unsafe areas for even ATV traffic and today’s satellite picture shows it even better than I can explain. This is a shallow fishery with a maximum depth of only 40 feet. by Denny O ; Mille lacs report 1 2. Table 1. The smallmouth bass fishing on Mille Lacs Lake is truly amazing. give or take a few. Again, many muskie anglers focus on the cabbage edge, on the deep side, and the edge of the rushes, on the inside, while few spend time on no-man's land, those potentially rich pickings in between. S. A world record out of Mille Lacs would be worth keeping,,,this would be a great testament and compliment to the Minnesota dnr muskie program to produce something like this in a program that's not really that old could preserve and expand their budget, Might help in getting more waters stocked too. for all. Congrats on the foie gras muskie! MD75: Posted 11/28/2015 9:46 PM (#794483 - in reply to #794436) Subject: Re: Mille Lacs Queen: Posts: 680 Location: Sycamore, IL:The next time you get the urge to chase some muskies on Mille Lacs, call me at (320) 532-3101. All houses are carpeted and are equipped with propane heaters and lights, bunks with covered foam mattresses, tables with chairs and rattle reels, and cooking features. 612-619-5690. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has certified the state catch-and-release record muskie caught by Eric Bakke. It has a great North Woods cabin feel with 5-star quality and space for family reunions, gatherings, and more! The vacation rental features 9 bedrooms, a guest suite, a huge loft, 2 added sleeping spaces, 6 bathrooms, a sauna, and a snack bar. A Minnesota man hauled in a 55-inch muskie last week that weighed an estimated 61 pounds! Toggle navigation. of Platte/Sullivan Lakes, Minnesocold. com - The #1 source in all of muskie fishing. Steve is known for finding and catching large fish of all species. 73" Muskie washed up on the shore of Lake Mille Lacs. I will respond in a timely manner. Mud flats have areas of softer/harder bottoms and even rock piles have different size rock. These baits hunt and wander, triggering strikes when other lures don’t. I want to know an estimated time for delivery so I’ve been trying to get in touch with them. Message Subject: Mille Lacs Tournament: Lunker_1: Posted 8/24/2008 10:14 PM (#333177 - in reply to #333147) Subject: Re: Mille Lacs Tournament: Posts: 87. 65 degrees, 10-12mph wind and fairly choppy. The night closures are from 10pm to 6am from Monday, May 15, 2023 to Thursday, August 31, 2023; and from midnight. 651-769-3142. The Mississippi River is great Muskie water these days north to south, my Spey casting teacher landed a 50" on a 7 wt switch swinging streamers in the metro. From Monday, May 15, 2023 through Wednesday, November 30, 2022, night closures will be in effect on Mille Lacs. Not right on top of each other but. Yellow perches are typically yellow or gold with 6 – 8 green stripes on their sides. Nolan Sprengeler of Plymouth landed a muskie on Lake Mille Lacs the night of Nov. Shallow bays like isle hold perch in the fall. 22 on Lake Mille Lacs, has been officially certified as the state record, the Department of Natural Resources annou…North of Alexandria, Lake Miltona has a reputation for churning out big fish, though Lake Mille Lacs may be the state’s muskie-fishing crown jewel. (Courtesy of the Mille Lacs Band DNR) Muskie measuring 61-1/2 inches boated and released by Mille Lacs Band DNR biologists. to a small Platte/Sullivan area lake. On a particular flat calm midday on Mille Lacs, a buddy spotted a giant fish hanging off a midlake rockpile. It's a fish factory that produces prolific hatches of walleyes, bass, shiners, suckers, and perch almost every year. Dead 73" Muskie. ; A Risky Day is not a direct prediction of precipitation (Rain/Snow) but instead a. I held off on my prediction waiting to see if the sun today or any wind may have dissolved it into open water once again. Monday, Nov. Life Cycle: 1 The eggs move from an infected heron’s mouth into the water while the heron is catching fish. 6) Lack of forage. 8-ounce muskie at Mille Lacs Lake. 2. Topics include how to find and catch fish on Mille Lacs Lake right now. Resides on the North Shores of Mille Lacs--guiding on Farm Island these days. An angler is reeling from the 57-inch muskie he caught using a fly pole on a central Minnesota lake. Sprengeler’s fish measured 57. Posted 8/4/2016 6:40 PM (#826138 - in reply to #826124) Subject: RE: Anyone know anything about this Mille Lacs fish? The Minnesota Muskie Record. Mille Lacs launch fishing boats range in size from 25 to 73 feet and hold up to 50 people, most are even equipped with restrooms and grills for outdoor dining. Hudson, Wisconsin. , hold potential state-record muskie shortly after Sprengeler caught it around 9 p. 1, anglers will be allowed to keep one walleye between 21-23. The gravel/mud transition is probably the most popular transition that people target. Mille Lacs Lake (eastside), Mn. On November 25, 2020, Knutson, of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, caught two 50-pound muskies from giant Mille Lacs Lake, each of which flirted with Minnesota’s state records. The team's main objective was to. Leech Lake, Lake Plantagenet, Cass, Little Boy, Bemidji and Mille Lacs are a few prominent examples of Minnesota lakes that have areas like this. Tweet. Participant. , hold potential state-record muskie shortly after Sprengeler caught it around 9 p. The state record for muskie. If you like to fish in the big stuff, boat control in the big stuff, rebait in the big stuff and not spill your drink then go 18’+. Split front hitch. m. . May 11 to December 1. — A 23-year-old Twin Cities man had the catch of his life Sunday on Mille Lacs Lake in central Minnesota. I gave very specific input about the need for increased stocking of muskellunge in Mille Lacs. 2 lower beds. Mille Lacs is one of the best Muskie lakes in Minnesota. " I was surprised to see that. Both States have data that will show the walleye limit “could” be higher. West side of the City of Isle on Main Street (Hwy 27) Get Directions. It is world renowned for its abiltiy to kick out record-sized muskies. Every year, thousands of anglers flock to the lake in search of walleye, northern pike, muskie, and other game fish. 5 inches, of his career this fall on a Musky Innovations Bull Dawg. The previous record was a tie for 57. Above: Benjamin Knutson caught the longest muskie, 56. September 4, 2017 at 9:08 pm #1713604. Mille Lacs is known to harbor muskies of astronomical proportions. Mille Lacs. Monster Muskies – Big Northern Pike – or Fat Football Small Mouth – Especially on those tough bite days when many anglers struggle. It has a great North Woods cabin feel with 5-star quality and space for family reunions, gatherings, and more! The vacation rental features 9 bedrooms, a guest suite, a huge loft, 2 added sleeping spaces, 6 bathrooms, a sauna, and a snack bar. Javier Serna. Participant. In about 35 hours of fishing I've mustered 2 follows (1 was a brute) in one 5 minute period. Unlike recent years, there is no planned closure to walleye fishing or ban on using live bait during the first two weeks in July. It was not accurately measured or weighed. Nolan Sprengeler of Plymouth landed a muskie on Lake Mille Lacs the night of Nov. This is one of the pictures submitted to the DNR verifying the length of the fish on a standard 60-inch (five feet) long. Muskie Lodge is located in sunset bay on Mille Lacs Lake and is a great destination for a large group or corporate events with the flexibility to accommodate a wide variety of groups. 849 likes · 272 were here. The giant muskie was 61 1/2 inches long. May 13, 2023 at 3:52 pm #2202411. It is in the Nelson River drainage basin and is the source of the Seine. Honda 2000 generator. The first day Robert Hawkins fished on Lake Mille Lacs, the only fish he caught was a 57-inch muskie, landed on a fly rod — a possible world record. Lake Mille Lacs may be famous for its walleye fishing, but as Robert Hawkins found out this week, it also holds at least one mammoth 57-inch muskie. He snagged a 58 1/4 inch muskie in June on Mille Lacs. Mille Lacs means "thousand lakes" in. Mille Lacs Lake Fishing Report 7/11/2023. Lake Mille Lacs has world class bass, northern pike and muskie fishing (e. Participant. Located on Lake Mille Lacs, 'Musky Lodge' is the premier luxury destination for a variety of groups. 8-ounce muskie brought up out of Mille Lacs Lake. I don't claim to be an expert by any means but I would think that if the WI fish were originally stocked from 84-87 and measured from 2000-2005 putting them at a. Posts: 6259. Walleye is the Minnesota state fish, it’s always been all about the walleye in Minnesota and Mille Lacs legend and lore has always claimed the lake to be the “Walleye Capitol”. Paul, A day of Mille Lacs fishing is just over an hour away! Bass, Walleye, and Musky populations all offering legendary days make Mille Lacs a multi-species fishing vacation destination. Walleye fishing is holding it's own, with daytime fish coming on. Cove, Isle, Wahkon Bay all produce fish with some protection from the wind. , in 1949. Bakke was fishing on June 11 on Mille Lacs Lake with fishing partner Jon Blood and. The water temps on Mille Lacs after they got north winds today are 72-74'. Two northern pike less than 30″ must be in immediate possession (taken the same day from Mille Lacs) befor harvesting one greater than or equel to 30″. The current muskie management plan being proposed is to stick with the status quo of the same tiny amounts of muskies being stocked every other year. More than likely you will accidentally catch a walleye or two. Latest Mille Lacs Lake fishing report covering, smallmouth bass, walleye, and muskie. A post on the Lakestatesfishing web site stated: “It was reported to me by a Mille Lacs Resort owner that a 54. The Minnesota DNR on Monday said it has certified the massive, 58. Tales of giants like this being caught, or seen, have seemingly increased over the past few years. July 31, 2016 at 9:34 pm #1631635. Lee and Robbie talk about what MAY have happened to the rise and fall of Mille Lacs Muskies. Gary Gilbert had no business catching a monster muskie that measured two inches longer than the state record. 04 inches (183 cm) , and the heaviest documented weight is 70. Viewing 4 posts - 1 through 4 (of 4 total)Subject: Re: Mille Lacs Giant: Posts: 554: Hell yeah! Tullibee muncher! Big congrats! Edited by Musky Face 11/7/2019 7:12 PM: 14ledo81: Posted. 10 pounds (31. Mille Lacs is one of the best Muskie lakes in Minnesota. m. Walleye-seekers on Lake Mille Lacs will be granted a one-fish bag limit throughout the summer under expanded harvest opportunities made possible by an improving walleye population, the. Send Email. March 10, 2023 at 2:18 am #2187472. slowjig59. Hammernick has guided clients to multiple muskies in the 55- to 57. This content is restricted to subscribers of. posted by Denny O on August 16, 2016 at 11:09 am. The winter angling season is open through March 26, 2017. Posts: 1890. 73" Muskie washed up on the shore of Lake Mille Lacs. Participant. Central Mn. state of Minnesota. The muskie measured at 61. The daily limit is 20 fish and the possession limit is 40. “I’ve been fishing Mille Lacs Lake since I was about 9-years-old,” he said. May 24, 2007 at 12:29 am #574378. I’m sure there will be an article about it pretty soon, as the DNR just certified it as the new record holder. The world record for a hooked muskie is 60-1/4 inches caught in Hayward, Wis. The meeting didn’t focus on any specific regulation changes or population assessments. The state record for muskie. Although it has been a bit slow lately due to changing weather patterns and water levels, Mille Lacs Lake still offers. 5-inch girth, soon afterward. Mille Lacs Band DNR Aquaculture Biologist Keith Wiggins-Kegg holds a potential record-setting muskie caught during recent electrofishing activities on the lake. See one of the biggest muskies ever captured on. Not to hijack your thread but what do people think a reasonable price is for an 8 hour guide trip for 2 guys walleye fishing. heck, the weight estimates on this one put if over the current 54lb record which came from Winnie. Mille lacs this week? Beaver Bait Beavers ; 2023 Wolves ; Cool sunset ; Is IDO hard to connect? LiveScope models ; Dead 73" Muskie ; Opinions Needed: Ford Explorer – Yes or No? Public land hunters ; Free Chest Freezer (needs work) Go Pack Go! Twins Hot Stove 2024 ; Anyone still fishing? Someone Has to Do It: Ice PredictionsHe stated that, in an effort to revitalize the walleye fishery on Mille Lacs he believes that opening spearing on the lake " makes sense". But the total number of fish is very low. Dead 73" Muskie ; Opinions Needed: Ford Explorer – Yes or No?. MMT Qualifier – Mille Lacs Lake, MN August 19, 2006. S. 40 & 0. Officially, the state-record muskie was landed in 1957 on Lake. Waterfront Lake Mille Lacs Lodge w/ Deck + Grill! $ 1054 Fitzgerald Manor $ 1400 Log Home on Lake - Now with Pickleball Court!September 8, 2009 at 12:12 am #802935. 6 a. MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- A Minnesota man caught the fish of his lifetime, and one that could set a new world record. Robert Hawkins caught a 57-inch monster muskellunge on Lake Mille Lacs Monday. No where near 73, but if I remember it would have broken the world record by a couple inches. Share. The sun has now set and the ice is unbroken. Nolan. 73 reviews Superhost. The circle needed to be smaller to hold the bucket. Hit the S/E corner, Weeds/Rocks/Trolled, Day/Night and NaDa. MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- It's official: A muskie caught in Lake Mille Lacs in November is a new state record. Record-breaker: Gary Gilbert, 55, of Becker, was en route to a favorite walleye spot on Mille Lacs on June 17 when he came upon a record 59½-inch muskie that was dead. Cheers and hook-sets!Back then, the minimum size limit was 48 inches to keep. 1 Classified Ads - Wheel chair, Transfer chair and Walker Free ; 17 General Discussion Forum - Black Friday Cyber Monday 2023 ;Happy Hunting Musky Nut Guide service Derek "Duck" Johnson DUCK Posted 7/21/2003 10:27 AM (#76398 - in reply to #76243) Subject: RE: MILLE LACS REPORTMy biggest musky to date was caught late September on the inside edge of weeds. May 13, 2023 at 12:09 pm #2202394. 5 inch monster! Dave Selle kicked off the 2021 MN musky season with this big bodied bruiser – 55. chomps. October 22, 2020 at 9:58 am. The maximum documented length is 72. December 4, 2020 at 12:26 pm #1994073. Steve was also the FIRST and original Muskie guide on Mille Lacs Lake. Monday, Nov. Stove and oven. Courtesy of Eric Bakke. 8m S. Posts: 4569. Posts: 4484.