communities restaurants shops maps attractions winter activities lodging events shipwrecks fishing on the north shore So here you are on the biggest freshwater lake in the world. Have you thought about fishing? You can fish Lake Superior, it’s tributaries or inland lakes and streams. Catch lake trout and a variety of salmon on the big lake, trout and salmon in streams, and walleye, smallmouth bass, northern pike, perch and brook trout from inland lakes. See fish descriptions and a few tips on catching below. No boat? Don’t worry. Shorecast form any public lands along Lake Superior, [think public access areas and state parks]. Inland, choose one of the fishing piers noted below, or hire a charter. You can find charter fishing boats in Duluth, Two Harbors, Silver Bay and Grand Marais. Inland fishing guides are centered along the Gunflint Trail with a few near Grand Marais. Licenses, bait, tackle and gear can be found at most gas stations and outfitters along the shore and up the Gunflint Trail-see the list below. You will need a trout stamp if fishing for trout. What happens if you don’t catch any? Well, you probably had a great day outdoors, but check local grocery stores and fish markets for fresh and smoked Lake Superior fish, too! Check out details on the specific fish below and here are the details for the Spring Creel Report on Lake Superior Tributaries. Prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species by cleaning boats and gear, draining water, and drying your watercraft. Did you know boating and fishing are threatened by the spread of aquatic invasive species? Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are organisms that are not native and cause significant harm to an ecosystem when introduced. Harmful impacts can include effects on local game fish populations and impaired swimming waters. good luck fishing! State Record Fish Fish Descriptions Where To Fish From Shore north shore charter fishing and guides mile 109.1 grand marais charters Captain Gary is a USCG licensed charter boat captain with over 30 years of experience fishing out of the Grand Marais marina on Lake Superior. During May and June, we will be downrigging in deeper water for lake trout and salmon. During the months of July, August, and September the salmon action picks up and the lake trout come closer to the surface. During these months we will be using a combination of downriggers, boards, and dipsy divers. 115 s 8th ave | grand marais 218-370-5800 Website Call Get Directions mile 109.1 grand marais boat rides and reel swede charters We leave the dock in the morning and head out in search of Lake Superior's Trout and Salmon. All ages are welcome and our USCG license allows us to take up to 6 passengers. Captain Randy is a USCG licensed boat captain. He has been navigating the waters of the great lakes since 1984. With over 30 years of experience on inland water, Gulf of Mexico, and the great lakes. He has boated on Lake Michigan, Lake Ontario, and Lake Superior. Lake Superior is our favorite, and where we stay today. 115 s 8th ave | grand marais 612-889-7273 Website Call Get Directions mile 107.9 joe’s inland fishing guide service Enjoy a guided fishing trip in our Classic 165 Alumacraft. Equipped with a 50HP 4-stroke and up-to-date electronics. We also supply rods & reels, bait, tackle, and life vests. Catch and Release or take them home. We clean and package your catch upon request. If you don't want to touch your bait or fish I'll do that for you. I was born and raised here so I know all the good spots! My Idea of a good fishing trip: Safety First!, Catching Fish, and Good Conversation. Sorry, we do not do expeditions on Lake Superior. Children Welcome! | grand marais 218-370-0418 Call Get Directions mile 109.1 north shore outdoors Take a charter fishing trip on Lake Superior and fish for trout and salmon or go inland and fish for Smallmouth bass, walleyes, northern pike or muskie or do both! I offer a morning Lake Superior Charter, the donut run, and an evening inland fishing package. 115 s 8th ave | grand marais 218-370-8726 Call Get Directions mile 190.8 stone harbor fly fishing guides Fly fishing opportunities abound near Grand Marais. The tributaries that flow into Lake Superior and our inland lakes are some of Minnesota’s most wild and scenic settings. Our guides are experienced and accomplished in a few sport-fishing methods, including fly-fishing and spin-fishing or baitcasting. Stone Harbor also specializes in the Japanese-style fly-fishing known as Tenkara. We’ve taught clients new methods and have had them fishing in a matter of hours. No previous experience is required. Each tour begins with outfitting and then basic instruction occurs at the lake/tributary. We cover kick boat operation, stream wading technique, and basic fly casting. 22 1st #818 | grand marais 218-387-3136 Call Get Directions mile 76.9 tofte charters Welcome Aboard Tofte Charters! Join us for a relaxing scenic cruise or fishing trip aboard Tofte Charters on Lake Superior. Watch the Sawtooth Mountain range and the Superior National Forest slide slowly by as we troll along the rugged North Shore. King Salmon, Coho Salmon, Steelhead and Lake Trout inhabit the local waters and all make for fine dining after the trip. | tofte 218-663-9932 Call Get Directions mile 109.7 big lake charters Welcome aboard the 2 Eazy!! The 2 Eazy is a 1992 Searay Sundancer 290 29 feet in length with a 9-foot beam. Your Captain Tom (2E) Bernier is a US Coast Guard Certified Charter Boat Captain. I started fishing Lake Superior when I was 13 and have yet to stop, This gives me almost 40 years of fishing experience on the Big Lake. The boat is equipped with Radar, GPS/Sonar, Downriggers, Rods, Reels, divers, and lures. The boat also has a full head and all safety equipment on board. 