Fishing Spots Near Excelsior, Minnesota

A great panfish population here. The black crappie are large. Walleye are numerous and there are some quality muskie.

Most anglers fish the lake for panfish. Nice bluegill and crappie populations. Largemouth bass, northern pike and walleye available.

A large, wind-swept lake with dark water. The many offshore bars hold most game and panfish. The bluegill and crappie are prime targets.

The Priors are known for their terrific bass fishing. Good numbers and sizes are available. Lots of panfish around.

The Priors are known for their terrific bass fishing. Good numbers and sizes are available. Lots of panfish around.

The most effective baits for gamefish along the deep weed edges of White Bear Lake are deep-diving crankbaits, slip-bobber rigs, jig/live bait combos ...

Building a trophy muskie fishery. 25-pounders have been caught.

Diverse and productive fishery features walleye, sauger, smallmouth and white bass. Good numbers of pike and catfish are overlooked. 25 river miles.