🐟 What fish can you catch in Rochester?

Most commonly caught species around Rochester , MN : Largemouth bass - 2,096 reported catches Rainbow trout - 2,067 reported catches Bluegill - 570 reported catches Black crappie - 524 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 358 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Rochester fishing reports?

The latest Rochester , MN fishing reports are: @lando_garde reported a nice Brown trout at Whitewater River . @lando_garde reported a nice Brown trout at Whitewater River . @lando_garde reported a nice Brown trout at Whitewater River . @m-du-toit reported a nice Muskellunge at Zumbro Lake . @chaseshenkel reported a nice Largemouth bass at Regatta Bay . .

Fishing in Rochester, MN

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Rochester, Minnesota?

Anglers in Rochester , MN recommend these top fishing spots: Foster Arend Lake , Silver Creek Reservoir Park , Zumbro Lake , Chester Lake , Willow Creek Reservoir .

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

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Minnesota, United States

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Top fish species in Rochester

Latest Rochester fishing reports

Brown trout

Whitewater River

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Brown trout

Whitewater River

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Brown trout

Whitewater River

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Muskellunge

Zumbro Lake

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Largemouth bass

Regatta Bay

8 in · 1 lb

Largemouth bass

Silver Lake

16 in · 2 lb 3 oz

Largemouth bass

Silver Lake

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Largemouth bass

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Rainbow trout

Middle Fork Whitewater River

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Largemouth bass

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Fishing regulations in Rochester

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 Rochester fishing

Anglers in Rochester, MN recommend these top fishing spots: Foster Arend Lake, Silver Creek Reservoir Park, Zumbro Lake, Chester Lake, and Willow Creek Reservoir.

Most commonly caught species around Rochester, MN:

Largemouth bass - 2,096 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 2,067 reported catches
Bluegill - 570 reported catches
Black crappie - 524 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 358 reported catches

The latest Rochester, MN fishing reports are:

@lando_garde reported a nice Brown trout at Whitewater River.
@lando_garde reported a nice Brown trout at Whitewater River.
@lando_garde reported a nice Brown trout at Whitewater River.
@m-du-toit reported a nice Muskellunge at Zumbro Lake.
@chaseshenkel reported a nice Largemouth bass at Regatta Bay.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Rochester, 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: