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Balsam Lake

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Minnesota, United States

4.0·33 catches

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Balsam Lake fishing reports

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Northern pike

27 in · 5 lb

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Northern pike

22 in · 3 lb

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Northern pike

19 in · 2 lb

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Largemouth bass

15 in · 1 lb 3 oz

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

22 in · 4 lb

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General info

Balsam Lake is a lake located in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Northern pike, and Rock bass.

Location

47°31′49.4″N 93°24′17.1″W
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Fishing regulations at Balsam Lake, MN

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 Balsam Lake fishing

Balsam Lake is a lake located in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. Its coordinates are:
47°31′49.4″N 93°24′17.1″W
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