115 s 8th ave | grand marais 218-387-5035 Call Get Directions mile 110.3 little vince’s guide service Guided fishing in and near the BWCA on mid-Gunflint Trail lakes for walleyes, smallmouth bass, bluegills, rainbow trout, splake trout, lake trout, and brook trout. Prices include everything needed for trip except MN fishing license, lunch, drinks, and bait. Bait can be provided by guide; customer will be charged for what is used. Shore lunches can be arranged for in advance; cost is $7.00 per person (not available during fire bans). Customer will purchase own fishing license and bring own drinks. 69 brandon lane | grand marais 218-388-9942 Call Get Directions activities overview events lake superior agates bike trails fishing golf courses hiking trails kayaking outfitters whale watching winter activities check out these north shore favorites upcoming events north house folk school november courses november 2, 2021 - november 30, 2021 thanksgiving skiing at lutsen mountains november 24, 2021 - november 27, 2021 harbor rail farmers market november 27, 2021 6th annual small business saturday craft sale november 27, 2021 annual craft sale november 27, 2021 see all events state record fish Atlantic Salmon: 12 pounds, 13 oz; Baptism River at Tettegouche State Park Chinook Salmon: [shared record] 33 pounds 4 oz, Poplar River, Lutsen and Lake Superior, near Duluth Coho Salmon: 10 pounds 6.5 oz, Lake Superior, northeast of Two Harbors Pink Salmon: 4 pounds 8 oz, Cascade River, Lutsen Steelhead Rainbow: 16 pounds 6 oz, Devil Track River, Grand Marais Lake Trout: 43 pounds 8 oz, Lake Superior, Hovland Brown Trout: 16 pounds 12 oz, Lake Superior, northeast of Two Harbors Walleye: 17 pounds 8oz, Seagull River, end of the Gunflint Trail fish descriptions & tips walleye description Average 1-2 pounds, but can exceed 10 pounds Found in shallow waters (less than 15 feet) moving to deeper waters as temperatures increase, best bite is at dawn & dusk A “walleye chop” (waves) on the water or overcast skies usually means more active fish tips Try a spinner-bait, slip-bobber rig or jig head with bait (minnow, leech or nightcrawler) smallmouth bass description average weight 1 pound; great fighting fish found in shallow water [less than 15 feet] moving to deeper waters as temperatures increase tips try a spinner-bait combo or troll with a Rapala lake trout description average 2-3 pounds, but can exceed 40 pounds prefer cold water, so move deeper as temperatures rise tips for shorecasting, try yarn flies, tiny spinners or spoons from a boat, try dodger fly with downriggers or planer boards other trout: brook, brown, splake, rainbow description average .5 – 1 pound, elusive fish found in pools on shaded small streams, and tributaries and small inland lakes tips small spinners, nightcrawlers or flies check regulations concerning live bait salmon: chinook, coho, pink, & atlantic description size varies with type of salmon can be found on Lake Superior and it’s tributaries tips pinks run in odd-numbered years and are caught late summer Coho prefer cooler water and are found in early July Chinook run peaks in early July Atlantics have a fall run around the first of October where to fish from shore The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR] and US Forest Service [USFS] provide accessible fishing piers in the North Shore area. These are great areas to fish if you don’t have a boat. hogback lake Accessible fishing pier at rustic campground; fish for rainbow trout and splake From Hwy 61 MM 60, drive north on the MN Hwy 1 for 22 miles, turn east / right on the Wanless Road for 11.9 miles crescent lake Fish for walleye, smallmouth bass and an occasional muskie from this pier. An accessible campsite is adjacent to the pier. From Hwy 61 MM 83.2, drive north on the Sawbill Trail for 17 miles, turn west / right on the Wanless Road for 11.9 miles sawbill lake Cast for walleyes and enjoy the view of the lake. From Hwy 61 MM 83.2, drive north on the Sawbill Trail for 23 miles. white pine lake Try for walleye or northern at dawn or dusk. From Hwy 61 MM 92.5, drive north on the Caribou Trail 6.7 miles, go west / left on the Honeymoon Trail for 2.6 miles, then right onto white Pine Access Road mink lake Catch splake and rainbow trout off the pier. From Hwy 61 MM 109.1, drive north on 5th Ave W for .7 miles, turn left onto the Gunflint Trail for 10 miles, thens east / right onto Trout Lake Road for 1.7 miles trestle pine lake Note the old railroad trestle crossing the lake; fish for rainbow and splake. From Hwy 61 MM 90.1, drive north on 5th Ave W for .7 miles, turn left onto the Gunflint Trail for 3 miles, west / left on Devil Track Road for 5.7 miles, north / right on Ball Club Road 4.6 miles, then east / right on Trestle Pine Road for .9 miles because words don't do it justice view gallery GRAND MARAIS WEATHER © 2021 northshorevisitor.com / nina simonowicz | inquire about advertising