🐟 What fish can you catch in Brainerd?

Most commonly caught species around Brainerd , MN : Largemouth bass - 5,264 reported catches Northern pike - 2,175 reported catches Walleye - 1,729 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 1,124 reported catches Bluegill - 772 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Brainerd fishing reports?

The latest Brainerd , MN fishing reports are: @Rory_Stewart reported a nice Rainbow trout . @BlueLineBaits reported a nice Walleye at Gull Lake . @Cooperoutdoors reported a nice Cutthroat trout at Mille Lacs Lake . @Cooperoutdoors reported a nice Rainbow trout at Mille Lacs Lake . @Cooperoutdoors reported a nice Rainbow trout at Mille Lacs Lake . .

Fishing in Brainerd, MN

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Brainerd, Minnesota?

Anglers in Brainerd , MN recommend these top fishing spots: Mississippi River (MN) , Gull Lake , Pelican Lake , North Long Lake , Lower Long Lake .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Brainerd?

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Minnesota, United States

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Top fish species in Brainerd

Latest Brainerd fishing reports

Rainbow trout

length · weight

Walleye

Gull Lake

length · weight

Cutthroat trout

Mille Lacs Lake

24 in · 6 lb

Rainbow trout

Mille Lacs Lake

16 in · 2 lb

Rainbow trout

Mille Lacs Lake

16 in · 2 lb 6 oz

Tiger trout

Mille Lacs Lake

22 in · 5 lb

Cutthroat trout

Mille Lacs Lake

15 in · 1 lb 5 oz

Largemouth bass

14 in · 1 lb

Northern pike

Sibley Lake

length · weight

Yellow perch

Gull Lake

12 in · 1 lb

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Fishing regulations in Brainerd

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Minnesota can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Brainerd fishing

Anglers in Brainerd, MN recommend these top fishing spots: Mississippi River (MN), Gull Lake, Pelican Lake, North Long Lake, and Lower Long Lake.

Most commonly caught species around Brainerd, MN:

Largemouth bass - 5,264 reported catches
Northern pike - 2,175 reported catches
Walleye - 1,729 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 1,124 reported catches
Bluegill - 772 reported catches

The latest Brainerd, MN fishing reports are:

@Rory_Stewart reported a nice Rainbow trout.
@BlueLineBaits reported a nice Walleye at Gull Lake.
@Cooperoutdoors reported a nice Cutthroat trout at Mille Lacs Lake.
@Cooperoutdoors reported a nice Rainbow trout at Mille Lacs Lake.
@Cooperoutdoors reported a nice Rainbow trout at Mille Lacs Lake.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Brainerd, MN. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: